"As an abandoned and scapegoated child, I was very independent and resilient, and I was driven by the goal of getting away and creating a life for myself."
"During my school exams, I would work full time during the holidays beforehand and part-time during term time. I was then exhausted when it came to exams and had little time to revise."
"Since I was responsible for myself financially, I really learned to budget. This meant that when I started in a career in my twenties, I excelled much quicker than my peers."
Growing up in a challenging environment with minimal support, independence and resilience became essential for survival. The lack of a safety net hindered risk-taking and academic focus. Working full-time during school holidays and part-time during term time led to exhaustion and limited study time. Keeping personal struggles hidden from peers and teachers resulted in a lack of emotional support. However, financial responsibility fostered budgeting skills, enabling quicker career advancement compared to peers who were new to the workforce after university.
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