Homeless and a Teen? How to Survive

[@msvideos234]

Homeless people need jobs. Jobs need employees with a house. It's like it's designed to fuck you over. I'm glad you're a resilient badass bitch, Stevie.

[@samjohnson4458]

The military would provide that

[@coledibiase5971]

@@samjohnson4458 Can't join if you don't have ID.

[@mmaandfightadvisor6779]

@@samjohnson4458 yes feed the war machine because the system won’t feed its people .

[@anastasiamarinkovic8501]

My parents once kicked me out, so I had to survive for 7months on my own I was 14 had no money and no clothes just the ones I had on my body and my schoolbag with my shoolshit in it, a military knife and my phone with earphones. I slept in a church on a graveyard and buses. Because I had no money I sold my calculator and sung on streets. I showered in school, done my homework there and read the books in the library. One day my teacher found me brushing my teeth in the school bathroom and asked me why I hadn't done it at home (at that time I was pretty sensitive about "home") at the mention of home I began to cry. She just hugged me and brought me to the school psychologist. She asked me what happened and after an hour or so I told her everything . They called the cps and spoke with my parents and threatened them with the curt. They immediately took me back but they still had to do the process. Now they just let me be and ignore me as much as they can👌🤷just 5 months or so and I have access to my own credit card and finally become the their consent to live on my own. BTW I live in Austria that's in Europe

[@natalia979]

_Destiny's_fault _DestinyIsABitch omg why did they kick you out

[@anastasiamarinkovic8501]

Natalia well, because they found out that I am gay 🤷

[@natalia979]

_Destiny's_fault _DestinyIsABitch ... that's why I hide my own sexuality. Take care bro, wherever you are xx

[@kathimai2661]

Hey fellow Austrian! I hope you are better now!

[@anastasiamarinkovic8501]

Natalia thank you, will do, will do. Take care too.

[@lisarinaldi7672]

My roommate was homeless and she agreed with everything you said in the video. There were two extra things she said to recommend to anyone who needs it 1. Libraries!! They're free, you can spend a lot of time there for healthy entertainment and to do internet/printing work if you don't have the resources 2. Start volunteering. I know it sounds crazy, but she said that having letters of recommendation from the places she volunteered at helped her nail a job faster since she didn't have much information with her. Plus, depending on the organization, they may be able to help you out with food and supplies. You could also meet kind people who want to help you. I sincerely hope that this horrible time ends for you all soon 💕 Thank you for this important video, Stevie

[@UrbanClimber]

Step 1 be a girl Step 2 be attractive.

[@andrewtate8007]

@@UrbanClimber well you have more chances to get raped and she wasnt able to have makup and pretty clothes when homeless lol so no

[@katrinawall4315]

PLUS! Librarians are literally trained to help you! They don’t just scan books all day! They themselves are full of knowledge and some of that knowledge could be a piece you didn’t even know you were missing

[@bakerwbakerw1209]

I was homeless as a teen in the 70's. It was because of mentally ill parents. My parents divorced and niether of them wanted to take care of their 5 kids.Our ages ranged from 8-15 years old. My mom turned into a nymphomaniac. She had men coming over constantly and was doing prostitution. All of my siblings and I experienced rape, statutory rape , molestation, homelessness and substance abuse. No relative, neighbor, teacher, church member or police came forward to help us. No one has ever come clean about what happened.. In October 2018 I was taken to a womens shelter because of calling the police about domestic abuse. The ex had bullied me for sex repeatedly for 11 years.He spent 3 days in jail but was never charged. My 5 weeks in the womens shelter was very positive and I am intensely grateful to them for helping me get back on my feet. Amanda you are a beautiful person. thank yiou for your KZbin. I love you. You are helping a lot of people. Wendy

[@fatnoot5428]

Covid 😭

[@Bubba_Lynn]

“But if you scream could someone hear you?” Broke my heart so much.

[@jammydodger1]

Stevie is an incredible human being. She's not trying to beat about the bush and sugar coat ANYTHING. She tells you how it is and tells you how to fix it, just like a friend giving advice. She straight up tells you to lie to the cops. She isn't afraid of, I don't know, people saying it's not right or "authorities" finding out. She wants to help people who need it and she has real advice because she went through the same experience. Stevie is someone I look up to.

[@stevie]

Yeah well, hopefully I don't get sued but like...kids need honesty sometimes. There is enough feel-good bullshit advice everywhere else.

[@rynrichards4980]

Stevie thank you Stevie I'm watching this on my friends phone but I absolutely loved you and this video really helped

[@erickamorgan4564]

@@stevie TO SUE SOMEONE THEY HAVE TO HAVE SOMETHING! YOU ONLY HAVE HARMFUL ADVICE. OUT ON THE STREET BEING A COPS NIECE IS VERY DANGEROUS. TO ADVISE THIS TO OTHER TEENS IS STUPID. SHOWS YOU HAVE NO REAL CLUE WHAT YOU ARE ADVISING BOUT!

[@hollyj9630]

I slept in my school's auditorium, and I got caught by a teacher who was working late, she saved my life

[@jesuuukrito8464]

How?

[@MilkySled]

Part 2?

