I’m a young-looking 40-year-old woman in Belgium who worked part-time as a prostitute years ago to pay for my education. Now, however, I’m suffering from physical disabilities due to two severe auto accidents; these make it difficult to hold down a “normal” job, so I’m thinking of going back to prostitution. I always liked it; I’m a very sexual person and it made me feel good. But this time, I don’t want to work for anyone else, but as an independent; I just don’t know how to start. What do you think?
I think if you still feel comfortable doing the work, there’s no reason for you not to return to it; many women go in and out of sex work at different times in our lives, as our needs change. Sex work is legal in your country, and the flexible schedule makes it especially good work for women with health issues that would interfere with a “straight” job. Since as a sex worker one sets one’s own schedule, it’s easy to work around doctor’s appointments & times one knows tend to be problematic; for example, if you hurt more in the morning you can simply refuse morning appointments. And once you’ve got regulars, you’ll even be able to reschedule appointments if you feel bad that day. I’m afraid I can’t really give you advice on working in Europe because I never have; however, I’d suggest you search Google for escorts in your city, and that will show you the top local advertising sites. You might also consult with the sex worker support organizations in your area. Good luck, both with your health & with returning to work! 
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