Life was chaos for me years ago, which I'm sure many of you can relate to. I was jumping from job to job in hopes of making more money, but they were all without purpose for me. My sister told me she was pregnant back in late 2008 and I was in complete shock, but it kind of gave me a kick in the butt. I re-enrolled in school to finally complete my degree I started so many years ago. I finally graduated in 2012 and my nephew was able to come to my graduation. Prior to him being born, I felt I had no purpose in life. What's the point? But he gave me some reason to live. Someone that looks up to me. And now I have the job I love and can hopefully retire here. At the end of the day, everything happens for a reason and you never know when things will turn around.
Personally for me, I wrote down everything I wanted to accomplish bit by bit. I didn't have them all at once, but as I accomplished each one, I had another one to reach. Being able to see it in writing makes a big difference, because then you know what you want to work towards.
I'm not sure if this answers anything, but I truly wish you the best in your future plans, goals, and wishes. Take care.

Oh yea, I'm 33..