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Will I make it?

I am ashamed of who I am.

I am unemployed now. I worked as a biology and English teacher at a school where neither subject was seen as important. Working in a religious school meant that I was always scrutinised for my non-religious teaching methods. The school administration was sexist and the gender pay gap enormous as I found out after I quit. Four years I worked there. Six days at school, evenings and Sundays as a private tutor I worked 24/7.

Funny how I have nothing to show for it. I see everyone around me go forward in their lives. People work hard, face problems and then reap benefits. My own sister is achieving things I really want to be doing. I am angry with myself for feeling like such a failure and I hate the fact that my jealousy and depression are getting the better of me. I have no peace. Everyday morning starts with another rejection or " we don't have any positions for you" email.

I can't seem to find anyone to talk to about this.

I am not a slacker. I am not a quitter but if I keep going from one harmful relationship to a toxic job to loneliness and depression. I am afraid I may break soon.
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eatpraylove · 56-60, F
since when is teaching English and biology to kids not a great achievement? teaching is a great and noble profession. the only problem you have is a bad attitude.
Nina756 · 31-35, F
@eatpraylove You'd be surprised at the attitude some schools have to evolution and sex education. I am not weak minded. I have pulled myself through depression twice. This time it's getting to be harder.
eatpraylove · 56-60, F
@Nina756 the attitude of the school will not be your source of happiness. if you get happy it will be because you positively affect the lives of children. you are kinda all over the place. be more dignified. you are a teacher. you teach. be proud.