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As I continued down this path, I realized a significant flaw in my approach to work and life. If the unfortunate circumstance of being laid off were to arise, I found myself without a specialized skill set that could pivot me into a new direction. Without education in a specific field, I remained trapped in roles that anyone could perform. The realization hit me when it was announced that our entire department would be laid off, leaving only my boss and me.

During these years, my wife emerged as my greatest support. She consistently urged me to leverage my natural aptitude for computers and programming, suggesting I pursue training in these areas. However, I convinced myself that such ambitions were unrealistic, influenced by the lack of ambition in my surroundings.