Step 1 of 5
No judgment here. Just understanding where you're starting from.
Don't worry about being exact — a rough number works
Step 2 of 5
The biggest fear isn't leaving — it's what happens to your family's finances when you do.
Rent/mortgage, utilities, food, insurance, debt payments
How many months could you cover expenses without income?
Step 3 of 5
The golden handcuffs of education. Let's figure out what you're actually dealing with.
Through a spouse's employer, ACA marketplace, or other source
Step 4 of 5
Your family's routine matters. The right exit plan works around it, not against it.
Family, partner, after-school programs
Step 5 of 5
You don't need to have it all figured out. Pick what resonates.