A 19-Year-Old’s Plea for Forgiveness and a Second Chance at Life

My name is Charbel, and I’m 19 years old. I never thought I’d find myself in a position like this, reaching out to strangers for help. But life has a way of teaching us lessons the hard way, and today I’m learning one of the most painful yet humbling lessons of my life.

A few days ago, I made a decision I will regret forever. My cousin, the person who has supported me through thick and thin and who’s been paying for my university tuition, entrusted me with a crypto wallet. In a moment of foolishness and desperation, I sold a portion of his holdings, believing I could grow it through an investment. I was wrong. The investment plummeted, and I lost 60% of what I took.

Now, I’m left carrying the crushing guilt of breaking my cousin’s trust and the fear of losing my education because I cannot repay him. I can’t eat, sleep, or think clearly. All I can feel is regret and the deep desire to make this right.

I’m not here to make excuses. I take full responsibility for what I’ve done. What I need now is a chance—a chance to fix this, to rebuild what I’ve lost, and to prove that I’m better than this mistake.

My goal is to raise $1200 to restore my cousin’s funds and ensure that I can continue my education without further burdening my family. I’m asking for your kindness and understanding because this is not just about money—it’s about repairing trust, redeeming myself, and holding on to the dreams I’ve worked so hard for.

Your generosity, whether through a donation or simply sharing my story, could be the light that guides me out of this darkness. I will carry this act of kindness with me forever and strive to pay it forward in the future.

From the bottom of my heart, thank you for taking the time to hear my story. You have no idea how much it means to me in this moment.

P.S.
I’ve marked this campaign as urgent because time is working against me in two critical ways. The tokens I sold from my cousin’s crypto wallet are steadily increasing in value. This means that if I delay repaying him, the amount I owe could nearly double, making it even harder for me to fix this.

Additionally, I have a Spring tuition payment due in just 10 days that I cannot afford on my own. If I cannot repay my cousin soon, I’ll have to ask him to cover my tuition, which feels unbearable after the mistake I’ve already made.

Your support means more than you can imagine—it’s not just about helping me financially, but also giving me the chance to regain trust, continue my education, and rebuild my future.

Sincerely,
Charbel