[@shaniecegullison]

Hope she took you in

[@XoXoG]

Where were your parents

[@AmandaMuse]

This broke my heart. Also makes me want to help out some teens that may be struggling in my area. Thanks for sharing.

[@kickstartkarma69]

AmandaMuse do it we can use all the help we can get

[@nickdipaolofan5948]

@Valerie Roxanne Oh, so you initially judged me, but now you are saying we should not judge each other...........yes Jesus ate with sinners, but he also told the prostitute to "go and sin no more". You implied that I hate, but you have no evidence of this, you are simply judging me, while telling me not to judge someone else. You are a very typical liberal "Christian" where you only seem to adhere to Christian doctrine that you like, and you conveniently ignore everything else.

[@nickdipaolofan5948]

@Valerie Roxanne so you claim to not be a feminist yet you majored in a feminist women's ministries? If you read the Bible it clearly states that women are not to hold the priesthood and they are not to lead the congregation. Your comments clearly show that you ignore parts of the Bible that you don't like. Also, I highly doubt you are a conservsative. What are your views on gay marriage? Do you think gender dysphoria is a mental disorder or do you actually believe that people can "transition" to any gender they choose? So you are pro-life? would you be in favor of the Supreme Court reversing Roe V Wade? BTW, I didn't go to any biblical college, but I'll bet I know the Bible better than you do.

[@nickdipaolofan5948]

@Valerie Roxanne any man lacketh wisdom let him ask of God. James Chapter one vs 5

[@chloeoo319]

Nick DipaoloFan terrible video! Haaaaaaaa

[@Toriaelizabeth]

Another tip: hotels usually have free breakfast. you can also ask the front desk for more body soap, shampoo, etc for free.

[@a.w.8965]

and (depending on the hotel ofc) you can sometimes negotiate lower rates for long term stays

[@julas99]

breakfast are counted in your stay price lol

[@Toriaelizabeth]

Julia, bless your heart. If you’re homeless you probably can’t afford a hotel room that includes the breakfast- that being said you need food to live so pretend to be a guest of hotels and go in for 🥞

[@julas99]

I don't understand you. The breakfasts are for guests of the hotels. You always write down how many people are at breakfasts (if everyone of the guests came) I'm at school with specialisation of hotels so I know that stuff pretty well.

[@allergictoalliteration6033]

Julia I've been to some hotels where they just ask you which room number to bill the breakfast to. I'm assuming what Le'Aura means is that you could fake a room number or something but idk.

[@hhollie58]

Its crazy none of your friends parents didn't just let you stay. I had a couple of homeless friends in highschool my mom just let them crash on the couch.

[@missknisely]

Hollie And Kids for years?

[@aubreetanner9543]

That literally surprised me so much. Like I don't know anyone in my life who would react like that. I guess it's just the area?

[@frickinfrick8488]

Hollie Hulsey That part shocked me. If your reaction to seeing a homeless teenager is not wanting your kid to be around them, kicking them out of your house, or calling the cops on them, you are an absolute piece of shit.

[@haydecks3943]

I’m currently staying at a friend’s house, I am forever grateful that I’m able to have somewhere to stay so I could still attend school and still have somewhere to take care of myself. It’s not easy but I’m lucky to have someone that is willing to let me stay until my mom and I have a new place to call our home.

[@fatnoot5428]

@@aubreetanner9543 rip all of them say no for me and I live in Massachusetts

[@whuzzzup]

Me like 20 times during the video: Holy fuck. The video left me kinda speechless. /hug

[@rekamies6478]

same. just pure woah, how?

[@TheJamester74]

Rekamies yeah just Wow

[@OnusOfNous]

Stevie is the most badass person out there.

[@lazyperfectionist1]

"No one becomes homeless if there's a _better_ option." Don't I know it.

[@lazyperfectionist1]

Well, Stevie, this is one way in which I'm fortunate. Though I _have_ been homeless, it was _not_ as a teen. Unfortunately, the US is not the best place to curb homelessness, now, with every state except Vermont being a place with relentlessly climbing rent.

[@PolymorphicPenguin]

You are incredible, Stevie. I realize how lucky I am to have a roof over my head. You really humanize homelessness.

[@vanessaroldan1712]

For the first time I don't feel alone in this.

[@stevie]

[@tity8930]

Vanessa Roldan stay safe💕💕

[@jet.pack_blues5192]

Vanessa Roldan WE LOVE YOU

[@Thtkoi]

I went through the same thing and this video helped

[@alysoup4dasoul502]

Im going through this right now and it sucks but we are all surviving

[@sarat7240]

THANK YOU FOR SAYING FUCK THE POSITIVE THINKING BULLSHIT. I see so many privileged people saying that you can manifest anything bc they seem to have and that's just not the case for everyone, positive thinking may help your mental health but it's not going to stop you from starving if your bank account is empty.

[@infiny6227]

Im 17 years old now i have been homeless for abouth 1 year, it really sucks i always try to hide it but its verry hard i hope one day i just have a home to go feel safe

[@lulatissie6664]

You deserve so much better...I wish you all the best. I hope you get your life together as soon as possible. Stay strong and try harder. Lots of love

[@infiny6227]

Fannie Binbash thank you

[@martoantoniuk]

In what city are you Pizdezss?

