Hiding a layoff from the family, bad idea? - what worked for you?

My spouse does not know yet that I was let go as a store manager. I have been trying to stay organised about it. I feel ashamed even though the company cut a whole team. What did you say?

I told my partner the same evening with a simple plan: what happened, what I was doing and what I needed. It was a relief.

Do not wait until a bill surprises them. The longer it goes, the harder it gets.