Five years ago, I came to the Philippines with dreams and hopes, thinking I could make a fortune in the gambling industry, return home in glory, and provide a better life for my family. However, five years have passed, I haven't made any money, the industry has become increasingly difficult, and now I've even lost my job. The money in my account won't last a few months. If I go back to my country, I don't know what I can do; staying here, I have no direction, feeling completely hollowed out.
Actually, my family has always thought I was doing well. Every time we video chat, I smile and say everything is fine, only sharing good news. My parents even think I've saved quite a bit of money. They asked me before if I wanted to buy a house in my hometown. Relatives and friends also think that "going abroad, I must be making money," but only I know how miserable I really am.
To be honest, staying in the Philippines is meaningless. The industry is not doing well, policies have tightened, many companies are starting layoffs, and even if I find a new job, the conditions are hardly satisfying. I dare not go to other places in Southeast Asia either. Cambodia, Myanmar, Laos— the news is full of kidnappings and murders. Going there is almost like a death sentence. Thailand and Vietnam are just as risky; the government's crackdowns are getting stricter, living in constant fear.
I also want to return to my country, but the problem is, what can I do there? After five years in the gambling industry, I can't even write a proper resume. Who would dare to hire me if I go back? My family thinks I've made a lot of money. If I really go back, how can I explain coming back empty-handed? Returning and being dependent on my parents is too shameful. Looking for a job, my industry experience is useless; these years are like wasted.
Every day I'm anxious, the future is unclear, I can't sleep at night, and I don't know what to do during the day. Are there any brothers who have experienced this situation? How did you get through it? Or is there any good advice? I'm really struggling to hold on.
Just got laid off, feeling lost.
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Think about why you were laid off; in the end, it's just that your abilities were not up to par.
The entire chess and card project has been disbanded; it's not that I'm not capable, right?
Just like you, I've been gambling for years and haven't made any money.
You are much luckier than those who got electrocuted in the park, sighing and lamenting.
In this day and age, everything is difficult, gambling doesn't make money, it's hard to find a job when returning to the country, life is just a vicious cycle.
Go to Malaysia for a visit, it's better there.
A few guys I know fled to Malaysia, but they didn't end up well. Some were scammed out of their flight money, others were exploited by shady companies that withheld their salaries. Now, they all regret it.
First, understand that you are just being laid off, not that the industry is doomed, nor is your life over.
Go anywhere you dare not, go to Africa, it's safe there.
Now they are sweeping everywhere over there, bro.
You can contact former colleagues or bosses to see if there are any reliable new job openings. Don't search blindly on your own, as it's easy to fall into traps.
As the saying goes, a pitiable person must have a hateful side, and I see that in you.
My friend went to Cancun, Mexico without any worries despite all the fears.
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