A couple of other points, Dfams...
You are missing how well you are going to feel as you cleanse...and what you'll be able to do at every level of improvement.
And, what is the alternative?
How will you feel if you do nothing?
Cleansing is a learning experience. You'll see things to do better than the style of living that landed you where you are now.
I missed if you are ill right now. Even if you are, or aren't, there are better ways to enjoy life. Why not try them?
Our ancestors did...that's why we are living today...how they became 'ancestors' of anyone.
We are the finest specimens of our species to ever walk this planet.
I don't know how 'long' it takes to become 'perfect'. I only know that I have done 5 rounds of Humaworm, with 90 to 180 days between rounds, and that I will continue for as long as I can get the herbals, or similar...or garden...or gather them.
I feel so improved, so far, that there is no question about this.
And, I will help any and everyone else I can, along the way.
There IS no other way for me...nor for many others around here, I believe.
There is no need to speculate on your earning power, years down the road, I think. Simply do the best you know, or can figure out, and keep the happiest frame of mind you can muster.
When it comes time to choose a path, take the best way you can see, and adjust where necessary. That's what we all do.
Somewhere, some time, you will be right, for sure. Build on that.
But don't give up at age 24, for any reason. 24 is far too soon to know the future.
My best,
Fledgling