> It’s my belief that it boils down to a few things: - self learning - dedication

And luck especially with respect to your health and the health of those around you. It's harder to invest in yourself when you are a primary caregiver to a relative.

It's this argument that makes me wonder how anybody can be opposed to some form of universal health care. I heard somebody ask this question once and it's stuck with me: how would you organize society if you knew you would be reborn but have no idea into what situation.