Socially awkward, 0 friends from school , not born into money, (was never given an allowance or any if the sort, moved out at 17.)

Also, ive never had a high end job , unless you consider being in factories high end. My current one, maybe is moreso.

A big part is that I'm good at making people like me (insecure), working hard, and willingness to learn. That sounds boomer, but goes a hell of a long way. And again, I think its because of smaller cities. I would never live in these million person cities myself, and I probably would have no chance there.

That said that was years ago before the world really went to shit. So I'm sure its a lot worse now.

Here's a tip though, keep watch for jobs in water reclamation facilities, food processing facilities etc. They ALWAY need smart people and they have an ass ton of money they dont know what to do with. They pay good. Fuel plants too. These are jobs you probably won't see on your normal listings, and they're usually a little farther from cities. But thats what you gotta do. Get a high mpg car or an ev and do the long commute until you find something better or closer.

Youre not gonna find a great job right away, sad to say. I ive been through many shit ones. But ya know what? Any time I was going to leave, they all wanted me to stay, becuase they realized I made them more money or made their jobs easier. . By that time though the low pay was getting to me.

Obviously this isnt for everyone. But its not impossible.

Oh I saw your edit, you literally make double what I do! I guess you live above your means or a very high cost of living area then. I feel rich with what I make tbh. I dont drive fancy cars or live in a new house or have campers and toys lke that. My clothes are 15 years old. My PC is 15 years old. I shop at aldi. I also have savings and small investments. But my area is pretty lcol.

Wait, you INHERITED 150k and are complaining? Are you a troll?? If you got that much and are struggling , thats on you.