Thanks so much for sharing your story. I believe you can get through it. Would you be willing to explain why you don't take government assistance? Is it becaus

Thanks so much for sharing your story. I believe you can get through it. Would you be willing to explain why you don't take government assistance? Is it because the sort of assistance available isn't helpful to you or is it because you disagree with idea of government assistance in principle? From what you say about needing to meet basic needs before you can make a good impression in job interviews, it seems like some temporary assistance from the government or otherwise could have a big impact in getting you back on your feet. It would be nice to know whether you are someone the government could help if the programs were structured right or someone who just refuses to take government assistance on principle.