u/OnABeerBudget_

I’m 32 and have worked in the funeral industry as a graphic designer and director of development for 8 years now and I’m over it. I hate working in an office setting, I hate commuting and I work with the world’s most miserable people. I am having trouble choosing a trade. I like to work with my hands and don’t mind getting dirty. I don’t know what skills I possess that would transfer. I know that I really don’t have to have any skills to start as that’s the whole point of apprenticeship. I don’t really even know where to start. I’m looking to go union in Maryland, which I have several options for, thankfully. I think what I’m most worried about is going from six figure salary to apprentice pay. I know it’s a long term play, but it does make me nervous. I just am at my wits end with white collar work. I want to make sure I’m making the right move.

I (32F) have recently been diagnosed with adenomyosis and am awaiting the surgical coordinator to call me to schedule my hysterectomy. I have this deep pressure in my pelvic area and lower back. I am passing massive clots and am overall...uncomfortable to say the least. Has anything worked for you while in limbo? I feel like I have to be tied to the bathroom. I am emptying my menstrual cup at least twice an hour. I should also mention I have endometriosis that will also be excised as well as cysts on both of my ovaries. I just need some short term relief.