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How am i suppose to earn money if im limited on what im able to do? (leminal.space)
submitted 6 days ago by GrumpyCat@leminal.space to c/autism@lemmy.world
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Im going to rant a tad bit, but i could use some advice.

I cant really get a job because i cant drive and there are no buses (not like i could afford a bus anyways). I also have to stay at home with family because they have health issues and im paranoid. I want to be self employed but honestly im not sure. IM not even sure what i could do for self employed sense im broke and a young adult. I would likely be better off with a job but i cant go out and get one. Its like i want a hobby but everything i want to do requires money or something of that nature.

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[–] _haha_oh_wow_@sh.itjust.works 9 points 5 days ago* (last edited 5 days ago)

Consider !micromobility@lemmy.world for transport solutions (my primary transportation is a bicycle even though I can drive and have a car).

As for finding work, figure out what you can do/are good at, and learn to do it well. For me, it was IT, but I've known people on the spectrum in all sorts of fields from photography to administration. You just have to find a thing or things that you like/can tolerate, then start networking/working your way in however you can. Certifications, trade schools, or even maybe just starting out with a hobbyist group - whatever you can do to distinguish yourself, learn, and connect with other people in the field.

There may be resources or groups either from the government or private organizations that can help you, but it can depend on where you are. Not a strict necessity but it could be helpful.