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Oct 27, 2017
7,461
Blocked ex, felt bad, unblocked and had an argument where of course everything she says was right. Been 2 months nearly since the breakup and even though she says she is the problem, I will always blame myself.

All I do is complain about how shit my life is and I am not deserving to be where I am, just want to go die in a hole and not worry anymore.

Bit of background:

I was dishes at age 25 with no career in focus

I can't do simple tasks

I am very depressed
 

Anubis

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Oct 25, 2017
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You are only 25, a lot of us have been through this trust me.

Keep fighting because you have a lot of life to live and a lot to offer to the world.
 

Deleted member 8468

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Oct 26, 2017
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Hey at least you have a job. Restaurants are a great way to move up in the world with little outside skill. I'm friends with more than one successful GM who started as a dish washer. It's hard work, but you can definitely make something of it, especially being as young as you are.
 

Thebeast!

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Mar 18, 2018
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I broke down and cryed like 4 times after i realized i will never see the women i enjoyed being with. You can get through this
 

Darth Vapor

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Oct 27, 2017
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Death Star
I'm sorry dude. Break ups are hard. I've worked in the restaurant industry for a long time and have seen dishwashers become bad ass line cooks in no time. Is there any way you could ask for some food prep tasks at work? If you do a decent job you could then ask to train as a cook. You can make decent money as a line cook and then work your way up to sous chef and get a salary.
 

Deleted member 8741

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I've been having a rough year myself, I'm sorry.

That said, I'm a bit older than you. 25? I know it feels like you're stuck, but you have limitless potential ahead of you. Take some time to grieve, then get some goals together and start working on them. You can and will get through this.
 
OP
OP
Oct 27, 2017
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I'm sorry dude. Break ups are hard. I've worked in the restaurant industry for a long time and have seen dishwashers become bad ass line cooks in no time. Is there any way you could ask for some food prep tasks at work? If you do a decent job you could then ask to train as a cook. You can make decent money as a line cook and then work your way up to sous chef and get a salary.

Food prep is part of the job and I can't do simple tasks with it like slicing bread and what not, instantly call myselft retarded and stuff
 

Rbrogue

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Oct 28, 2017
272
I was washing dishes at age 24 before I got my foot in the door at a tech company and today I make more than double what I was making 5 years ago.

I guess what I'm saying is your life will be what you make of it. It's not too late.
 

Armadilo

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Oct 27, 2017
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Stop and go help others, everybody can give back to this world as there is always somebody in need, volunteer and do good.
 

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Oct 27, 2017
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You are 25. That's still young. Take some time to build a plan for some next steps if you feel you're lacking direction.
 
OP
OP
Oct 27, 2017
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I was washing dishes at age 24 before I got my foot in the door at a tech company and today I make more than double what I was making 5 years ago.

I guess what I'm saying is your life will be what you make of it. It's not too late.

How did you get in a tech company from washing dishes? I want to get into it but know literally nothing
 

Mulciber

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Aug 22, 2018
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My worst breakup of my life was at 25. You have plenty of time for things to get better, OP. You're young. Please don't die in a hole or otherwise.
 

Rbrogue

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Oct 28, 2017
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How did you get in a tech company from washing dishes? I want to get into it but know literally nothing

They had an entry level position for doing phone support for email hosting, basically helping old people set up Microsoft Outlook on their computers and setting up their email on their phones.

I met people who worked at the company and they told me they were hiring. I didn't have any formal experience on my resume but I still applied and just made sure to try to let my enthusiasm for the work shine through. After a couple rounds of interviews (and I had to travel by bus, I had no car or even drivers license) I was hired.

Today I don't answer phones anymore. Hard work and dedication + passion. You just need to put yourself out there. FWIW I felt exactly like you five years ago.
 
OP
OP
Oct 27, 2017
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They had an entry level position for doing phone support for email hosting, basically helping old people set up Microsoft Outlook on their computers and setting up their email on their phones.

I met people who worked at the company and they told me they were hiring. I didn't have any formal experience on my resume but I still applied and just made sure to try to let my enthusiasm for the work shine through. After a couple rounds of interviews (and I had to travel by bus, I had no car or even drivers license) I was hired.

Today I don't answer phones anymore. Hard work and dedication + passion. You just need to put yourself out there. FWIW I felt exactly like you five years ago.

Dang that would ideally be how I want to start my career in IT, oh well companies here don't hire anyone without experience so that won't happen.
 

TheModestGun

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Dec 5, 2017
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I know it's tough man, but there's lots of time for things to get better. I felt very similar to you at your age. I was working a dead end job at a restaurant and my girlfriend of two years had just dumped me and I've had major depressive disorder since I was young teen. I'm almost 30 now and making good money and have been with my current girlfriend for 3 years. The depression comes and goes but I've learned to manage it through therapy

Just try to keep on moving and remember that the bad stuff and shitty feelings aren't permanent. First step I would take is seeking therapy, it honestly can help a lot if you haven't started already.

Keep your chin up, things will be ok. I know it probably doesn't feel like it but it will.
 
