A few years ago I lost all of my money and belongings. It’s a very long story but basically, I trusted the wrong person. I believe in helping others and I tried to help someone whom had fallen on hard luck. The situation turned into a nightmare. I was threatened, beaten and tortured by him. Finally, I was kidnapped and had to make an escape. I contacted 3 Law enforcement agencies, but we were unable to track down my “friend”. I am still recovering from the trauma. I started to build my finances, but I have had many setbacks, including thousands for car repair and a fraudulent service warranty. I had to pay $6,000 for a settlement with the I.R.S. I also payed off many credit cards that my “friend” had fraudulently charged.
I am currently going to psychotherapy. I was diagnosed with PTSD. I do yoga, meditate and get massage to deal with stress. I go on daily hikes and try to eat very healthy. I study supplements and take a large array for optimum health. I have been sober for 7 1/2 years. I had developed a severe problem with alcohol during my traumatic period with my supposed friend and even used methamphetamins for several months.
Over a lifetime of weightlifting, I injured my shoulder several times. I injured it again during my traumatic period and this time it was severe. It slowly got better over the years, and physical therapy helped a great deal. I was back to doing pull-ups, push-ups and rowing exercises. 3 months ago, I woke up one morning and I could hardly move my arm. work had been very stressful for many months. The store was losing money and the new manager demanded 110% effort from everyone at all times. I came in hours early to make sure I got my job done and re-doubled my efforts. He became abusive in his demands for perfection, and I felt exhausted both mentally and physically almost constantly. All my past trauma was re-triggered again. My mind, body, and particularly my shoulder, had reached their limits, and I requested a leave of absence.
During the last three months I consulted an orthopedic surgeon. I believed I had to have surgery for my shoulder to function again. I got an MRI and found out there was extensive damage to my shoulder. There were many torn muscles and the rotator cuff was destroyed. I got an injection of Cortisone and began a course of physical therapy. I still may need surgery, but I will do my best to strengthen my shoulder to a functional level.
The last three months have helped restore me mentally and physically. I researched resources to help during my recovery from surgery, if needed. Unfortunately, I went thousands of dollars further into debt. My total debt is over $26,000. I am underwater over $10,000 on my car and have $10,000 in credit card debt.
Any donations will help me on my road to financial and physical recovery. I donate to many non-profits now and my goal is to start a foundation for the homeless.
You can donate at: paypal.me/conzon1
I greatly appreciate your help.