last year my life shattered apart in a span of a month... I lost my- job, car, house, wife, children, all material possessions, everything. I was hammered down upon with scrutiny and was looked at with prejudice. I was persecuted, tortured, and targeted. My life repeatedly threatened, stolen from... etc etc
I had a backpack full of clothes and slept in the bushes. I literally starved here n there. I refused to accept government assistance (welfare), or steal or lie or cheat. I received help from some good friends with places to stay and food here n there. I worked small and took it step by step. I now have my own vehicle, am regularly working, have my kids back and my own house. small steps, concrete plans, and being a good person through it all goes a long ways.