Back to the Basics of Life

I had an English teacher in high school who once told me I was afraid of success. Not true. I'm just lazy.

And life never works out the way you want if you don't stick to your plan.

I've stated here many times how I was going to attend a four-year university. I never did. I never felt like I could do it. I never felt like I could make a cohesive plan regarding where I would live or work during school. I regret my actions. I wanted to be a professional, college-educated writer, but I held myself back. Now everything is changing and I won't get that chance.

The direction of my life does not appeal to me now. I think it's time to make a new plan.

1. What are my goals?
2. What is my current situation?
3. What are my obstacles/time constraints?
4. How can I overcome my obstacles?

How do I figure out how to be happy?