Telling my partner I lost my job - 11 months and counting

My spouse does not know yet that I was let go as a welding apprentice. There are 18 people counting on me, so I am trying to be careful. Bills are coming up and I cannot keep this quiet. How did you handle it?

Kids often pick up more than you think. A short, calm explanation helped mine feel secure.

Shame is common after a layoff even when it is not your fault. Saying it out loud to one person first helped me.