I’m over 30 and feel stuck by fear and anxiety.
Annie Lane advises patience for today's reader as she gets her life back in order and gets ready to get married and start a new life on her own.
Now I have a baby with my fiance, and I’m a stay-at-home mom, but I feel stuck. My mom is controlling, often making me feel guilty that I’m not doing things right as a mother. Don’t be a victim and say that you have no control over your life. You have lots of control over your life and should celebrate your victories. You left an abusive relationship and got clean and sober -- two things that are very difficult to do. Your desire to get a degree is great. By no means is 30, or any age for that matter, too old to better your education. Go for it, and let your mom be a support in your life so long as she doesn’t criticize.
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