ReadyAndAble

That's the truth. You've already received some great advice, Ryan. I guess I would just also say that it's important to remember that the shame and regret will not last. They will be replaced by pride and gratitude. And those kids of yours will be proud too, seeing how you faced up to mistakes, and took steps to improve your life and theirs.

Time will change how this day looks to you. I felt so low, so depressed, so scared and humiliated when I quit. Now I am grateful for those painful feelings, because they were the feelings that motivated me to change. And what at the time seemed like the worst day ever, now looks like the luckiest day ever.

It doesn't happen overnight, but uou will get there, I promise! Glad you're back.