Telling my partner I lost my job after 18 years as a machine operator

My spouse does not know yet that I was let go as a machine operator. I feel ashamed even though the company cut a whole team. 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.