Job Struggles and Regrets
It is May 12, 2026,
I am 28 years old and unemployed. I have never earned money on my own. I was in a relationship five months ago, but that has ended now. At this point, I feel like my future looks uncertain and I often blame myself for the mistakes I made. One of the biggest regrets I carry is getting involved in politics and supporting the opposition, which I believe affected my opportunities.
I have tried many things—searching for jobs, attempting small business ideas, and looking for ways to earn—but I have not succeeded yet. I am addicted to nicotine, though I only drink alcohol occasionally and am not dependent on it.
I completed my graduation in 2020 and my post-graduation in 2022. After staying idle for about a year, I enrolled in a B.Ed. program in 2023 and completed it in 2025. However, I have still not received my completion certificate because I cannot afford to pay the remaining fees.
There are very few job opportunities in my area. What makes it harder is seeing others—even those with less education or younger than me—getting jobs, often through political influence or connections. Many younger people are also entering government jobs, which increases my frustration and sense of falling behind.
I live with my family. My father is a government teacher and the sole earning member of our household.
I have genuinely tried to find work and earn money, but I still feel stuck. I often feel like I am getting late in every aspect of life. I have no relationship now, no financial independence, and sometimes I feel I lack the courage to build something on my own. I also tried seeking support from my father, but I did not receive the help I hoped for.