| You've already done what so many don't do: admit to their mistakes. You are right to say others shouldn't rush into quitting their day job. Anything where you have to move back in with your parents and eat your savings isn't an easy decision. It's easy to get caught up in all these success stories on TechCrunch and Hacker News, when, in reality, they are a very small percentage of people. However, nothing ventured, nothing gained. And while it hasn't worked out for you financially, it doesn't mean you haven't learnt from the whole experience. You will be wiser next time to the process of going at it alone - this isn't a bad thing. I quit my job at 23 to start my own company and, while it is for me, I think at our age it doesn't matter if it doesn't work out. I imagine it's the same for you: I have no kids, no partner, no responsibilities that require a stable income other than rent. There is no better time to experiment really. I can understand you're finding it difficult to get back into the job market: what are your skills? Perhaps we could suggest a few things? If getting your high-school diploma is important to you, think about going back to get the grades. You are older and wiser now, you will do well. We are young enough to make these mistakes. Decide what you want to do and go for it. |