The Mind2Work Project has opened up new horizons for me and I now have a more positive outlook in all that I do. 

My life had been full of ups and downs and I had many problems over the years and suffered bouts of negativity and depression.   Life was never straightforward and always seemed to get the better of me.  I used to worry constantly, was very unhappy and could not settle down.  All my life, I felt undermined and let down by people and found it difficult to trust.   

I moved to Scotland from London and contacted Skillnet Edinburgh.  In the beginning I could not talk about my problems with the staff but with great patience on their part and over a considerable time, I began to feel more comfortable and at ease and felt they understood the problems I had faced.  They were there to help me. 

The staff at Skillnet Edinburgh are very supportive and totally trustworthy.  Through their compassion and understanding, they have given me the strength and courage to improve my prospects.  I have now returned to education and feel focused and motivated to work harder and be stronger in all aspects of my life.   

The Mind2work Project changed my life for the better and I now feel I can rise above the challenges life throws at me.