Originally posted on 08/28/2013:

Quote Originally Posted by billysink View Post
No shame Fringer. Takes a big man to admit to himself a problem. This shit ain't for everyone. It is a grind for the best and worst of us. The time spent to get over the learning curve is only a small hurdle, so much involved here that escapes the untrained eye. I have had a very successful gaming career and even at that wonder if the time would not have been better spent elsewhere. The minute you let up, don't work as hard, think it is easier than it looks; you are buried before you know it.

Good luck with your counsel and whatever you choose to do. I hope it is more rewarding than this.
Easily the best advice in this thread.