For anyone who remembers my posts from the last few months, I'm not very happy at my current position. Some days I feel like I'm this 👌 close to being fired. And on other days I feel essential, but taken advantage of and overworked. I'm in a tough spot as a supervisor. I feel for my staff and hold strongly that when you're working with a skeleton crew things cannot get done. I interviewed for jobs that responded to my inquiries. I applied to any job that paid near my salary. One such job I was cautious about because it was another managerial/supervisory position for a group home. It would have put me in a position to be on call 24/7 and counted on to ensure the home is running smoothly all the time. For various reasons in the beginning of this process it felt right to take it. I was offered the job two weeks ago and was truly ready to take it. Then after going to the home and meeting the women who reside there (just to get a feel and decide if it's the right fit) it hit me that although I would love many aspects of the job it would leave me just as stressed as I am now. I was itching to get home to my son the whole time I was there and upon being late to pick him up from his playdate I was crying. It took me until yesterday to sort out and explore my concerns. As much as I need to move on from where I am I realized I need to make a job change that won't leave me worn or burnt out. It was pretty empowering and I'm also mighty relieved. I have more clarity as to what I want and more determined than ever to find a job that is the best for me, my family and my mental health. For those out there considering a change and wanting to jump to the first opportunity, it's ok to say no.