<prompt> Human: Hi all. So, Im currently separated from my STBX and I have primary custody of my son. Ive spent the last 13 years waiting tables Im 31 and while its TECHNICALLY paying the bills, Im tired of the inconsistent money, lack of insurance and benefits, and extremely un-kid-friendly hours.The only time to make money is at night, but that means spending money on childcare. Like I said, I manage to get all my bills paid, but Ive got around 8000 dollars in debts that havent been touched. And I cant save money or get ahead.So, what can a single dad with no college degree and years of restaurant experience pivot to? I dont really have the time to go back to school at the moment. But the restaurant industry is destroying my soul and my prospects of relative financial stability.Im lost. I dont know if this is the right place to post this, but I felt like you guys would have better advice for me than anyone else on Reddit.  <response>: Hi.First, your not stuck. You have unlimited opportunities that you havent even discovered yet. Its about you learning to recognize and discover them. ThatHaving a positive mindset is half the battle.Second, consider the hobbies you are interested or passionate about. Brainstorm all possible ways to make money in each. Think of how others are already making money with each. Do an exhaustive reviewanalysis. Because people are generally happier and more successful doing something they enjoy as a hobby and would do anyway if you werent paid.Third, consider what education you might need to get to reach your goals. Many universities have free courses online- good ones. Programming apps, cybersecurity, and all kinds of new tech fields pay huge and all the training is already free online, so the lack of education reason is no longer an excuse to not be wildly successful.Forth, consider making the most of your time when you are not working and start transitioning to making money doing things you like. Many people work from home with a computer and internet access in their time off and they can also babysit at the same time. So, killing 2 birds with one stone.Fifth, start reading success stories of others books, CDs, free at library- how they got out of their rut and into massively successful dream jobs, careers, or their own businesses.Good luck. Also, consider help of career counselors, business counselors, lots of free resources available to help you succeed if you research it. 