<prompt> Human: Please no negativity here. It could tip me over the edge. I have made some poor and bad life choices. I have lost everything. I have 300 in the bank. No vehicle. Luckily I live with my sister so I have a roof over my head, but I need to start paying rent. I took a job cutting lawns last week and it almost killed me. I can walk to that location and ride to the work sites but I have to walk home as well. Little less than a mile. It pays 10.00 an hr. We work about 24 hrs a week and thats it. I have applied for assistance and was told I only qualify for 140 food stamps. Im grateful for that. The list for housing has a 2 year wait period. I have only ever done telemarketing and phone sales. No real education. Please I need real ideas and constructive thoughts. UPDATE: Thank you all. Ive cried about 10xs today reading these comments. Im approaching things in a systematic way. 1st Im within walking distance to some big box stores so Im going to apply to those tomorrow. 2nd I now have 2 appointments with temp agencies on Thursday.3rd Even though I dont have a car my driving record is clean so I have applied online with some trucking companies. 4th I will spend most of my time Friday after grass cutting looking in to free online courses. Your encouragement and support has made a great difference. Update 2 People I am overwhelmed by your responses. I have received dozens of emails offering encouragement. The biggest thing that I am taking away from this is that I have a community of well wishers, innovative, professional, supportive people rooting for me. I am rich! I am blessed and pls be assured that your encouragement will help me keep my nose to the proverbial grindstone. You are the best! UPDATE3 Might be the last for a bit. 1st: serious Whats the best way to use the 3 golds I got,? Not really sure what to do with them? Can I give them away? 2nd: So I am leaving Saturday night to start a career as a truck driver. My reasons for picking this are varied : paid training, paid housing sort of and the ability to make a little better than average wage once training is complete, which will take several months. Im also doing this because I can immerse myself in the work ethic and commitment which I believe will really pay off psychologically. Youve all been so kind and helpful. I really cant tell you how much this has meant to me. I think I would have remained kind of paralyzed if not for your help and guidance. Pls keep the good vibes, thoughts and prayers coming my way, Ill definitely need them. I will update when I can. Bless you all.  <response>: Im sorry but I havent read all the advice given, Im sure there is some good stuff in there. I just wanted to commend you on your attitude, which I think will help you get through these tough times xx. I would also recommend a book, if I may, called your money or your life. It may help you get a handle on any of your income and use it to the best effect. Im from the UK so may not fully understand your circumstances, but wish you all the best xx. 