Wow. Thanks for this. I appreciate it very much, especially the "stop it" introduction, which is because I usually hear statements start this way from people who care enough to encourage mental reframing from a healthier perspective.

Also, you're spot on about me not being one to want to cut losses, that flaw of seeing things through to the end simply because I started it. Quitting isn't always a bad thing, for sure.

Your analysis and the reference to the gazelles, along with wound tending without blame was very well received. Thank you.