I have been homeless with 2 children and never sought help though begging. I think it's a cultural thing, I've never been on government assistence either. I just doubled down and plowed through my issues and did what I had to do...
Being poor has nothing to do with beng rude, scamming and manipulative ;-)
I only flag at 1% and most figure out asking for votes/follows and commenting withot translating and reading the article is wrong. Especially when I split my rewards with my voters and commentars. I even check out blogs and give the really good ones a votebot bid....
People say it is easy in America but if you live in rural America there is very little help, we have what you call rugged individualism. If you read our constitution it is easy to see why!
I admire your strength and courage @reddust.
Maybe we could be friends and talk more if you wouldn't mind.
I'm on discord, steemit chat, telegram, facebook and whatsapp. You can choose anyone you would prefer.