Telling my partner I lost my job after 17 years as a paralegal

My spouse does not know yet that I was let go as a paralegal. I worked as a paralegal before this. I want a plan before I speak. How did you handle it?

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.

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