Perhaps you are a little too hard on YC. Here's the thing: You do not need YC to succeed/make money/do great things. YC is a tool that comes with a cost (it i

Perhaps you are a little too hard on YC. Here's the thing: You do not need YC to succeed/make money/do great things. YC is a tool that comes with a cost (it is a business, after all). If you do not need that tool, then please do not denigrate those who do. Having said that, perhaps you should view this as an 8 year education in philosophy/business. Just don't become bitter or vitriolic. Rather, you should put your philosophy and ideas into motion, and in so doing fulfill the idea that you have towards success. In fact, I wish you well in your endeavors, because you, me, and the rest of the world will benefit from it. Good luck, and enjoy the ride!