"So if I make less than $4300 for this year I still can't claim myself?"
If you make less than $4300 in 2022 you can still be claimed as a qualifying relative by the person who is providing food and shelter for you, even if you are too old to be a "qualifying child," and are no longer a full-time student. See the support test linked in this thread.
"So all the tax withholding that comes out of my check doesn't go to me, why?"
You NEVER get back the amount withheld for Social Security or Medicare. If you make less than $4300, it is likely that you will get back the amount shown in box 2 of your W-2 for federal tax withheld. Your state laws regarding box 17 for state tax withheld may vary.
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