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[TR485]

Honest truth required. Who in their right mind can offer me some advice, I don't know who can help me. I have been living in a foreign country for the past 5 years. I have completed my 3 year studies from the local university while working part time and only getting the tuition fees paid. Upon completion of studies, I got my first job in my field of study but after the probation period, I was made redundant. Depression hit me when I was back to working midnight to dawn shifts at the local service station. I kept applying for work but nobody accepted me. I then worked in a restaurant as a bartender, and left that job because the management was being horrible and I would only find solace in drinking and that was a problem. I was not finding any other work and then my lease ended. I found a place that would accept cash and rented it out but due to the pandemic, I lost my job at the cafe and I am being evicted because I do not have the money to pay for rent nor do I have a place to go. That is because my visa expires today and I have no clue what to do? Should I stay here and study a degree that is going to be beneficial in the long run or go back to a country where I have spent less time than here. if anybody tells you cultural norm is bs then they are wrong. I had no idea how to behave with my own parents because they did not see certain things in my way. OH and did I tell you that I just realised I have concentration problems, horrible addiction, loss of focus (ADHD). WHAT DO I DO? I FEEL HELPLESS.

To anyone reading this here and feeling helpless, I GENUINELY SYMPATHISE WITH YOU. YOU ARE NOT ALONE. Sorry, to many capital letters can be daunting. if you're a fan of B99 then you might've read it as Capt. Holt's voice. Thats funny. Anyways, look. I don't know who can help me, but im certain that there are others who have a more genuine concern. Look after one another and stay safe. Peace and love.

[Rumples]

Hi TR485, welcome and thank you for reaching out tonight. You're in a very safe place.

You're not alone and we're here to listen and help.

First of all I'm sorry your in the situation you're in. It must be absolutely terrifying.

From what I've read, I don't think you really have any option but to head back home and wait until all this CV19 saga blows over. For starters, you've said that you're out of money and about to be evicted with no where to go. HOME seems to be your only answer here. You can always come back and continue your studies. However, if you overstay your visa, the chances are that you might not be allowed back into the country once this pandemic is over.

I understand you said that your parents don't understand you, however, they do love you and care for you. Heading home seems the smart thing to do. Wait out this drama at home. Gather your thoughts while you re-group and then come back with a mission and hopefully some money behind you. Employment here in Australia is not forecast to pickup for another 3 months at least. You haven't got that long.

The old saying "there's no place like home" comes to mind. It might not be perfect as you say, however it's safe and it's waiting for you.

Please come back with your thoughts. I'd love to hear them.

Your friend - Rumples