Homeless people aren't just sitting around – they actively strive to improve their lives

When I first met Daniel in front of Shoreditch High Street station in London, I didn't know how exhausting begging was. He was constantly moving, often through cold and rain. He addressed random passers-by all day long, mostly facing ignorance from their side if not verbal and physical aggression. He told me: "Many people think, that if they give, that keeps me on the street – but it really makes life bearable. It's not all about money … What I appreciate is respect. Respect and understanding make me feel like a human being."

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