[@sydneyreed-schall4906]

I wish you the very best. I hope you are okay 💜💜

[@rachelheselgrave7802]

I am so sorry you have had to deal with this. I wish I could give you a big hug

[@alantbaird]

Thank you, I have never, ever, heard someone advise people to lie and break the law and agreed quite so incredibly strongly. I've never been seriously homeless (and I'm a British male so the problems I face are moderately less scary and 100% more damp) but I do have some practical advice. You need an address that you can pick up mail from. Hotels are awesome for this. If you use the full address (including street number) but leave off the actual hotel name, then the person/agency you're giving it to won't know any better and the hotel will still receive it. Hotel's get a lot of mail, and they don't always know who it's for, so will store most of it for a really long time (seriously a REALLY long time). If you go to the reception desk and look even vaguely reasonable (i.e. you're not on fire or holding a weapon) the receptionist will give you your mail without even asking for ID. They couldn't care less who you are or whether you're a guest or why the mail was sent to the hotel. They just want you to go away and leave them alone. They also have zero interest in hearing your life story or creating work for themselves by asking too many questions. They don't care and (in this particular circumstance at least) that can be incredibly useful. If you do come across an arse of a receptionist, you can always make a reservation. That way you are a genuine, honest to goodness customer, and they'll HAVE to help you out. Obviously there is no need to actually stay at the hotel. You can cancel your booking (for free and completely within the hotels restrictions) and never have to pay a thing. I'd also completely agree with your recommendation to make friends with someone who works in a museum. Here in Scotland all our museums and art galleries are free and they're warm, dry and quiet and, if you can sleep while sitting upright (or make yourself look like an art installation), are absolutely perfect for napping. Last thing, while you do need, in theory, an address to get a job, most of the time no actual mail gets sent out to you. Everything is done over the phone or in person. The worst thing that can happen is that you turn up and 'haven't received' some of the paperwork they sent out. They'll just hand you a copy, not expect you to go home and get it. People are lazy and mostly uncaring. Disclaimer: As stated above I've never been actually homeless, I've always had friend's sofas (or floors or fridges) to sleep on, but I have worked as a hotel receptionist for the last 10 (ish) years and I've had people getting mail sent to us by 'accident' for so many stupid reasons that I couldn't even count. And that's just the ones who were for some reason convinced that we in some way cared about what they were doing. I've also worked in the HR department of the hotel and can personally state that no-one cares about anything that isn't going to get them personally into trouble. Don't make it there problem by telling them and everyone is happier (and hopefully more employed).

[@spammagnet9157]

This video can really impact lives. Thank you Stevie.

[@spammagnet9157]

This is a really great resource, esp. in the Seattle area: www.friendsofyouth.org/

[@bryanharoldfuller8330]

Spam Magnet yep

[@awakeforever3998]

I do voluntary work in a foodbank in the U.K. If you're homeless in the U.K. find a foodbank, go in and tell them you're homeless. They won't judge you for anything, will give you food that you can eat without cooking and will be able to give you resources/ info about other people who can help find you safe shelter and any advice you ask for.

[@nicolaclarke2581]

This video is so amazing ♥️ I didn't realise HOW lucky I am to have supportive parents

[@MrFindX]

Nicola Clarke +

[@rynrichards4980]

Nicola Clarke I totally agree with you but I did really need this video

[@camelia-idelcadi]

Nicola Clarke your profile pic looks like Jauregui 😛

[@nicolaclarke2581]

Camy Music shshskdsj my pp is me 💀 that was the best compliment I've ever received

[@camelia-idelcadi]

Nicola Clarke haha 😜

[@tjames1122]

Who came back here after watching “Weenie”??

[@vanilltwirling4737]

toAst me

[@shivalikavig985]

Me!

[@anasmith8137]

toAst me

[@kynicole]

much respect to you for talking about this time in your life and using it to help others. it's a beautiful thing.

[@alessandrapizzarulli1404]

Some parents shouldn't be parents. Simple. When someone is expecting a baby.. there should be some sorta of document to sign that guarantee to the child to stay with parents even if it comes out as gay or whateva. Cuz u can't reise a child at all if u'd kick them out just cuz u don t like the way they are. Da fuq?! If the parent refuse to sign the document the child should be support and follow by social assistents to check they r respected and treated well

[@nabranestwistypuzzler7019]

Alessandra Pizzarulli okay

[@user-uj9wc4oc8s]

@ebony b real talk

[@kaja7176]

I have amazing parents and this helped me find that out. Also, my admiration for you just tripled. You're incredible.

[@stevie]

give your parents a GIANT hug from me.

[@nickdipaolofan5948]

Hey everyone, look at this dumb Stevie Beobi get destroyed in this interview. hahaha she got triggered hard. kzbin.info/www/bejne/aoK5lJupfp6jq7s

[@rafa09617]

Stevie was so in the right walking out of that interview. The guy was rude and offensive.. he clearly had no clue about the topic or their guest. You can tell he just invited her to try to humiliate and belittle her. And who still used the word "triggered" are you 5?

