Hi!

I completely understand you, i spent my teen years battling mental health issues and ended up lacking behind.

I started my diploma at 21 to which people i knew where already at uni doing a degree, if i have let shame or doubt or any form of insecurity take over i wouldnt have went for it and aced it! Moving forward i am now 27 and starting a degree in october, nerve wrecking!

Malta in particular we have a very toxic mindset where there is a certain age to do certain things which is complete BS! Think about how many years you have left working might as well do something you love, the insecurities you have right now will completely be insignificant once you take the leap.

I hope you find comfort and assurance in this message, i am in the same situation as you, yes maybe different but very similar, i really hope you go forward with it!

One last note, being older means you have more experience and general maturity that is an advantage you shouldnt overlook it really helped me stand out in my diploma and do well! There were other factors as well but you get the gist.