I heard my co-worker say this today and it hit me really hard. This is one of the first office jobs I’ve ever had and we all start at $22 an hour. I’m still not making ends meet and I don’t know what I’m doing wrong. I did the whole high school then college then job pipeline and now I’m here and I’m still struggling. When I got this job they took away my food stamps and ended my state insurance. But, I’m below the poverty line after taxes. I just feel like a failure because so many people make less than me and make it work. But, I have a baby and a husband to support now, too and I’m failing. I’m looking for better jobs, because I do have certifications and skills. But, I didn’t think I’d still be asking my dad for money while having a full time job… I’m so embarrassed… I guess all this is to say, how do people making less than me make it work?