Me too - many times I have been with close to zero money for extended periods of time - the most recent 5 or so years included. I was a teenage runaway so I know you can live without it. I also had a few broke years in Appalachia where money is not expected from anyone.
I did have food stamps once or twice but mostly I trade for room and board. I can't get too interested in money - to my detriment, I am sure :) So far, I just keep going on in spite of it all.
Sometimes I make good money, but looking back the broke times have always been the best for me even with the difficulties. Usually poor people will help you the most and I have a lot of good memories of those times and people.
@fitinfun you are a cool person .. glad to know you.. I believe many have struggled in here and have the intellect with the knowing they are now thriving.. thanks for sharing that story in your comments.. @stellabelle has helped me a lot through reading her thoughts.. I believe everyone in Steemit has something to offer. Great we can stop the people stealing or at least make others aware of it.. time to make chai.
This is a very inspirational place for sure. Not quite the tsu experience, but I think I will keep at it :)