[@WhimsicalNessa]

rafa espinoza I reported his comment for harassment.

[@rafa09617]

Whimsical Nessa that wont really do much but the sentiment is appreciated.

[@FckBitchzGetMula]

This is the first year in four years that I am no longer a homeless teen. It sucked but I survived and like Stevie said you're not alone❤️ Stevie you gave so many great resources and this video is amazing. Thank you 💕

[@gabbym333]

I hope you are doing better now.

[@birdsephone]

Even if you're not homeless, if your parents are abusive and neglectful, it is wise to try and get emancipated. I didn't, and now have to rely on my mother for papers to get my FAFSA sorted, and it is a bitch every fucking time. She never gets it to me until the very last second, and it ends up costing me hundreds or thousands of dollars because you lose school grand money that way.

[@mindysoccerfan]

You don't actually have to have this - most colleges negate to tell you there are other exceptions to the rule requiring your parents info. 1. Patents are incarcerated 2. Patents cannot be located (requires a lot of proof) 3. Abusive situations - I'm not totally sure what the criteria is - I was asked to right a narrative that would then be reviewed by a panel but I instead opted for a vague letter from a therapist briefly stating my PTSD diagnosis and that writing a narrative would be triggering.

[@queenn3255]

People actually disliked this? Are you fucking serious?

[@Andrea-rc1gz]

Queen N most KZbin videos have dislikes there mainly just robot accounts

[@queenn3255]

Andrea What's the point of having those? Who runs them?

[@Andrea-rc1gz]

I don't know 🤷‍♀️ back in the day it used to be worse I think pewdiepie spoke about it but even now a small youtuber with 200 views on a video still gets dislikes

[@queenn3255]

Andrea wow that sucks

[@clarafication9055]

GOOD NEWS! they changed the fafsa (college federal aid) requirements homeless teens can get federal aid and file as an independent (meaning you don't need your parents info) --> The year changes but this it what it says as of currently " At any time on or after July 1, 2016, were you determined to be an unaccompanied youth who was homeless or were self-supporting and at risk of being homeless, as determined by (a) your high school or district homeless liaison, (b) the director of an emergency shelter or transitional housing program funded by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, or (c) the director of a runaway or homeless youth basic center or transitional living program " link: studentaid.ed.gov/sa/fafsa/filling-out/dependency#dependent-or-independent

[@jacquiz.6837]

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[@nathalie12890]

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[@grangertheweasely]

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[@lois.eunice]

!!!

[@irismoralis]

This makes me realize how unaware I was of homelessness in general. And how lucky I am to have always had a good and safe home

[@abbiekit1271]

This is so heartfelt and honest and the fact that you can tell your story with confidence is a truly admirable. Thank you

[@irenelivy]

Abbie Kit She is surviver!

[@justiner.9423]

Also, most bakeries will allow you to get free small samples of pastries etc especially if you tell them that you are planning to order a big purchase and I suppose if you can find a lot of bakeries or cake shops nearby you can add up things to eat. Hope this helps...

[@molly0323]

thankyou for making this stevie i have been kicked out my house many times for weeks and not known what to do this has really helped for if it happens again love you xx

[@stevie]

Awwww Molly good luck

[@molly0323]

Stevie tysm x

[@saigej.532]

Best wishes Molly. I know I'm just a stranger, but if you ever need to talk I'm here.to.be.me on insta. I have a few other places if you actually want to take me up on this hah. Otherwise, stay safe and good luck

[@molly0323]

Saige J. tysm for the support i will definitely talk to you if anything like this happens again xx

[@paulinefarges3418]

Hello Stevie, you know i've never comment any video on youtube but seeing this video touched me a lot and I wanted to say how hard I respect you for surviving to this. I follow you on youtube from a very long time and you where one of the first person who helped me so much about beeing a lesbian and accepting this while beeing young. So I just wanted to say that you are an amazing person, and that you helped a young french girl to feel less alone and more proud. Thank you so much.

[@justCherrycake]

Pauline Farges o

[@soph7480]

woah. seeing this video and reading the comments is wild. I was never aware of how much of an issue this was. Thanks for making this. I feel so dumb for never having looked into this. But better late than never I guess. I hope all the homeless peeps find happiness and a safe place. You deserve it and more

[@SuperNovaKat64]

My mom kicked me out when I was 18. I slept on friends couches. And sometimes I would sleep near the playground. Shelters aren't very safe, but they're helpful if you need it. Also, feel free to contact me if you need help. I'm very good at resources and can probably get you help.

[@madisonjohnson5886]

Do you live in lancaster im looking for food banks that will feed youth?

[@SuperNovaKat64]

@@madisonjohnson5886 Lancaster NH?? I can help if that's where you mean

[@madisonjohnson5886]

@@SuperNovaKat64 lancaster tx

[@madisonjohnson5886]

@@SuperNovaKat64 i go to lancaster tx currently a homeless teen im staying by the lancaster rec center currently

[@Ybcjuvvie]

Help me im bout to get homeless at 18 I have a dog what do I do?