Aug 5, 2018
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My ex had me falsely committed to a mental hospital and filed divorce papers after 13 years. At 33 I had no job, home, or money and my family didn't know if I was actually crazy or not. Now I'm 37, have a younger hotter fiancé, an amazing daughter, and a nicer house.
Shit has a way of working out.
 

Rbrogue

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Oct 28, 2017
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Dang that would ideally be how I want to start my career in IT, oh well companies here don't hire anyone without experience so that won't happen.

All companies list "requirements" but they're largely bullshit. Apply anyway.

Also don't be afraid of relocating. If you have a passion and there's nothing around you that will allow you to fulfill it, move somewhere that will allow it. Don't feel trapped.
 

Possum Armada

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Oct 25, 2017
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My life was a mess until I was 33. Went back to school, landed a job I love, got married, had a family, and just bought my first house at 41.

It is never too late
 

sleepnaught

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Oct 26, 2017
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Dang that would ideally be how I want to start my career in IT, oh well companies here don't hire anyone without experience so that won't happen.
Don't ever let lack of experience keep you from applying. My job now is doing work that was advertised as requiring 3 years CNC experience and being able to read blue prints. I had no experience in this line of work, barely could even read a tape measure. Applied anyway because I was tired of working in restaurants and had nothing to lose at that point. Nearly tripled my income overnight. Its not my ideal career, but it pays well enough. Should help pay my way through school should I choose to go back.
 

Dalek

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Oct 25, 2017
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I was rudderless and a college dropout at 25, OP. I ended up pulling it all together. I empathize. Hang in there, brother.
 

Nose Master

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Oct 27, 2017
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Perhaps trust your instincts on why you blocked her in the first place next time, also stop drinking
 

sph3re

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Oct 28, 2017
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Blocked ex, felt bad, unblocked and had an argument where of course everything she says was right. Been 2 months nearly since the breakup and even though she says she is the problem, I will always blame myself.

All I do is complain about how shit my life is and I am not deserving to be where I am, just want to go die in a hole and not worry anymore.

Bit of background:

I was dishes at age 25 with no career in focus

I can't do simple tasks

I am very depressed
If you have the time and/or money, take a class of some kind. I'm taking a creative writing class to keep me occupied in my spare time. You'll meet new people and it will push you out of your comfort zone. I highly recommend it.
I'm 25 and haven't had any alcohol ever
Alcohol sucks anyway
 

_id

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Apr 18, 2018
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Four years ago I was 26 with no job no car no education. In four years I managed to get my GED, go to college and get my associates degree, get a job and buy a car and now I recently got accepted into a university and will start working on my bachelors. Moral of the story is it's never too late to better yourself, I too know what you're going through feels like but you can turn it around I know it.
 

RedMercury

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Dec 24, 2017
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I believe in you Russell, you can turn it around. Don't place your happiness in the hands of someone else, you own that shit, you have the control.
 

Pooh

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Oct 25, 2017
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Man at 25 you got a lot of time, seriously... don't sweat it.

All you gotta do is grind and keep your eyes open for opportunities. I know it feels like you're not where you want to be but honestly things don't happen the way you thought they would. We've all got our own path.

Maybe go to community college and learn something, you will feel a lot better about yourself and get out of the kitchen.
 

Uhyve

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Oct 25, 2017
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Got my first careery job at 29, until then I was working a late shift printing labels for sandwiches, a mind numbingly boring job that I can't believe wasn't automated. Somehow things turned around.

I know it won't mean anything when you're feeling like this, but please try to stay positive, think about what you value in your life and focus on them.
 
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Nostremitus

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Nov 15, 2017
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Blocked ex, felt bad, unblocked and had an argument where of course everything she says was right. Been 2 months nearly since the breakup and even though she says she is the problem, I will always blame myself.

All I do is complain about how shit my life is and I am not deserving to be where I am, just want to go die in a hole and not worry anymore.

Bit of background:

I was dishes at age 25 with no career in focus

I can't do simple tasks

I am very depressed
25 was the age I finally started taking steps to get my life in order.

That was nine years ago. I went from being in very similar shoes at the ago of 25 to currently having been preapproved for a home loan.

You got this. I know it feels daunting, but that's part of it. You gotta decide where you want to be in ten years. Once you determine that, set milestones you should reach each year. You have to make those determined first steps, then follows those with a few more. Eventually you'll look back at where you were and wonder what took you so long to get started, but still thankful that you did start.

The end result will most likely not be exactly where you set your goal to be, but as long as you make the effort and don't try to cut corners on high risk ventures, you should at least be better off than you were when you started.

I haven't hit my milestones, but even then, I'm still much better off than where I started.


Are you in the U.S.? If so, you should qualify for a grant for school. Research and see what trades are in need in your area. Apply for grants to trade schools. Find something and set yourself on a path toward your future.

I worked long hours and did schoolwork in the evenings and weekends. It was rough, I was tired. But I did it, it's over, and I'm on the other side.

You can do it. I know you can.
 
OP
OP
Oct 27, 2017
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25 was the age I finally started taking steps to get my life in order.

