At 38 I had a home of my own, a lot of unfinished education but no university degree at all. Finally with the support of my folks I entered law school, graduate

At 38 I had a home of my own, a lot of unfinished education but no university degree at all. Finally with the support of my folks I entered law school, graduated at 43 (here it's a 5-year degree with thesis) summa cum laude, got my master's degree, and entered academia as an university professor. I'm 52 now and while life is not perfect, it's much better than it used to be before that turining point. As long as you are alive and moderately well, any day is good for a fresh start. The important part is to keep advancing towards your goal. If you do that, every day is going to place you a little bit closer to that. Even though you don't feel like it, you'll eventually get there. I encourage you to take stock of your potential and realize it and wish you the best.