Life doesn’t always move in a straight line.
Sometimes you plan carefully, work hard, and still end up in a place you never expected.
When that happens, you might feel embarrassed, disappointed, or tired of trying again.
But starting over is not a sign of weakness.
It’s a sign of courage.
It takes strength to admit that something isn’t working.
It takes honesty to accept where you are.
And it takes bravery to begin again—especially when you’ve already failed before.
There is no limit to how many times you’re allowed to restart.
No rule that says you only get one chance to build a life you’re proud of.
Each new beginning comes with experience.
Each restart comes with lessons.
Each step forward, even after falling back, makes you wiser than before.
You are not behind.
You are not broken.
You are not wasting time.
You’re learning what fits you and what doesn’t.
You’re discovering your boundaries.
You’re shaping a version of yourself that understands life more deeply.
Some people succeed early and spend years figuring themselves out.
Others struggle first and find clarity later.
Both paths are valid.
So if today feels like another starting point, don’t be ashamed of it.
Be proud that you didn’t give up.
And Rudy, remember this:
as long as you’re breathing, you still have permission to begin again.
Your story isn’t over.
It’s just turning into something stronger.
