I recently got fired from my landscaping job just a week after starting. At 18 years old and having moved to Ireland, I was really excited about this opportunity, but things took a turn quickly. On my first day, I worked with a colleague who had no complaints about me, except that I didn’t bring lunch or water. I had just spent most of my money moving here, so I was struggling financially. However, on the second day, it started to go downhill. It was pouring rain, and I was feeling sick. I was paired with a different colleague who seemed to have an issue with me, while my first colleague was supportive and tried to help me with tasks. They both spoke little English, which made communication tough. I was accused of being on my phone during my shift, which wasn’t entirely true, but I did check it a few times towards the end. By the third day, my sickness continued, and I was still being criticized for my energy levels and phone usage. On the last day, I took breaks to grab snacks and water from a nearby store, which led to complaints that I was leaving the area too often. This ultimately resulted in my firing. When I was told by my hiring manager, I didn’t argue; I just asked if I could discuss it with them, but they refused. I’m not too upset, as I’ve already secured another job opportunity back in my home country. I just want to go home and learn from this experience.