Yes, I do have a full-time job, and I even enjoy it, but it doesn’t pay enough to survive in this hellscape of a world we live in. I lack the college degree required to get almost any decent-paying job (plus my last job hunt took MONTHS to get a lead), I don’t have the skills or originality to become an online content creator, nor the artistry or patience to create and sell trinkets on Etsy (plus, that would require an initial investment which I simply do not have). Should I set up a GoFundMe? OnlyFans? I wouldn’t really be offering anything except a charity basket/collection plate so that feels dishonest at best. Idk, I’m quite literally having a breakdown because I’m probably going to lose my car soon, and then my job, and then my apartment, and then my life. Any help at all would be appreciated. Thank you

  • habanhero@lemmy.ca
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    4 months ago

    Not going to disagree with the tough world out there, I’m just going to suggest / ask a few things that are at least somewhat in your realm of control that might help.

    • If you are willing to divulge this information - how much are you making at your current job, how much do you pay for rent and what are your expenses?
    • Do you have any family members or friends you can reach out for support?
    • What does the cost of living look like in your area? Any other options?
    • TargaryenTKE@lemmy.worldOP
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      4 months ago

      Giving you enough context to actually answer your question without giving up TOO much private info, in order:

      Cubicle job where I make just under $20/hour (min. wage for my state is $15)

      As for family/friends, I’ve reached out a little bit, yes. But I don’t like doing it too much, regardless of how difficult my life becomes. Maybe it’s pride, maybe it’s empathy, idk. Either way, I just can’t. In short, I’ve gotten SOME help, but I won’t get much more

      As for cost of living, I live in the American Midwest and split rent in a decent apartment in a relatively-safe neighborhood with one other person (hopefully 3 total in the next couple months)

      And that’s about all I’m willing to give up online

      Edit: I copy-pasted from a very similar response, so I had to adjust it to fit YOUR questions

      • AwkwardLookMonkeyPuppet@lemmy.worldEnglish
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        4 months ago

        Without knowing your age, it’s hard to give good advice, but if you’re young, then I’d suggest asking Mom and/ dad if you can go back home while you acquire more marketable skills. Then, unfortunately, you will likely need to move to an area with opportunity. Living in a small town, or a town without a variety of booming industries seriously limits your options.

      • Kaboom@reddthat.com
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        4 months ago

        You live in Illnois? (Its the only midwest state with a min wage even approaching 15 dollars an hour) Try finding a job outside Chicago, preferably some sort of trade. Youll get your feet under you.