I think you have a good head on your shoulders, and you should give yourself some credit. There are others who would admit to being smart, although they did not have any answers at all.

I am glad to hear that there are some good things going on in your life. I am also glad to hear that the resolution you made has been helping you. For me, making those kind of resolutions makes them short lived and burn out fast.

Here is what I ask when I think of how unimportant I am, maybe it will help you:

Did I help someone who needed it recently?

Because that's all it takes. Really that's it! If you ever feel unimportant do a small favor for someone. Helping others is a great way to realize your own potential. It doesn't have to be in a soup kitchen or money to a stranger. It can be as simple as helping a friend move, or helping your mom or dad clean the house. That is the important stuff. Those are REAL accomplishments.

Here is one of my favorite quotes from Amy Poehler's "Yes, please" which I think might help your position:

“It’s called Yes Please because it is the constant struggle and often the right answer. Can we figure out what we want, ask for it, and stop talking? Yes please. Is being vulnerable a power position? Yes please. Am I allowed to take up space? Yes please. Would you like to be left alone? Yes please. I love saying “yes” and I love saying “please.” Saying “yes” doesn’t mean I don’t know how to say no, and saying “please” doesn’t mean I am waiting for permission. “Yes please” sounds powerful and concise. It’s a response and a request. It is not about being a good girl; it is about being a real woman. It’s also a title I can tell my kids. I like when they say “Yes please” because most people are rude and nice manners are the secret keys to the universe.”

"Yes, please" really is a secret code that unlocks doors. Go ahead and try it. If it doesn't work, all you've lost was a couple of "No thank yous".

Keep making posts and updating your progress I'd be happy to follow along!