Thanks for writing this. Every paragraph felt so much like my own experience - the details are different but the feeling is the exact same. I've finally started planning and working towards my goals. When I look back at all the opportunities I let slip by, I enccourage myself by saying "past patterns don't dictate future success". So I'm creating and embracing opportunities going forward and looking to realize my self worth. Just like you. And I wish you all the success for 2025. Keep writing and building!