leaving appalachiaYoung and trying to escape
#RI-6a0e96f1·6 months ago·
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“Want to leave rural Appalachia and start a new life”
What Actually Happened
Grew up in poverty with mental illness in family, now working at a warehouse and trying to save money to leave
What I wish I knew
"How to develop social skills and plan for the future"
Advice to Someone Facing This Now
If I could tell you one thing
"Don't give up on your dreams and keep working towards a better life"
Regret Index
8/10
Clear regret.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
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