My retired father uses his pension to pay for my basic needs because I can't find a job. I'm worried I'm ruining his retirement.
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I have encountered countless experiences of recruiter ghosting, rejection emails, and short-term contracts - which have all contributed heavily to my financial insecurity.
I never thought unemployment would be part of my career progression. Instead of the post-grad life I've dreamed of, I'm leaning on my family for support.
Self-sufficiency has always been one of my greatest priorities, so initiating a conversation about my need for financial support has been difficult.
Watching women my age bag academic and professional accolades while being financially independent has become a fantasy for me.
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