topic I don’t think I will ever be independent. in Young people

I don’t think I will ever be independent.

ElieAC — Thu, 10 Feb 2022 09:16:15 GMT

I’m 19 and attempting (not well) to become financially independent and make something for myself.

I study Nursing at uni and have been told I should be paying for myself and so am trying to work whilst at uni. I’m not exceedingly intelligent and academia is no strength of mine; as a result, I’m finding I can’t work the hours that are conducive to financial stability if I want the grades that are conducive to success post University.

It’s very much a lose-lose situation.

Hence, I’m seeking advice.

What is the greatest advice you’ve been given on the road to being able to support yourself financially?

I don’t think I will ever be independent.

white knight — Thu, 10 Feb 2022 10:38:05 GMT

Hi, welcome

The best advice I ever had came as a suggestion when I was 15yo...to join the defence, the ADF, Army, Navy or RAAF.

It doesn't have to be lifelong. The benefits include

Adult wages
Cheap accommodation and meals and free uniforms
Fitness
Fun
Free dental and medical
Huge range of professions to choose
Travel
Comrederie
Financial security

Once I left the RAAF I had no trouble finding work with my experience as employers knew I was of good character. I also received a commendation for my contribution to the Cyclone Tracey relief effort. Such things help you throughout your life.

TonyWK

I don’t think I will ever be independent.

Guest_1643 — Thu, 10 Feb 2022 11:41:24 GMT

Work in a job where u interact with people

It always looks good on resumes, even if you're a sales clerk etc

Having a safe, stable home is jnportant, never forgo that to save Money, a mistake I made

And independence is also about feeling good, if u accept help from your folks Ur still indeodent if earning your own money, as well.

I don’t think I will ever be independent.

ElieAC — Thu, 10 Feb 2022 23:37:22 GMT

This is an option I had not thought about. I shall research this further, it seems like it could teach me a lot.

Thankyou for your advice, I sincerely appreciate it.