Things can fall apart pretty quickly. I had a big falling out with my family and it meant I had to fend for myself. I ended up sofa surfing at this point but I was driven to not let life get me down. I managed to find a job in Spain which was great, a new environment and a new challenge to keep me going. However, the honeymoon period in Spain ended abruptly as Covid came crashing in. I ended up in Brazil after this but due to the strict lockdown during the early part of the pandemic, I ended up burning through my savings.
Eventually I managed to come back to England but with little to no money, I was optimistic things would pick up but I realised after going from hostel to hostel and sometimes even rough sleeping that I needed to ask for help so I could keep my head above the water.
Despite all the setbacks and hardships, I still manage to retain my smile and optimism. It's an important part of who I am. I really look forward to getting back into work and stabilising myself with your support. All of your kindness and support reminds me why it is important to remain optimistic, it makes me realise I am not alone and there are people out there in the world that care about me!