For years, my life revolved around rejection emails and silence. I applied everywhere. Offices, NGOs, companies I had never heard of. I rewrote my CV more times than I can count. Every morning I woke up hopeful, and every evening I went to bed disappointed. Friends moved on with their lives while I remained stuck and embarrassed.
The pressure was unbearable. Bills piled up. Family members started asking uncomfortable questions. Some suggested I was lazy. Others told me to lower my standards. I tried casual work, but it never lasted. My confidence dropped, and I started doubting my worth despite my qualifications.…CONTINUE READING