[@janemonclair1480]

Off topic but her voice is calming

[@taylorbuckner453]

This really made me appreciate how supportive my parents are I'm really proud of you that you made it though that I'm sure you have helped lots of people by making this

[@SapphicSara]

libraries are generally a pretty great resource. Lots of free entertainment while your in and you can use the Internet and printers to help get all the documents you need to fake or whatever.

[@stevie]

YES!

[@WriterNinja]

Many libraries in large cities now have full time social workers. I know. I work at libraries. If your library does not have a social worker, find a librarian to talk to. Trust your instincts. We want to help you.

[@hannahremmel9550]

WriterNinja I'm a librarian and public librarians in general are basically social workers without a degree. I've become friends with the homeless, we have food for kids/teens, we give out resources for safe spaces (both for youth and adults). I'm a youth librarian who happens to be gay and those are the youth I want to help. I live in Little Rock, AR and being a gay teen isn't easy here nor is it easy to help them. Libraries get a bad rap, but if you're a homeless teen, know that we've got you, we have your back and don't judge you. Stevie, if you read this, that's how I found your channel. Researching things teens are into (I'm fucking 28 and feel like I live in another dimension from kids 10 years younger than I am) + queer=KZbin. This was long, but I hope someone reads it. If not...no harm, right? 🤔

[@WriterNinja]

This is amazing to hear. I'm a gay woman who works in libraries, too. So glad you are out there, fighting the good fight in the arena. Thank you. xx

[@hannahremmel9550]

WriterNinja sweet! Librarians are superheroes.

[@emmashoaf4145]

I haven't gotten even half way through this video and it means so much to me because I guess I'm "homeless" I'm not really homeless I've been house jumping since I got kicked out of my house I've been on the street before then my friends took me in. Their helping me through. So thank you Stevie for this video.❤️

[@stevie]

[@emmashoaf4145]

Stevie

[@Whimswirl]

Stevie could you please making a video on surviving life without family? I'm still a teen and my parents disowned me recently. I barely have friends and my family won't be coming around. I feel super alone and I'm not sure if there's hope for me. Idk how I'm gonna live life so alone, unloved and miserable😭

[@rozennrd4802]

It's been two years... Are you alright ? I just discovered this video, but know that I care.

[@lemonypeasy315]

Are u okay?

[@momomai7761]

Are you okay?

[@vanilltwirling4737]

Are you okay?

[@mhoss9]

Its bin 3 years. I hope u are okay! I’m in a similar situation and was forced to be engaged at 14 and survived 3 toxic relationships before 25, as well as an abusive family. Now im on my own. Know that we are here for u.

[@molly-xk9bq]

I more around a lot, go to different houses, stay with my friends as much as i can, cause i hate the rough place i live in. I wouldn't consider myself homeless, but this video has helped me. My step sister died cause she didn't really stay at home and got involved with drugs. Thank you Stevie. You inspire me so much to try and be a better person

[@JennyCatt]

I honestly feel honoured to say that I've met Stevie at SITC this year and seriously my admiration for her increases more and more everyday. This is such a hard topic to talk about and I love how it wasn't sugar coated, trying to convince someone everything is gonna be sunshine and roses when that clearly isn't true ISNT HEALTHY and I'm so glad that isn't that was done here. I'm lucky enough to have an extremely loving family, we've had our fair share of problems but I've always had a roof over my head... I'm not here to show off, just to say that it will get better. I hope anyone reading this who's in a bad situation will come out of it okay, I'm sure you will. Because at the end of the day we're all very strong people. I guess what I'm trying to say here is that life may not be easy but it's possible... Everyone is so loved and I PROMISE you can do this.

[@transmogrifying]

3:55 broke me. It turned me into a bauling mess. No one should have to do that. The exploiters are disgusting

[@joannemendoza3737]

I was homeless when I was like 3 or 4 for about 7 months I don't remember that much except that I thought it was all a game and that we were camping for the fun of it with me my mom and dad and my 4 other sibling and one tent it was tight but it's better than nothing that's all I got to say. I'm so thankful now that I'm in a great school and house

[@gk37013]

Stevie, I sincerely hope you are in the process of writing your life story for publication. Also, every teen magazine and most newspapers should have a 'Dear Stevie' advice column. 😍 🤗 😘 👭 🏳️‍🌈

[@bmurphr1]

I found this video as a recommendation from another KZbinr, and I have to give my respect where respect is due and Stevie has mine. You can't even feel sorry for Stevie because even though she did have a tough few years when you look at her and see that she actually made something of herself I only see greatness and pride. I had to sub after watching this video, and even though I'm probably not in her demographic I still am able to learn from her other videos as a straight man and have a better understanding of what women might like or not like and be able to understand them better as a person (I only say women because that's my orientation...the same still applies to any and all sexes). Cheers Stevie, and this is definitely a good resource for people in your previous situation. 😎

[@tweethilder5625]

