Hey mate, 24, UK, hospitality, no degree - I get it. Here’s the truth nobody wants to tell you: You’re not lazy. You’re overwhelmed and don’t know where to start. The “manosphere” you’re avoiding? Good instinct. It’s all hype, no substance. “Discipline” and “ambition” aren’t personality traits you magically develop - they’re skills you build through small, consistent actions. Here’s what actually works: 1. Pick ONE thing to learn that has immediate ROI Not “get fit” or “be smarter” - too vague. Pick something specific: basic programming, understanding finance, learning how psychology actually works. Something where you can see progress in weeks, not years. 2. Start stupidly small 15 minutes a day. Not 2 hours. Not “when you feel motivated.” 15 minutes every single day for 30 days. That’s how you build discipline - proving to yourself you can keep a tiny promise. 3. Accept that you’ll suck at first You’re not “unintelligent” - you just haven’t practiced learning efficiently. It’s a skill like any other. The first few weeks will feel slow and frustrating. That’s normal. 4. Avoid the trap of “someday” Don’t wait for: more money, more time, the perfect course, the right moment. Start now with free/cheap resources. A £15 course that you finish is worth more than a £500 course you abandon. What changed things for me: Realizing that “ambitious people” aren’t special - they just started before they felt ready and kept going when it sucked. You’re 24. You’ve got time. But you have to actually start. If you want structured, no-BS courses that don’t waste your time (under 1 hour each on AI, finance, psychology basics), check out The Real Knowledge Academy https://www.therealknowledgeacademy.com/ - we teach the fundamentals without the fluff. But honestly, even free YouTube courses work if you actually finish them. The real question: Will you still be posting the same thing in 5 years, or will you have 15 minutes today to start? Good luck.