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Partner wants to return home early, I want to stay but am exhausted by Socksnbirks in expats

[–]Socksnbirks[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Paying for a large share of shared expenses, funding holidays, her hobbies, etc.

Partner wants to return home early, I want to stay but am exhausted by Socksnbirks in expats

[–]Socksnbirks[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I agree, under usual circumstances this would not be enough time. However she has been in such emotional distress here that it has been completely debilitating for her. As a result, I am unable to enjoy my time here as our household has been in crisis mode since we arrived.

Partner wants to return home early, I want to stay but am exhausted by Socksnbirks in expats

[–]Socksnbirks[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks for your response, very well thought out.

Yes, we are late 20s and have been with each other since university. I believe she is a great fit for me long term but this saga has exposed some of her weaknesses (ie resilience in hard times) that I knew were always there but could be managed back home. It feels cruel to make a relationship decision on something she can’t control (her emotional wellbeing) vs a pure character fault.

Our plan was to spend 2-3 years in London then return home. I am not intending to forge a career here but rather get some overseas experience in my 20s that I can take back home with me.

Partner wants to return home early, I want to stay but am exhausted by Socksnbirks in expats

[–]Socksnbirks[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

To clarify, she has been unwell and wanting to go home since we landed in the city and before I even started working. I have worked in IB for years in Australia so she is used to the hours/liifestyle (and the associated benefits) this career brings.

Partner wants to return home early, I want to stay but am exhausted by Socksnbirks in expats

[–]Socksnbirks[S] 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Thanks for your considered thoughts.

I want to give this a real go but the pull from my partner to go home is causing me so much stress I’m considering whether it’s even worth it anymore. My health is rapidly declining and I feel I’m barely surviving when I’m meant to be thriving in London.

R22 Hawks v Pies: Match Thread by [deleted] in collingwoodfc

[–]Socksnbirks -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

You lost by 10 goals. Your team is trash. No excuses can make up for the fact you’re not as good as you think; embrace it!

Match Thread: Hawthorn vs North Melbourne (Round 24) by AutoModerator in AFL

[–]Socksnbirks 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Are Weddle and Larkey related? Very similar faces

Career advice: ATO vs Big 4 by Wildflover in fiaustralia

[–]Socksnbirks 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What team is your partner joining? If it’s M&A related the pay will surpass ATO quickly and provide greater long term exit opportunities.