Wingbar,
I am a low houred fatpl holder gained in May 04. I can't afford to live off an instructor's wage and build up hours due to high debts so i'm stuck with low hours until I get a flying job that pays my debts and living etc. I'm not asking for much just enough to live a pay back debts and then after experience command a better salary. Money isn't important to me but flying IS and just enjoying life to the full. I wish I could just be an instructor for now but instead I work in a different industry (which I have done for 7 years in which I completed my fatpl training at the same time) which does pay enough and I make the best of it too!. I have had a couple of interviews this year and last year but my lack of currency let me down in the sim.
It is tough I know but you must try and enjoy your life as it is for now. If in 2or 3 years time you still haven't made it do you want to look back with regrets or with good memories. Try and do other things which you can enjoy now i.e affordable hobbies, socialising with friends, play team sports, whatever floats your boat!!! Don't get me wrong flying is number one to me but it isn't the only thing in the world. Try and also get some perspective- To be an Airline Pilot, I believe is a very priveliged job and there for it should be tough to get into. But it will make it all the worth while WHEN (not if) you make it. Some people are lucky and walk straight into a job but they may not appreciate it as someone who has to try very hard. YOU WILL GET THERE I PROMISE SO KEEP THE FAITH BUT TRY TO ENJOY YOUR LIFE IN THE MEANTIME.
Hope this helps
All the best to everyone out there (like myself still) trying to get there first job.
Rgds
The Aviator1977