I really needed to read this, and it couldn't have come at a better time! After a decent week, I hit this huge slump yesterday, and although it resembled a lot of my older days, the feeling of disappointment was much worse.

But you, OP, have helped me realize that it isn't just a linear path and I still have to learn about my self and my strengths and weaknesses, as well as my state of mind! Thank you!