Worst month of my life - death, new job, exams and car accidents.
I suppose I am just looking for some words of wisdom / advice here.
I am 24, and up till now, life has been great and everything has went to plan. Happy, engaged, great job, house etc. I’ve worked very hard.
But, this last month has tested me like no other.
First off. I was driving and one of my tires popped. No big deal, moved on.
1 week later, I’m driving; the other tire pops. This time I was doing delivery work (second job to pay my wedding). I had to get recovery, which was very expensive.
Within 1 week of this, my dad died.
Less than 1 week after this, someone crashed into the back of my car at high speed, severely damaging my car and injuring me slightly.
I was given a courtesy car, which operates different to my usual car. At a junction, I took my foot off the break, forgetting this car didn’t have autohold like the other car, and then boom, the car bumps into the car in front . I spoke with the lady, apologised deeply and said if any issues, let me know and il pay. Weekend goes by and nothing. It looked like no damage on her end (some scratches in mine) so I thought yeah she has just left it. Long paragraph tonight. I think she’s either gonna screw me financially or to insurance. I have pleaded essentially for me to foot any bill and extra because as a driver that hasn’t been passed a year, and has been involved in 2 accidents in 3 weeks, I think my insurance are gonna go through me.
In the meantime, I’m studying for my last 2 chartered accountant exams, and am transitioning from a job I hated, to a new job.
I have kept picking myself up and putting on a brave face. But I just feel empty now. Like no matter what I touch, it becomes a mess. I can’t focus, sleep or anything.
I know this a temporary rough patch, but I’m struggling.
Posted Jul 6, 2026, 8:50 PM UTC