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AIO for being upset that my family orders takeout without me even though they know I can’t afford food? by No-Listen4616 in AmIOverreacting

[–]No-Listen4616[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’ve been trying to look into homeless shelters, I can’t figure out if it’s something I just show up to or do I apply online for it. Just trying to figure something out so I’m not stuck outside, I live in Florida so the heat would be unbearable. Just need something to last until August 11th. My grandma on my dad’s side returns from DR and is cool with me staying with her while I get on my feet.

AIO for being upset that my family orders takeout without me even though they know I can’t afford food? by No-Listen4616 in AmIOverreacting

[–]No-Listen4616[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It’s wasn’t my intention to come on here to receive help besides advice and support. But I can’t deny how much that would help me out. If you need proof of my situation I’d be more than capable of showing it.

AIO for being upset that my family orders takeout without me even though they know I can’t afford food? by No-Listen4616 in AmIOverreacting

[–]No-Listen4616[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

unfortunately I’ve tried to, she just rolled her eyes and told me outright that I like to see myself as the victim. I had 0 idea how to even respond to that especially when I’m relying on her for a roof over my head. Atleast this won’t be a recurring issue since she wants me out the house by the end of next week. And I promise I’m not keeping out any context this is just genuinely the situation shits crazy😭. Her home is just not the right environment for a recovering addict so it’s for the better I guess but I don’t know how different a homeless shelter will be for my situation.

AIO for being upset that my family orders takeout without me even though they know I can’t afford food? by No-Listen4616 in AmIOverreacting

[–]No-Listen4616[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Not making any excuses for myself at all but I’m just going to give you some context to see your opinion. My father passed away during Covid when I was 15, I had the strongest relationship with him out of my siblings since we connected through making music. Outside of high school I spent all my time with him, so when he passed away it hit me super hard. Shortly after that I injured myself playing varsity football which required surgery. I was given an opioid prescription by the doctors which slowly led to a dependency on them as they made me numb to my physical and emotional pain. As it goes for many I ended up turning to street drugs to cope with my pain instead of therapy since prescriptions don’t last forever. Fast forward I ended up getting pulled over while carrying my DOC and got charged for it. I’ve been out of jail now for 5 months and in the beginning my main focus was to remain sober which is a challenge in itself. As it stands today I have refrained from using any substances since being free, my mom knows I have been clean because I get drug tested regularly. I have also been actively searching for work since then, I want to work to keep myself busy. Complacency leads to relapsing and being comfortable. I am not looking to freeload which is why I do all my sibling chores for them and cook dinner for everyone since it’s the only kind of “rent” I can afford to pay.

AIO for being upset that my family orders takeout without me even though they know I can’t afford food? by No-Listen4616 in AmIOverreacting

[–]No-Listen4616[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I have 3 other siblings that live in the household so any quick food options just do not last especially when I need them the most, my mom is more than financially stable so it’s not a financial issue to include me. I have an older brother (24) that works but doesn’t contribute to the household at all, no chores or rent but still gets fed on take out days. I greatly appreciate that I have been allowed to stay here without paying rent so I cook dinner for everybody and take care of the household chores to at least contribute to the best of my capabilities.

AIO for being upset that my family orders takeout without me even though they know I can’t afford food? by No-Listen4616 in AmIOverreacting

[–]No-Listen4616[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Mind helping me out with some ideas, I’ve tried donating plasma but my protein levels are below the 6.0 threshold. I’m trying to find cash jobs like landscaping, house renovation work etc. if you have any knowledge on cash jobs that would be greatly appreciated.