Longest time unemployed

What was the longest time you ever spend without a job, I mean once you hit working age.
For me it was 5 years on unemployment, no matter what I did I just couldn't find a darn job.

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Patientlywaiting · 46-50, F

I haven't had paid employment for 13 years. Stay at home mum. I miss it in many ways.

Wol62 · 51-55, M

@Patientlywaiting Well that is a full time job in itself.

fortycreek · M

@Patientlywaiting would be nice having your own cash and not an allowance

Patientlywaiting · 46-50, F

@fortycreek I like having an allowance, I would still be happy for my husband to manage my money even if I was working full time again.

fortycreek · M

@Patientlywaiting i understand would just be nice