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I was always so career-oriented, ever since I was a child. I always imagined being more successful in my career life by now, seeing that I just recently turned 32.

I have been told by numerous teachers (and even a college faculty member) that I am an exceptional writer. I worked as an Advanced EMT for several years, gaining experience and knowledge in both the healthcare and public safety lines of work. From there, I explored an entirely different line of work: software development. I taught myself a vast amount of languages, libraries, frameworks, tools, and other technologies. Sadly, a combination of different factors just completely derailed me: struggles with severe mental illesss over a decade, a stalking and harassment conviction with collateral damages, and advancements in AI causing me to rethink my career paths entirely. I have held a total of 25 jobs in a span of 15 years, and I am currently working my 26th role (part time).

Now as it stands today at age 32, I am a nobody in society. I am at least very fortunate to be married to the love of my life and having a roof over my head (thanks to my parents), but I am reliant of Social Security Disability (SSDI) income and a part time security job that pays $16.50 an hour/24 hours a week.

I feel like I am meant for something better in life and feel lost, career speaking. I am not a homeowner, and even without rent or mortgage payments I feel financially drained and unstable. I feel I am fighting this depression as if I am not living up to my full potential. I feel this intense, prolonged burnout. I don't even know what I am passionate for anymore.

This US map shows a value in US Dollars ($) of something in each state.

What do you think each value represents?

Please vote in the poll.

The grassy area (blue arrow in picture) between the sidewalk (pavement for the Brits) and the street (road) surface creates a buffer between pedestrians and traffic while also providing room for utilities, drainage systems, street signs, fire hydrants and trees.

Depending on where you are, this area has many names.

What do you call it?

Please vote in the poll, which includes some of the names associated with this area.