I have not worked for many years...can somebody help me?

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I feel like this is a confessional, but...I am 38, use to be a photographer...now, I'm fledgling WRITER of stories (with that alone, it should tell you I'm UNEMPLOYED).Anyways, as unbelievable as it may sound...I have not worked in 7 years...I know, that's terrible. Even worse, my lovely girlfriend has been supporting me...I know, that is even worse. I do love her and I plan to marry her someday, soon... make up for all she's done for me and happily provide for her for the rest of our lives. She has been an angel for putting up with me for this long. I don't enjoy being or feeling like a freeloader...I hate it! It's time for me to get back into the working world and be a good man for her, and for me. Sorry if this is too sappy.

Okay, now that I bared my soul...I really would like a job. I have looked harder than I ever but I am failing. I have looked in the newspaper, on Craigs List, sent out tons of resumes and have gone on many interviews. Is it because the economic crisis, right now or is it just me? Okay, maybe it's me. My self-esteem is pretty bruised up right now to tell you the truth. I am worried and a little scared. I must keep on trying! I won't give up! I know eventually it will happen and aslong as I'm persistant. I will find employment ("When you wish upon a star, your dreams come true"). I just need a little help...some guidance...some help.

Please be kind...because I'm already feeling down...I know there are many people out there hurting aswell...and I'm sure there people that have it worse than me. I just feel that I am getting to the end of my rope and I sincerely hope that there is someone out there...you the reader...with a good lead, idea, or job. Maybe some friendly advice. I am a decent individual and am willing to work hard. Thank you all for reading this and those who care to respond. These are rough times and I've become desperate....I hope it doesn't seem to desperate putting this on Yahoo Answers. Thanks for taking the time to read my cry for help.

Answer 1

its a vicious circle, you want to work but because you havent for so long your self esteem is at an all time low, you need to look at the skills you posess and apply for jobs accordingly, most employers will look at your employment history and see a 7 year gap and you need to be able to explain what you have been doing during this period, try going back to college for an access course it does wonders for your self esteem and will give you the skills to get back into the market for work, it also shows employers that you are making an effort to better yourself, in the meantime keep applying for jobs but not ones that are out of your league right now as constant rebuffs will only get you down further,you are aware of the problems and you are not a bad person as you recognise that change is imminent, carry on with your writing but as a hobby rather than a career, good luck to you i hope it all works out and you can in time support your wonderful partner, she has faith in you clearly so have a little in yourself

Answer 2

What city and state do you live in my boyfriend might be able to help if your close.contact me and let me know. Its for a moving company one of there locations is in Alameda the other in Hayward, CA.

Answer 3

hmmm....i do not any words to comment

Answer 4

Try the chains- like BK, McDonald's, retailers for Xmas help ( that will start in a few weeks) go to temp agencies, contact your county labor dept., and get some help. Also, see if you can study for some of the state tests, or county tests, and get a government job. How about the post office? UPS? At this point, you need to put your "foot in the door". Good luck.  

Answer 5

working sux, i hate working, never did in my life, i hav no idea what im doing

try to figure out how to make money with little/no effort