This is the way! I was 26 with a cocaine problem when I started my first job in my current career. $12.50 and hour, I never stepped foot in college. I will make over $320k this year. I own multiple homes and all the toys you can think of, all paid for, no financing except the homes. The difference maker was meeting my wife. Once I met her, I knew she was special, she had her shit together. She made me want to have my shit together and make her proud of me. I mentor underprivileged teens now, I tell them that choosing your friends and the right partner are the most important decisions you will make in your life. Stay strong, you’re still young enough to make all the right adjustments to have a beautiful life.