I lost it all, the Millions, My Family, the cars and the houses - Richard's Riches to Rags Story

Please note that at the moment Richard is overwhelmed with the positive response and offers to help him that he has asked we hold off on sharing his contact details.

I met Richard as I was refilling my car, he asked for a few coins for food. Explained that he was homeless. I then suggested we go into the garage shop and get some food. I asked him for his story as we walked and he told me he used to be a gold trader but some business moves disappointed him. He was forced to eat into his capital and now he was homeless sleeping at parks in gated communities. I suggested we go to the supermarket to get him some food for a week. the excitement on his face. He says he doesn't drink nor take drugs but does smoke ciggies. I asked that he tell his story on camera as it could be a lesson to many. He said something profound but unfortunately not on camera. He said, "making money is the easy part". Richard is hopeful besides his circumstances and that makes me happy.

We parted on hopeful terms, I got grocery for him, I gave him my voucher that Knorrox had gifted me so he can have food for the rest of the month, we exchanged numbers. I'll keep in touch with him and help where I​ can.

Remember folks it's​ not how much you make but rather how much you keep. Wealth is about sustainability.

[clonapsbethe]

Am 46 years old black guy I never owned even R5000 in my bank account.3 years ago I was homeless staying in the streets of Durban.I am working now as a gardener and studying fashion design course part-time.you must never loose hope.Never! Believe in God and yourself you will make it.

[PreeMarket]

“When days are dark, friends are few”

Powerful statement. Wish this man a strong bounce back!

[andrewshaw]

WHOEVER THAT'S READING THIS, I PRAY THAT ONE DAY YOU WILL REACH YOUR DREAMS. ALWAYS KNOW THAT THE SECRET OF YOUR FUTURE IS HIDDEN IN YOUR DAILY ROUTINE. SUCCESSFUL PEOPLE DO DAILY WHAT THE UNSUCCESSFUL DO ONLY ON OCCASIONALLY.. *which is investing persistently a little to get more*

[godfreyiga]

Here is a man at his lowest but very humble and positive, I think he will come back a strong man🙏🙏

[buhlekhamisa]

Anyone in the business development field, you need to hire this man cause he has a lot of knowledge to give to all entrepreneurs, don't be intimidated by him hire him and work with him.

[judiyahspeaks]

Sadly, family and friends are the first to turn their backs when you're seeing hard times. It's a stranger that recorded his story and it's a stranger that will pick help him up. Praying for change for Richard.

[becomingkea]

He has such positive vibes its unbelievable, may God really open doors for him.

[teneledlamini]

I got emotional here. Even family shuns a person when there is no money. This is just so sad. Thanks for being open minded Nicolette and lending Richard your ear.

[mpho]

I would really love a Man like Richard to be my Business Mentor.... This is someone who can teach you what not to do. He has some really important Life Lessons he can teach , that we can all learn from.

[BruïnGebakken]

Brilliant story! I'm encouraged by the awesome 'spirit-of-ubuntu' that's been felt on this platform! South Africans are exceptional people!

[kudzaidube]

Turnover exceeding R400m a year for 15 years to being homeless goes to show how easy money can disappear from ones hands💔😭

[tracethisspace]

'I'd like to rebuild my life. I think I still have enough fire in me to do it again. Hopefully, I'll get to do it again'.

Oh my. Thank you, Nicolette for sharing, and for introducing Richard to us. As touching and as sad as it was, I enjoyed listening to him. It's wonderful that, even after all of his setbacks at the age of 53, he doesn't seem to pity himself or play victim. He's taken responsibility for his life. I respect that.

He lost the battle, but not the war. With a mighty, enduring spirit like his, Richard will rise again.

Please do keep up posted! We'd love to see a happy ending here.

[humphreytsatsi]

This right here is the content I signed up for.

[simonkc]

That's why I respect and occasionally interact with the homeless and the veterans. We learn from everywhere and hope you pulls through his situation.

[nyikocyrilmabasa]

"Friends", There are no true friends in this world. We have "close enemies". I wish a speed recovery for this Humble Man of God

[HouseOfHostingHeaven]

This got me so emotional!!! You went all Oprah on us, we were not expecting it! #BlessYou

[lubakachingwebanda]

His story broke my heart 😭😭. He seems smart & knowledgeable. I do hope he gets another chance and things get better this time around. Thanks for sharing with us

[SuperCapuka]

Exactly I don’t care if my own family calls me stingy, you got to set yourself up before handing money out.

[mondenkambule]

This guy sounds like the Job of our time. Anything could happen to anyone. He had the choice to do the wrong things he chose not to. He will bounce back.

Stay humble my brother.

[JorgeRamos-ixjm]

Sobering. He hasn't lost his knowledge and has learned incredible lessons.