u/Argyngazinov — reddlx

I’ve read all your DMs and comments. Thank you. Honestly, I feel a lot of shame showing this, but so many of you asked about the details. This is my reality in 2026.

This is my stove. To eat and stay warm, I have to chop wood and build a fire every single day. There’s no shower or hot water here — just this bucket under the sink. The toilet is outside. Even though I’m working two jobs, I’m still barely keeping my head above water. My biggest heartbreak is that I want a family, but I can’t imagine bringing a wife or children into these conditions. It feels like a dead end.

I’m not here to ask for anything, but I’m so grateful to everyone who reached out to help. Your kindness is what keeps me moving forward right now.

u/Argyngazinov — 25 days ago

▲ 119 r/homestead

I read all your messages in my DMs and comments. Thank you. To be honest, I feel very ashamed to show this, but many of you asked for details. This is how I live in 2026.

This is my stove. To cook food and get some heat, I have to chop wood and start a fire inside it every single day. No shower, no hot water — just this bucket under the sink. And the toilet is outside. I work two jobs, but it’s still a struggle. My biggest pain is that I want to start a family, but I can't bring a wife or kids into this mess. It’s a dead end.

I’m not here to beg, but thank you to everyone who asked how to help. Your support is the only thing keeping me going right now.

u/Argyngazinov — 25 days ago

▲ 66 r/povertyfinance

I’m currently sitting here looking at a massive crack in my wall. No indoor shower, outdoor toilet, and two jobs just to keep things moving. It feels like I’m in a survival movie, but I’m determined to keep my dignity and keep fighting.

I’m not here to complain, I’m just curious about your stories. Have you ever been in a situation where everything felt like it was falling apart at once? What was the one thing that kept you going without losing your mind?

EDIT: I’ll post the photos tomorrow morning so everyone can see the actual state of this place.

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u/Argyngazinov — 26 days ago

▲ 38 r/homestead

I’m currently dealing with a massive crack splitting my house in half, no indoor plumbing, and an outdoor toilet that’s seen better days. I’m pulling double shifts at two jobs just to keep my head above water and save for repairs, but the mountain feels impossible to climb sometimes.

I’m not here to vent or look for a handout. I’m still in the fight and I’m not giving up. I just want to hear from people who have been in the trenches: how do you keep your dignity and mental health intact when you’re exhausted and your living situation feels like a survival movie? What keeps you going when the "Hard Mode" of life gets turned up to eleven?

EDIT: I’ll post the photos tomorrow morning so everyone can see the actual state of this place.

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u/Argyngazinov — 26 days ago

▲ 3 r/Assistance

I’m sitting here looking at a massive crack in my wall that’s literally splitting my house in two. No indoor plumbing, no shower, just a cold outdoor toilet and a lot of "character."

I’m currently pulling double shifts at two different jobs just to keep food on the table and hopefully save enough to fix this place before it decides to become two separate properties. It’s exhausting, and sometimes it feels like I’m running a race where the finish line keeps moving further away.

I’m not looking for pity—I’m still standing and I’m still fighting. But man, the cost of living vs. the cost of a decent roof is getting ridiculous. How do you guys keep your spirits up when the grind feels never-ending and your own home is trying to bail on you?

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u/Argyngazinov — 26 days ago