I'd love not to worry about whether I have work the next day or not. Over the last few years, employment has always been really unstable and hasn't given me any certainty. It's easy to feel like there's no job security anymore but I'm determined to change my situation.
My journey to this point has had so many twists and turns. When I was younger, I did a stint in prison. I was around people that didn't have my best interests in mind and I was also drinking a lot. When I left, I sobered up and things seemed to be improving until ran into problems trying to find work. I just wanted to build my life into something better but the system isn't set up to help people who have a conviction.
Not being in employment, despite my best efforts, led me to some really dark places and I began abuse alcohol again. This time was worse than before and it go so bad that I started to feel like it wasn't worth carrying on. I finally managed to get onto a rehabilitation programme which is where I've been supported this year. The structure that it's given me has been a lifeline and I'm now in a position to start looking for work again.
In the past I've worked as a labourer quite extensively and I'm keen to up skill. I'll be looking to get my telescopic forklift qualification which will allow me to earn a good wage on site. Finding stable work will be a huge milestone and I'm really looking forward to having a reason seize the day.