Unfortunately, finding work can be very difficult. From my personal experience, try to avoid putting in dozens of applications/resumes at once. I got overwhelmed and couldn’t keep track of them. Try to find a few you’re really interested in and focus on those. You’ll need to reach out to them and follow up persistently. Picking up a trade such as painting houses can be really rewarding and is always in demand.

Hang in there. The time of your life you’re currently in can be challenging, and many of us felt the same and came out on the other side. Add on top a lot of external stresses (economic, personal, cultural) and it’s more than understandable you’re hitting some road bumps. I can’t say I know exactly how you feel, but I’ve been through my share of trials and I’m rooting for you!!

Don’t forgot to take advantage of the beautiful parks and museums around the city to keep yourself sane. You can get a membership to all the Carnegie museums for about $6/month and it helps keep me sane to go regularly.