I have been emotionally broken down for years. I finally got the nerve to move out and it's been a battle. Dealing with the depression is hard enough in itself, but being financially destitute is the hardest. I have absolutely no family, I've been alienated from everyone for so long there is no one left in my life. I took my last 40 dollars and bought supplies to make lip balms and scrubs, put it online and I have gotten absolutely nothing from it. There was no Christmas for me, for the 4th year in a row. I don't know that else to do,I have pleaded with people online hoping they would understand the plight I have, but I have gotten no encouragement at all. What can I do? I'm one step away from being on the street and I'm not good at asking for help.

Christy: Finances are the hardest things to deal with after divorce. I suggest you get whatever help you need from disability to welfare to help from churches, public housing, the food pantry. I still shop at thrift shops. I went to the local food pantry when my ex left since I was only working part time. I also suffer from depression and have only two relatives in the area, both senior citizens. Best wishes.

You have my absolute sympathy but how on earth did you end up in a position where you relied so heavily on a man to take care of you that you only had 40 dollars left???

I see so many women in your position and its so disheartening.

I really hope that you're able to get on your feet so that you never find yourself in this position again. Best of luck to you!