I remember reading that we are all worthy because we are all human beings. No one is better than anyone else, no matter their situation or what they have. You deserve the food stamps. You need them right now. Don't let anyone feel badly about them. As long as you're genuinely not purposefully ripping off the system, you have a definite right to them. That's what they're for. I went yesterday to register for therapy and it's official - I'm a charity case. I'm fortunate to get it free. I felt a little badly about it at first because I know someone has to be paying for it somehow. But I'm suffering daily and have been for months. I need it, and I'm taking it and am so grateful. Just hoping it will help, and maybe I can return the help somehow one day. I know the looks hurt when you feel like you know what they're thinking, but you don't for sure. Just remember that "What they're thinking is none of my business" and carry on the best you can. It's none of their concern.