I'm a man nearing 32 and have this frustrating habit of starting things and then stopping. It's gotten to the point where I struggle to keep a job. I've been job hunting for so long that I can't even fake enthusiasm anymore. I look deadpan or downright miserable, and now even interviewers are picking up on it. The constant rejection and the feeling of being stuck in a rut have taken a toll on me.

Despite these challenges, I find comfort in my workouts and the slow progress I make in the library. I'm taking a step back by returning to school with just two online courses this semester, but I'm determined to turn things around. I'm not a failure, I'm just on a journey to fix my life.

One thing I've decided is that I want to become an art therapist. It's not the ideal career path if you want to make a lot of money, but I'm choosing it as a challenge for myself and a way to heal.

I keep hearing conflicting things about the economy, like some say it's bad right now, others say it's the best its ever been. I read that millennials and Gen Z are struggling, but then I see plenty of young adults living in apartments, owning homes, and driving around in cars.

Honestly, I can't tell what the state of the world is outside of what I see on the internet. But I'm tired of using our current age as an excuse. I'm tired of excuses in general. And most of all, I'm tired of babying myself.

I'm reaching out to those with experience in career transitions and personal development, because I value your insights. Please, help me figure out what steps to take next.