How long can I go with no job?

So, situations change. Stuff happens. I know all this. I also know that generally, down the road, the things that end up feeling like they sucked the most end up working out ok or for the best..I just don't see it that way for a while. lol

Sadly, my job that I was using as the stepping stone to escape my old job, is coming to an end. By the end of this week. I thought I would have more time, but... So here I am, and the question is, do I still take a week or two of only full time at the afternoon job and see what I can make happen? I could use that time to actually study or write. The schedule for job 2 isn't up at all for next month. I could go in and say I want 40 hours (ok, only 37 because they are that way) but...seriously, the thought of that sends me into panic attacks. But what else? If it was just me, I'd say whatever, but I have a kid to think of. I have bills. I don't know what to do here. I would sort of like to keep part of my soul.

I am really considering buckling down, and getting some learning in the next two weeks. Maybe upping my hours there a little bit, but overall, still keeping the morning free. I would have to be focused and all. But I think I could do that. Not sure what all the studying will get me. Don't really see it getting me a job right away...but Idk...maybe a start...and we all have to start somewhere right? :(