That was nine years ago. I went from being in very similar shoes at the ago of 25 to currently having been preapproved for a home loan.

You got this. I know it feels daunting, but that's part of it. You gotta decide where you want to be in ten years. Once you determine that, set milestones you should reach each year. You have to make those determined first steps, then follows those with a few more. Eventually you'll look back at where you were and wonder what took you so long to get started, but still thankful that you did start.

The end result will most likely not be exactly where you set your goal to be, but as long as you make the effort and don't try to cut corners on high risk ventures, you should at least be better off than you were when you started.

I haven't hit my milestones, but even then, I'm still much better off than where I started.


Are you in the U.S.? If so, you should qualify for a grant for school. Research and see what trades are in need in your area. Apply for grants to trade schools. Find something and set yourself on a path toward your future.

I'm in Australia
 
Feb 10, 2018
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These things will make you feel better

  • Tidy your place real good (put clean sheets on your bed, air the room and place somthing that smells nice in your bedroom like lavender)
  • Do some exercise you enjoy
  • Watch a good movie
  • Make some nice food like spinach mac and cheese.
  • Have a bath with candles and nice smelly stuff
  • Do some yoga
  • Have a nice hot chocolate
  • And say your prayers (doesent have to be religious, you could pray about anything)
  • And have a nice sleep
 

HeeHo

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Oct 27, 2017
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I can relate. I try to be as resilient as possible during these times in the vain hope that things will get better with the person but also knowing I'll be better off even if doesn't work out.
 
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Borgnine

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oreomunsta

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Oct 25, 2017
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Try volunteering OP. I found that when I was at some of my most depressed times, focussing on other people's issues helped, and you might just enjoy that
 

Benji

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Oct 25, 2017
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I'm sorry to hear this OP truly

All I can say, and while this may sound pandering, is that i'm absolutely sure you are capable of turning your hardships around and achieving greatness.

About 3 years ago I entered a stage in life where I was very close to suicidal. I had lost a previous job I was very high up in. At the same time (within a few months) I lost my house, and my wife had a miscarriage. Life was awful and my answer was to turn to alcohol. I spent at least a solid 7-8 months drinking myself to oblivion every single night to deal with it. At the end of my depression, when I was at my worst I can guarantee i would have stuck a gun in my mouth and pulled the trigger. There were nights that I would wish I had one, but was too drunk to even go out and try to buy one.

Fast forward to today, and I have a fantastic job, a beautiful 3 month old baby girl, and a brand new home. All in the space of a few years. Had I let my depression keep going deeper or killed myself none of this would have ever happened.

I DO NOT want to turn this into a "Go Benji!" feel good story. I'm only sharing something so personal because I know what its like to feel like life is hopeless and there is no path forward. To feel like you are failing at life and constantly letting yourself and those around you down.

You are only 25. That is still so young honestly, and you have all the time in the world to get your life on track. It won't be easy. I'm not going to sugar coat it for you and say its going to be magically better tomorrow. But you can make steps slowly but surely to turn things around. I don't think its true you can't do simple tasks. I don't know you but I'm more than willing to bet you can do far more than that. Reading your posts in this thread I think you're being overly hard on yourself, which is very common for someone facing depression. I used to tell myself every day that those around would be better off if I was dead.

What interests you OP? What motivates you? What do you know for a fact your are good at no matter what the part that doubts yourself tells you? Pursue those things and focus on them. And most importantly work on understanding yourself and WHY exactly you are in so much pain. We have to face our own demons before we can move forward in life.

Anyways, really long post but I'm rooting for you, and I believe, honestly that you can make it past this and become an absolute force in this life.
 
Oct 27, 2017
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I'm sorry to hear your woes. I find in life that perspective matters a lot. I found myself in a very similar situation in my early thirties. Separated, living with my folks, only seeing my kids every weekend. Even washing pots and pans for a living.

If you can sell yourself your situation from a different perspective, maybe you'll like the results better. This is a chance to start over. Redefine yourself. 25 isn't too old for college or trade school. Hell, I ended up leaning into food service, got a few certifications and now I make a good living at it.

Your situation seems like it could be really depressing, but maybe over time you can come to view it as an opportunity?

Good luck to you.
 

Vinci

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Oct 29, 2017
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At 25, I had no job, had just survived an illness that had bankrupted what money I had, was alone other than a family that took some solace in that I at least wasn't more successful than my brother (whom they prefer), and had an education that meant next to nothing in the job market.

Took years to fix. Most of what helped me was getting away from the things that dragged me down and finding people who cared about me and wanted to see me succeed. Finding those people in my case was sheer chance. Don't wait for that; that was something I got wrong. Take the advice of others in this thread and volunteer, work to take care of others. The more you surround yourself with people who care enough to invest their own personal time into the lives of other people, the more you will gain. I learned that later.

But first, get away. Say goodbye to what past drags you down. Don't sit in the same place, with the same problems, if you know - and you seem to - that it's taking you nowhere. It's scary, but I promise you there is usually a path to get away from it. Start over.

People say life is short, but it's not. Life is too long to stay in the shit, if you know that's where you are.