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Men who had to rebuild in their 40s, how did you do it? I’m 42 and have full custody of my two children. Over the past several years I’ve spent roughly $135,000 in legal fees and related costs to obtain and maintain full custody. I don’t regret it for a second, but financially it put me years behind where I expected to be. I have a good career, my income is finally improving, and I’m actively working on my health and fitness. But I look around and see people buying houses, building wealth, and settling into long-term relationships while I feel like I’m trying to regain momentum. For those of you who hit a major financial or personal setback in your 40s, what helped you rebuild? How long did it take before you felt like you were moving forward again? I’m especially interested in hearing from men who had to start over financially, emotionally, or both. What did the first few years of rebuilding look like for you? submitted by /u/Patobaven

Originally posted by u/Patobaven on r/AskMen