I live in Australia, 16 and moved out of the home. I moved out 7 months ago at age 15 and moved into a small flat in my manager's fathers backyard. Pressure from everyone around me to stay in school and succeed in life is hard. the first 5 or 6 months I was doing fine, I was able to support myself financially 100% and with no government help, although at the time I moved out and left home I was not eligible for any benefits. My mental health suffered but it wasn't debilitating because I had been going through depression for a number of years now. Nearly 3 months ago when I started back to school over holidays I started to struggle. Over the holidays I worked my butt off and even filled in for the assistant manager for 3 weeks... at 15?! But when I started back at school things declined quickly, I started not being able to get out of bed and motivate myself to push on, over that same holidays I was talking about I started dating this boy, who (just to make life even more comlicated) is 5 years older than me, but he has honestly been my saving grace. even before we started dating he had been one of my best friends for a year before hand and helped me through leaving home. Anyway, so I started to struggle with life, I started missing days at school, which is something I have never ever done, and it got to the point a few weeks ago where I was dragged balling my eyes out to school, I had been crying the night before and at the end of that day I am pretty sure I was severly dehydrated from crying. I had to then go to my job that afternoon and make it through a 6 hours shift. And I hate my job, and the place I work right now is affecting my menatl health greatly. I have dropped down from 5 shifts a week to 2 or 3 which has been really hard on me finacially and I have started to rely on the people who took my in for money, which I hate doing. They are 2 more people who have saved my life and I can't thank them enough for it, but I am still homeless. Because although I have a roof over my head, I can't get comfotable here, it doesn't feel like home but it feels so out of place for me. I cannot afford to go and get professinal help so I have to try and fix myself, and now I have to move again. Thank you stevie for sharing your story, I have been watching you for ages and it is so nice to hear someone who can relate to my story. and I hope that the people who have watched this video and realise that sometimes a homeless person is not an old man who smells and has worn clothes...

[@freyalouise8247]

this made me cry. I get so worked up and stressed over the smallest of things, I really don't know how I would survive in that situation. I'm so sorry you had to go through that. I wanted to reach through the screen and hug you. You are the most resilient person I know of.

[@flocurlz8069]

Didn't u take miles in when he got kick out . U so good Stevie

[@moltenkitty7157]

Flo Curlz She did.

[@raspberrytaegi]

Omg, cool!

[@Coco-yy5pw]

Wait when?!?! HOW don’t know this. Shocked. Wow and I love her lots more.

[@brimonster8921]

hi stevie, im not sure if you'll see this but i wanted to thank you. thank you,thank you, thank you. Ive been watching you for a long time now but this video REALLY hit me hard. I was in anorexia/self harm/PTSD treatment and have been out for sometime now. I went from 66-98 pounds. I recently left my house and wasn't sure what to do or where to go because of abuse. I wanted to thank you for talking about this because it feels like no one else does. you help me feel less alone. thank you stevie, i love you and ill always be a fan of yours!! - Bri

[@kelseyhymel3990]

Insanely informative

[@chloew.2861]

How so?

[@qveenkate5218]

eolhc What do you mean? She gave so much information

[@chloew.2861]

Qveen Kate wait I read her comment wrong sorry lol

[@amydebuitleir]

In addition to staying in school, study hard to get the best grades you can. If you're a good student, people will go a long way to help you.

[@august7883]

you don't have to if you don't want to but will you ever tell us why you became homeless?

[@GavinENupp]

shes gey

[@natalia979]

Gavin Nupp and it was the reason?

[@agentunicorn0077]

Sidney Hill no, an orphan

[@aubreetanner9543]

The way she talked about her parents being shitty people made it sound like they may have kicked her out because she was gay, but idk. She never explicitly said it. She also took Miles in when that happened to him, so it would make a lot of sense.

[@aubreetanner9543]

Tesla R Arteaga Oh yeah she said her mom wouldn't let her evacuate with her. I didn't connect that at first, but that's probably why.

[@hatty7090]

Holy shit respect just multiplied by 100 for Stevie. You are a freaking beacon of hope for so many people

[@julia_bailone]

My God, I would have never imagined this. I wish I could hug you right now.

[@aris6756]

Although I have never been through any of those things I've always felt compelled to help homeless children and teens, down here in Miami there are sooooo many homeless people. The first time I went to a shelter to volunteer I was shocked at how many children lived there! I'm really happy you survived and are here now to make wonderful videos, but also sad and annoyed you had to go through all of that for such a long time. Our system fails every time even though it's their job to help children and teens.

[@chealinsin]

love you, stevie! ❤️

[@Enthusiast8046]

Wow Stevie. For an ex homeless teen, an orphan, and so many other trials that you've survived, you have an incredibly amazing vocabulary and such an insanely likable personality and persona.

[@dilandogan207]

I was homeless ones, I was 11 years old and I just had enough with my family so I decided to get away from them, and I lived in the streets for about 2 years. And after 2 years a middle aged woman wanted to help me and I thought she looked familiar, I lived with this woman 4 years without knowing that she actually was my sister. I realised that she was my sister when she introduced her mom to me. And that was my story

[@yungright1225]

Dilan Dogan i

[@anitasushi]

sure, jan

[@harperleighx]

Stevie could you make a video on some of the abuse you went through if you feel comfortable? I find so much comfort in your videos and I think you have an amazing perspective looking back on the horrible things you've gone through. Your voice is so refreshing and comforting. Think about it!

