It's always good to stay motivated no matter the negative circumstances around you. I am so glad you never gave up.

Good enough you joined steemit and are now in a much better position to make some good dollars here on this platform.

Since you are still new on this platform. I would therefore advise you to introduce yourself in the steem greet community.

Checkout this sample post and do the same.
https://steemit.com/hive-172186/@marjor/introducing-myself-on-steem

Don't forget to mention me in your post. I will be so glad to support and help you in your journey on the steem ecosystem.

All the best