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Transitioning From Living On The Streets

Steve joins Ann in his second soul-to-soul, to discuss the transition of moving into a house after living on the streets. We discover the unexpected challenges Steve has faced having a permanent address and how he feels we can best support those in a similar situation.

If you are interested in hearing the insights shared at a particular point in the video, please skip ahead to the times below:

00:03 - Steve answers Macy's question from our previous Soul-to-soul interview, 'What is the best thing that has ever been given to you while you were living on the streets?'

To watch Macy's full Soul-to-soul chat with James click here.

01:00 - What does Steve feel are the main differences between living on the streets versus living in your own house? Are there pros and cons of both?

03:12 - Having a house does not necessarily mean you are healthier in your mind and body. Steve explains that the simplest way to begin looking after yourself is to start with the basics.

04:15 - After a limited diet, while living homeless, Steve describes finding enjoyment in the kitchen.

05:20 - What does Steve's daily routine look like now he's off the streets?

06:47 - Getting financial help and advice when you start a new chapter in your life with new responsibilities.

08:18 - From someone who was raised in Foster Care, what is the first thing Steve would change about the system?

11:15 - The best way to deal with a problem? Asking for advice from someone who has dealt with the same issue.

14:30 - Why we should make helping others the norm in our day-to-day life.

16:00 - Dealing with loneliness and isolation, especially during a lockdown.

18:00 - Does the standard home environment stop people from being fit and healthy?

19:30 - How can we make things easier for those transitioning from living on the streets to their first house?

Special thanks go to Steve for sharing his knowing in this soul-to-soul discussion.

If you would like to listen to more of Steve's experiences while living homeless, you can watch his previous soul-to-soul discussion 'Living On The Streets'.