Edward was just getting back on his feet after a challenging few months when tragedy struck. His car, a lifeline to his job and independence, was stolen and returned to him in a damaged state. Suddenly, he found himself pouring a significant chunk of his savings into repairs, desperate to ensure he could continue commuting to work. Now, just as he thought he could breathe again, a new weight presses down on him. He desperately needs to renew his prescription for contact lenses and undergo an eye exam, but the costs loom large. Edward’s heart sinks as he realizes he’s strapped for cash, caught in a cycle that feels impossible to break. Each day is a struggle, weighed down by the financial burden of necessities he can’t afford—all while striving to maintain his job and support himself. The world feels so overwhelming, and the worry for his future is a heavy fog that never lifts.