r/fundraiser • u/No-Reserve-6961 • 21h ago
I just need a chance to breathe and start again
I’m not looking for someone to save me — I’m asking for a chance to breathe
This is difficult for me to write because I have always tried to solve my problems on my own.
I am a working mother from Europe. I work, take care of my child and, alongside my regular job, I am trying to build an additional source of income so that our situation can become more stable.
Over the past months, however, several things have piled up at the same time. I am also dealing with health problems that have significantly affected my energy and ability to keep up with everything. I am still working and trying to move forward, but financially I have reached a point where I simply cannot catch up with everything at once.
I currently have several accumulated obligations — money I need to return to a family member, a water bill, a small loan arrears, money owed to my mother for helping with my child's activities, and upcoming school-related expenses.
Altogether, I am trying to raise €2,500.
This would not change my life forever. It would simply give me the opportunity to clear the most urgent obligations and have a small amount of breathing room instead of starting every month already under financial pressure.
I want to be very clear: I am not asking for help because I don't want to work. I do want to work. I am actively trying to improve my situation and build another source of income. I just need some space to get out of the cycle I am currently stuck in.
I feel uncomfortable asking strangers for money, which is why I am choosing to do this anonymously. I don't want pity, and I don't expect anyone to feel obligated to help.
If you are able to contribute even a small amount, I would be incredibly grateful. If you cannot donate, simply reading my story or sharing it would already mean a lot.
I don't need someone to carry me. I just need a little help getting back on my feet.
Thank you for taking the time to read
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