[@badass-chickoneofakind4216]

You've been helping a lot of people and very thankful that you do. Everyone needs a helping hand every once in awhile and your guide posts is something that your followers take into consideration. Continue being that voice, we love to listen and learn from your wisdom! Peace out 🤘😎

[@joshuamckillop5806]

Watching this in a shelter... Thank you Steve ❤️

[@cherrydoll9755]

Thanks Stevie, write a book about your life. i wanna know more

[@meaganbush2772]

1. I am so sad that this video had to be made, but I'm so glad you made it. Sometimes I think it is easy to over look that just a roof over our heads makes all the difference in the world. 2. Who finds out their kid's friend is homeless and calls the cops? I would be like OMG love, I'm making you supper!

[@gabrielledean-borton7760]

This made me cry and remember when my mom kicked me out for being gay. School advice is so real. The system is fucked.

[@soleilprivyet5365]

You are amazing, Stevie. I can't even begin to comprehend how strong you are for overcoming everything you went through. You're such a role model. 💖

[@wdk7432]

OMG this breaks my heart. Thanks for making this video Stevie. I can't believe how strong you are. Gives me hope and strength to find my demons as well. ❤

[@lanceblackwood2659]

Truly appreciate how wholesome Stevie is, extremely well rounded individual.

[@Sophie.L.H]

You're legit one of the strongest people I know of. Love you Stevie!

[@Uumakemes1ck]

I am 17 it’s been almost 2 months since I’ve been homeless couchsurfing. I had to run away from my abusive mother. it has been hard trying to find a job and pay for things I need. It’s also been hard trying to relate to pretty much anyone around me as they all have homes and families but this video made me feel less alone and less like a bad person for the things I do to survive. This also brings me hope that things will turn out okay if someone else got out of teen homelessness and came out okay. I want so desperately to have my own safe space soon.

[@rory3155]

Please make a video on how you went from homeless to how you live now x

[@moonchild_gen]

The fact that people will kick their kids out is ridiculous. Smh .... should never have kids if you can’t support them, and it doesn’t stop at age 18!!! I’m so proud of you for making it that far and helping others. You are strong. This also helped me realize A LOT and how fortunate I am. Thank you. Stay blessed babe.

[@kimw8056]

In San Antonio, TX there's a ministry/ charity that is phenomenal. Not only do they provide you with food (and a huge list of outside resources) but they also allow people to use their address for job applications, getting your ID, etc. And they provide hot showers. We need more places like that. Also, there's a LGBT youth center for homeless youth.

[@igotthegoodstuff2692]

We need more KZbinrs like you. No watering down info, no beating around the bush. Blunt, honest, and helpful.

[@rorysky8103]

U inspire me so much Stevie!! It's really brave to talk about urself like this!

[@ARMORDOGTHELEGEND]

Stevie, thank you. I have no words, and I can't thank you enough for making this video. Keep being the amazing and wonderful person you are.

[@shakahbrah7934]

Stevie is incredible. I truly hope what she said improves tons of homeless kids' lives. Jeez I'm literally researching local soup kitchens right now.

[@dakotaj-l9769]

I've never come across a youtube video talking about this, but its so so important. A lot of people forget that this is an issue, and to see someone talk openly about it, and share tips on how to get through it, is really awesome. Especially someone who's been in that situation themselves, and who really gets it.

[@MyNamesChai]

wow, this video is so well said and useful for people. good job being a good egg!

[@tristendavis9134]

Thank you so much for this video. I was kicked out when I was sixteen and I went through a lot of the same things you did and it is comforting to know that the way I handled things wasn’t bad. I’m 19 now and going to college and i agree, school and staying away from drugs was what got me through that situation. I was able to get assistance to pay for college but it took a lot of work and a bunch of letters from community members testifying that I was homeless. Thank you again for your video

[@nateslovebug]

Oh... my... god! If one of my kids' friends was homeless, I would do what I could to help them! WTF, people! This isn't just a hypothetical situation for me, either. I have a second brother because the day my friend graduated from high school his father kicked him out (before he even turned 18!) and my parents took him in. Now that I'm a parent, I would do the same for my childrens' future friends (both are too little to havefriends yet). At least until they got their feet under them. Also, when we were just starting college, but both had parents that made too much to qualify for financial aid but not enough to actually be able to afford it, the only reason my best friend abd I didn't get married on paper for that assistance was that I was already actually engaged to my wife. A marriage license is only a contract, legally speaking, and in most states, you can get a no fault divorce pretty easily once you get your education. Marriage can be a beautiful thing, but it can also be used to your advantage if you do have someone you trust to go in with you. That's the tricky part, though.

[@potatobea]

I'm not homeless, but things are pretty scary at home , but this made me realise how bad it is for some people. I'm grateful for still having a shelter and food. But this makes me want to help the homeless teens , but here in my country it's not quite common, unless the teens run away, no parent normally kicks them out, for whatever reason. But other bad things do happen, and I wish I could help. When I grow up, I wish I will be able to help people.

[@FelixFelicis4]

Stevie you are beyond special, you're videos save people's lives. Thank you so much, I love you.

