What can I realistically do for a living?
Hi, I’m 17, and since my birthday a few weeks ago I’ve been spiraling almost constantly about my future. I graduate from high school next year.
I have severe depression and anxiety, and I’m currently not in therapy or on medication. When I was younger, I sacrificed a lot of my education to protect my mental health. It felt necessary at the time, but now it’s something I regret a lot.
I want to move out of my parents’ house as soon as I can. I don’t think further education is an option for me right now because I’m missing a large portion of a proper academic foundation.
My social anxiety is extreme. I’m trying to push through it, but I honestly don’t think it’ll improve much without therapy and possibly medication.
My question is: what can I realistically do for a living? What kind of field might be suitable for someone in my position? I know it’s not easy to find a stable job with minimal human contact and no experience or strong education, but asking here feels like my best shot.
Posted Mar 4, 2026, 10:38 PM UTC