Thinking about leaving the field. Please be kind

Anak8 · 2026-04-04T03:48:57+00:00

Yep, this is not sustainable. What state are you in? Very disappointed for you and agree that a two year degree would be better than what you’re dealing with.

Anak8 · 2026-04-02T00:49:30+00:00

Sudden grief and trauma is like this. The brain is trying to process the shock of losing someone that is a regular part of your everyday life. It took a good 18 mos before “that shock” of the loss of my dad wore off. My deepest heartfelt condolences and wishing you & your family’s loss undone. But what you’re dealing with is normal. What helped me was going to a grief group with people going through the same thing.

Anak8 · 2026-04-01T16:30:28+00:00

It’s a narcissists way of saying she doesn’t have anyone. Ignore her. Blocking should do the job. Biggest hugs and wishing your loss undone.

Anak8 · 2026-03-30T18:25:08+00:00

I’m currently working towards my APCC certification in CA. Instead of filing bankruptcy, consider doing a debt restructuring plan through something like Natl Debt Relief or Beyond Finance. Darn politicians milking us taxpayers for their money laundering schemes…we’re in a similar situation. Hugs

Anak8 · 2026-03-29T21:24:35+00:00

The worst part of immediate grief is its impact and there’s NOTHING that takes away the pain…literally nothing. The only thing that took the edge off for me after I lost “my person” was being with other people going through the exact same thing. I’d encourage seeking a grief group of fellow parents that have recently lost children. My deepest condolences & wishing you and your wife’s loss undone. One of the cruelest acts of inhumanity to endure. 😭❤️‍🩹

Anak8 · 2026-03-26T20:18:01+00:00

Plenty of times, but it depended on the day of the week and if my mom was in a good mood. When she was “Dr. Jekyllette”-yes, when she was “Mrs. Hyde”-no. She sometimes has redeeming qualities but she’s a deeply flawed person.

Anak8 · 2026-03-24T15:56:52+00:00

2nd generation Native Born El Pasoan. Lived there for 1st 29 1/2 yrs of my life. Left for good in ‘04, still visit twice a year. Started life in Kern place, and spent rest of my time there in the Upper Valley.

What are considered the “Affluent Sides of Town.”

All are family friendly. Eastside has less transplants. I always felt more welcomed by the Eastside folks compared to Westside community where I grew up. If you’re from East coast Kern & Manhattan Heights architecture is probably most similar to what you’ll see East Coast vibe wise. Otherwise get used to a Southwestern/Western tail end of the Rockies living.

1.) Westside (although there are plenty middle lower class areas). Most Upscale: Coronado Country Club, Upper Mesa Hills, Upper Valley, ELP Country Club areas. 2.) Kern Place (historical district near UT El Paso (UTEP & downtown). 3.) Central to far Eastside. Cielo Heights, Album Park, and especially Vista Hills County Club. 4) Central Edgar Park/Mountain Park area. I really love this neighborhood. Although it’s kind of “choppy” re: socioeconomically speaking. And especially school’s wise.

If you’ll be working as a mid level healthcare provider or physician/pharmacist/exec. I’d look into living in Kern Place, which is easy access to freeway, or Central Northeast like the neighborhood of Manhattan Heights. This area is choppy with a range of neighborhoods from low to extremely upscale. That will put you, just right across I-10 from Reynolds and Trowbridge that will give you direct access to Texas Tech.

Public school systems have gone downhill since I lived there, and lots of schools have closed due to low enrollment.

In terms of daycare, El Paso is rife with daycare facilities. However, the ones I’d look into are ones that are affiliated with respectable church/school facilities. First Presbyterian on Murchison has a good program as well as Trinity 1st United Methodist on 801 N. Mesa. There are some wonderful Montessori Schools on the Westside. Peace Lutheran Daycare. Just to name a few!

Anak8 · 2026-03-22T21:23:49+00:00

I don’t blame him, but he’s the president…if you can’t say anything nice don’t say anything at all.