[@gurshaan237]

+++

[@dutchie444]

This is such an old video but id like to get on here and say I wish I found this when you posted it, I lost my dad in 2018 while I was 15 my older brother who was an addict took my dads house over and his money and kicked me out with nothing but the clothing on my back. In Canada (where i live) legally your parents have to look after you until you turn 18 or you become a product of the system. You cannot become your own guardian until 18, after already losing my mom as a kid with no other family and just finding my dad passed away, 15 year old grieving me continued going to school, slept couch to couch then I found an opportunity to move across my country after being on the streets and living EVERYWHERE and not once even looked at from child services, I moved 40 hours away got two jobs and continued going to school. I am on my 9th highschool currently. I moved back to where I came from and I am now 18 - as of this month with my own apartment, graduating next year with a vehicle that I pay for and bought myself. I felt like I had nothing, I lost the one person in my life and everything went south but if you don't fight for yourself, or advocate on becoming better and getting yourself out of it, you just won't. Staying in school is so important, surrounding yourself with people who uplift you, help keep them around. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for shedding a light on this topic. Also if anyone has made it this far, a huge tip to anyone to keep going in life when everything feels like to much.....move in silence. You have YOU at the end of the day.

[@katieodowd650]

Stevie you are absolutely AMAZING, this really shows how far you have come♥️ I love your honesty, and how you are so straight up and tell people what to actually do without sugar coating it. Love u Stevie x

[@KatRose]

Thank you for sharing this. My family went through a similar experience. We only endured the struggle for a short time period (6 months), but it was enough to put life into perspective. I'd just like to say - there are resources, and people willing to listen. Find out as much as you can about local support. There is no shame in asking for help. As hard as it can be to 'stay positive', and as 'real' as the world forgetting about you may feel, rise above it. You are so, so valuable. Much love.

[@evajji1976]

This is so insanely informative! You never know when you need something like this, this is why we love Stevie :)

[@veronicag6093]

Wow... This is so real! I want to cry. I can't even imagine how many people you have helped or are helping. Thank You for being the change.

[@thijs7615]

Wow I didn't know this. Good that you tell!💖

[@mrpotatoheadmonster]

This was the most important video I've ever seen. It really hit home on my experiences, and I never realized someone I already look up to might be gone through similar stuff. Schools starting again for me soon, but after a long summer it's pretty hard to stay motivated, and this video helped reignite that motivation. Thank you Stevie, I cannot express just how important you and this video are to me. I'm gonna keep going strong ❤

[@patelricha703]

hey . I have lots of respect for you . for making this video . I never knew that this smiling face have suffered a lot . lots of love 😘 God bless you .😇

[@kels9089]

One of the most honest and heartfelt videos I've ever seen on KZbin. Sending lots of love your way Stevie 💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜

[@ilovejakedarkmoon]

I love you stevie💙 youre so stong

[@rae5063]

For all teens ,kids , adults who are being abused. Stay strong , it's better to leave than to continue suffering . 1.Find your nearest homeless shelter 2. Find a food bank 3. If your old enough to work please try and find a job

[@belsnow1158]

Thank you for this I'm planning on running away after the coronavirus is cleared up

[@rae5063]

@@belsnow1158 good luck . Stay strong

[@romanadias1824]

Pequena Stevie💙 Cada concelho q vc deu, cada história q contou, pude me identificar... é como se a cada passo q vc deu, eu estivesse andando com você. Obrigada!

[@shelbya.leonard6478]

This is a video that I won't need in my life as a minor, and almost definitely will not need in my life as an adult. However, I watch Stevie (who's amazing and beautiful and incredibly strong) and particularly this video because I have incredible respect for the fact that she is not putting on the mask of other KZbinrs. She is saying, "this is my life, and it has sucked at times, but this is how you can get through it." She's not telling you that positivity is the answer because it's not and it takes real ovaries to say that. She's giving us real answers to real problems. Mad respect and love for you Stevie.

[@juliacosta7003]

You're so special to us, I hope you know it.

[@MarvinTheMusicMan]

Holy shit Stevie. I doubt you'll see this but just wanted you to know how it affected me.... I first watched this 3 weeks ago (September 2019). I live in Manchester, England and am pleased to say that I have never been homeless. HOWEVER, as a result of this video I am now a volunteer worker for an organisation that helps homeless teens with food, clothing, beds etc, along with help & advice. More power to you Stevie xx

[@stevie]

Oh wow thank you so much for telling me how this video influenced you to help others. wowowowo

[@ArielWagner1234]

I hope you weren't homeless because of who you love. It's bad enough to be homeless because you couldn't afford essential things let alone being homeless because you like the same sex. Never felt so lucky and I feel horrible because of that. Love you Stevie.

[@kim-xn1qu]

Ariel Wagner im pretty sure that isnt the case, bc i feel like i remember her saying she didnt know she liked girls until she was 19, but im not sure

[@brittany7802]

Wow. With every video I've seen from Stevie over the years I just become more amazed with how much she cares about people. But like, everybody. It's not about her subscribers or only people who identify as gay or only people who identify as straight or even just a specific gender. She cares about every single person. And that's so rare. Genuine concern and care is so so rare to find in a person. Thank you for caring about people. 💛