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Hello Fastlane Forum,
I’m reaching out to share my current situation and seek advice from others who might have faced similar challenges.
I’m currently living in my parents’ basement, struggling with depression and a lack of direction. Despite having completed my studies, I haven’t been able to secure a job. I recently sought help from an organization that assists people with disabilities in finding employment, but the meeting didn’t go as I had hoped. They suggested that I wasn’t ready for an interview, which left me feeling disheartened.
In the past, I’ve faced setbacks including being laid off from previous jobs and experiencing betrayal from friends in business ventures. These experiences have led me to develop a deep sense of anger, grief, and resentment toward traditional employment and the conventional career path. I feel a profound cynicism toward the slowlane and the world of work as a whole.
People often tell me that the odds of succeeding in business are low and that the traditional career path is the safer route. This advice, combined with my own experiences, has fueled my frustration and made me question the value of continuing down the slowlane. Additionally, I don’t have a driver’s license yet, which further limits my options and adds to my frustration.
My situation has reached a point where I’m struggling with thoughts of ending my life. It feels like my talent as a programmer is going to waste, and I dream of escaping to the sunny Floridian coast as a form of relief from this ongoing struggle.
I’m aware that these feelings are intense, but they drive me to seek a different path. I’m passionate about pursuing the Fastlane and am determined to break free from what I see as a cycle of mediocrity and dissatisfaction.
I’m reaching out to this community for perspective and advice. Have any of you faced similar struggles? How did you overcome the frustration and cynicism? Any advice or shared experiences would be greatly appreciated.
Thank you for your time and support.
Best regards,
Alexis Autotte
I’m reaching out to share my current situation and seek advice from others who might have faced similar challenges.
I’m currently living in my parents’ basement, struggling with depression and a lack of direction. Despite having completed my studies, I haven’t been able to secure a job. I recently sought help from an organization that assists people with disabilities in finding employment, but the meeting didn’t go as I had hoped. They suggested that I wasn’t ready for an interview, which left me feeling disheartened.
In the past, I’ve faced setbacks including being laid off from previous jobs and experiencing betrayal from friends in business ventures. These experiences have led me to develop a deep sense of anger, grief, and resentment toward traditional employment and the conventional career path. I feel a profound cynicism toward the slowlane and the world of work as a whole.
People often tell me that the odds of succeeding in business are low and that the traditional career path is the safer route. This advice, combined with my own experiences, has fueled my frustration and made me question the value of continuing down the slowlane. Additionally, I don’t have a driver’s license yet, which further limits my options and adds to my frustration.
My situation has reached a point where I’m struggling with thoughts of ending my life. It feels like my talent as a programmer is going to waste, and I dream of escaping to the sunny Floridian coast as a form of relief from this ongoing struggle.
I’m aware that these feelings are intense, but they drive me to seek a different path. I’m passionate about pursuing the Fastlane and am determined to break free from what I see as a cycle of mediocrity and dissatisfaction.
I’m reaching out to this community for perspective and advice. Have any of you faced similar struggles? How did you overcome the frustration and cynicism? Any advice or shared experiences would be greatly appreciated.
Thank you for your time and support.
Best regards,
Alexis Autotte
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