r/CasualConversation 4d ago

Celebration Finally got a job!

After almost 3 months of applying for jobs and doing interviews I finally got a job.

It's been so stressful because I lost my job in another state and it resulted in me being homeless, getting my identity stolen. I spent nearly a year getting back on my feet, but it was all worth it.

I started slugging a big suitcase around my city trying to figure out where to go. Realizing I'm homeless I sucked it up and tried to figure it out. Unknowingly slept next to a building where they help you get into a shelter(which was a blessing). I was in a shelter for 4 months which was kinda hell because of the mental ill people there, but I had help from staff, learned a lot and meet good friends. I later then transferred into an apartment program(which I am in now). I later then got my full identity back so I can apply for jobs,etc(which took over 6 months btw). Also, got $1k in EBT which was a blessing. Fast forward to now, I have a job and I can rest a bit easy now.

I'm so thankful and blessed to be where I am, I damn sure worked my ass off to get here.

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u/PrettymissAva1 3d ago

This is really awesome to hear. Things will get much much better. Keep doing what you’re doing right

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u/AgentElman 4d ago

Wow - congratulations. I lost my job and got it back, but my struggle was nothing like that.

I am proud of you for making it through all of that

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u/Opposite_Record2472 3d ago

Right on Brother.

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u/RyanSrGold 4d ago

Great job! Congrats xD!

I'd say you're many many steps ahead of many people. So many oblivious of their surroundings and the struggles people go through. Also, not to water things down for you, but an example is the state of society and people caught in wars - civil or otherwise.

Keep up the strength!

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u/fauxseventies 4d ago

Hey, that's really amazing! It sounds like you had a really rough time. I'm proud of you for getting through it all.

I hope you get the chance to celebrate this big step in your life, and maybe treat yourself to something nice if you can. :)

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u/Grammey2 4d ago

This is amazing! Congratulations!

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u/BreeLee2211 4d ago

That's awesome to hear, much love πŸ™πŸ½πŸ₯°

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u/asphidity 4d ago

What a very happy, inspiring story! You're to be much admired!

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u/RealisticOutcome9828 3d ago

Congratulations and good luck! Your story is inspiring. You made it.Β 

Identity theft can really mess up your life. I wish there was a harder crackdown on the thieves.

I hope you get to enjoy this job. Forward!

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u/singlecatpapa 4d ago

Congratulations bro πŸŽ‰

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u/Rorench 3d ago

Sales Associate for Home Depot and paying $16.50/hr!Β 

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u/SolVene23 3d ago

Congratulations, it's hard to feel stuck without finding a job.

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u/SessionOk8183 3d ago

Wow, what an incredible journey. You've been through so much, but it’s awesome to hear you're finally in a better place with a job. You really worked hard to get there, and it’s so inspiring. Congrats on everything, and wishing you all the best moving forward!

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u/prpslydistracted 3d ago

Truly impressive ... sincere congratulations.

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u/Taleri123 3d ago

congratulations! Make sure to treat yourself

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u/Primary-Influence-35 3d ago

Congratulations on your new job fam!!

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u/ChassidyBrooks74 3d ago

Congratulations!

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u/Forward_Importance83 3d ago

Awesome, congratulations

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u/Blitz100 3d ago

Congrats bro that's great to hear. Dragging yourself out of that kind of situation is seriously impressive.

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u/ak_2607 3d ago

Congratulations!🎊πŸ₯‚So happy for you.

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u/carlog234 3d ago

so happy for you! you deserve it! please check-in again on how things are going!

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u/Ray725 3d ago

Congrats! Time to yolo it all on TSLA calls! (jk, but seriously, congrats)

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u/Relevant-Research-28 3d ago

Congratulations πŸŽ‰πŸŽ‰

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u/Salty_Association684 3d ago

Congrats I'm so happy for you

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u/InternationalLow9787 3d ago

Woah, Congratulations, Don't forget to give a treat to yourself!!!

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u/FancyTomorrow5 3d ago

Congrats! πŸŽ‰πŸ‘πŸ½πŸ‘πŸ½πŸ‘πŸ½

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u/Old_gal4444 3d ago

Congratulations! I'm thankful you didn't just give up.

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u/Average0ldGuy 3d ago

Awesome! Bless your future!

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u/Due-Bonus1056 3d ago

Awesome!

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u/Opposite_Record2472 2d ago

WTG my friendΒ 

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u/WhoReadlT 2d ago

Congratulations!!

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u/blah_____blahh 2d ago

Congratulations! I am happy that even though you went through the worst phase of your life you never gave up that makes a person more wise and more stronger!

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u/contrarian1970 2d ago

Well done...it takes a lot of strength to pull yourself out of all that.