Your story reminds me of what happened to me in early 2020. I was laid off in February in the middle of a Pandemic with no health benefits.
Although I had no experience in Tech or analytics, I utilized my time by taking Tableau & Alteryx courses. I became certified in both and opened up my portfolio to a side-hustle. Also, I began writing and opened another form of income through Medium.
Thank you for sharing your story and the steps you took to double your income! You definitely deserve it! I hope more people read your story to inspire them to take the first (often the most challenging step).