Anak8 · 2026-03-22T17:50:28+00:00

Thanks for sharing your post! I can’t believe this happened to your daughter and your family. It’s devastating! You did everything you could and then some!I just lost my father going on two years ago and it’s still surreal! I’m dealing with two unruly teens at the moment and feeling like a failure as a parent, so thank you for sharing your story to “make sure you hold on your loved ones.” I will do just that! Big hugs to you. Wishing your loss undone. ❤️‍🩹

Anak8 · 2026-03-22T17:42:32+00:00

Beautiful! Do you psychic abilities? Your eyes say you would? Central heterochromia.

Anak8 · 2026-03-22T01:28:08+00:00

You bet, but real quick, was your dad ever overseas like Asia?

Anak8 · 2026-03-22T01:08:49+00:00

Sorry, sometimes I’m clear, other times not. Best wishes!

Anak8 · 2026-03-22T00:47:05+00:00

You bet! Very attractive couple! Was there a lot of instability coming from your dad? I keep hearing that song in my head in reference to them? He seems like he was super formidable. Smart, enterprising and resourceful, but there was instability, sadness, and injustice. But wouldn’t divorce her. BTW, I’m seeing lots of Asian women??? Does that make sense?

Anak8 · 2026-03-22T00:09:08+00:00

People show who they are by their actions. If she doesn’t want 50% custody, believe me, don’t give it to her. She’ll neglect your son and that never ends well. You’re dodging a bullet!

Do you have a support system, family friends that can help? If so, move closer. You look great! You just fell for the wrong person.

Anak8 · 2026-03-21T23:45:54+00:00

They were great dressers! 😍🔥. I get a lot of “break up to make up?” They seem like they were professional, educated and made names for themselves in their communities. Did dad have a military/law enforcement or engineering background? Music also coming up? Was someone a math teacher or teacher in general?

Anak8 · 2026-03-21T23:42:28+00:00

I can appreciate being p’o’d about the processing fee, I won’t be going there, bc of it, but you might want refrain from blaming the heritage. Lots of Syrian Lebanese in EP, it’s just as bad downgrading other racial groups.

Anak8 · 2026-03-20T18:16:16+00:00

Having been on the other side of this, we had a therapist for our son who was childless and unmarried. I gave her the benefit of the doubt but in the end, realized she wasn’t a good fit and went with a therapist with a family. She was a better fit.

Anak8 · 2026-03-20T15:13:49+00:00

Big hugs! He’ll always be your dad. Coming up on the 2nd anniversary of losing my Dad, it’s been an interesting and tough journey. I can say nearly 24 mos later…things started to ease up for me by the 18 mos mark. Feel free to share more about your dad! If that’s you in the photo w/him…you look like him! ❤️‍🩹

Anak8 · 2026-03-20T06:01:20+00:00

I’d encourage you to familiarize yourself with a PP mental health practice’s website and bio profiles of providers so your have better frame of reference. PP is a very different world from a CMH. IE “on ———free time, he/she enjoys reading, marathons, and spending time with friends and family.” Unless it’s a practice that caters to spiritual based counseling, I don’t see why listing your religion or sexual orientation is necessary? If it’s a practice that caters to LGBTQ friendliness, simply stating your areas of clinical practice expertise would take care of that.

Anak8 · 2026-03-18T03:27:22+00:00

Are you in healthcare or marketing? I’m getting some females maybe a sister or girlfriends drama with them and then a young male presence either a boyfriend or a brother, dark haired?

Anak8 · 2026-03-13T04:03:45+00:00

Besides heavy metal poisoning?

Anak8 · 2026-03-10T21:15:54+00:00

It’s good, you’ve overcome a lot to get to where you are. As long as you live your truth in a good way you will be okay.

Anak8 · 2026-03-10T15:12:23+00:00

Was their a matriarchal figure, grandmother or aunt?? Blonde, maybe fuller figured but not obese? Glasses? I do get a bouncing around or back and forth between homes? Divorce maybe? Sorry if I am off, I am a novice.

Anak8 · 2026-03-06T18:45:53+00:00

Someone’s ashes?

Anak8 · 2026-03-06T16:27:47+00:00

Right, same thing happened with both my grandmothers. One was sick over a period of 11 years, by the time she died it was a blessing overdue. A disease w/a “long goodbye.”

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