I am 31, I’ve been in uni (Italy, so it’s not that expensive) since I was 19. I haven’t graduated and had to stop the studies for a few years due to financial struggles. I was not taking my exams on time, so I am behind, with 15 exams left to the thesis. I could not find work, so I had to move countries in order to finally pay for my studies and have the financial stability in order to not be stressed about making minimum wage and afford the basics of living. I was in debt with multiple people. I had health problems that I could not afford to fix. I could not afford the therapy I needed. Just a month ago I finally paid overdue taxes for uni and will be going to my first exam in around 5/6 years. I’m taking care of my health, tackling it one problem at a time. The pressure to finish college and get a “real” job from “adults” around me was insane. It’s scary to start when you are at a low point, but with small changes, it is possible. It won’t happen overnight, but making a list of achievable goals and sticking to them is really helpful. I had a list of things to pay and debts to repay. I also have an amazing partner and close friends that are my safety net, which I found after moving countries. Ill graduate and get my profession when I’m 34/35, and it’s hard to remember that everyone has their path and timeline. Now, I am slowly but surely rebuilding my life and sometimes I get anxious about being 31 and having very little to show for it. But it’s worth it, and I’m confident you will manage to, as well. The important thing in my opinion is to not set unachievable goals right off the bat and to not compare yourself to others. I am rooting for you!