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If you want to make it in anything, your attitude is the first determining factor. If you hold other people's opinions higher than your own success and emotional well being, you will always be one step away from ruin.
If you want to make it in art specifically, good news! You can completely do it without an expensive formal education. Believe it!
Start by reading Don't Go To Art School by Noah Bradley. He is a very famous concept artist who will tell you exactly why you can make it on your own. He also offers 'Art Camp' for free on YouTube that will show you how to be an artist/illustrator. I use his videos every day.
Now check out Bobby Chiu on YouTube, specifically his 'Thoughts and Philosophies' playlist. He will explain to you and bring you into the type of thinking that it takes to be an artist-- constant self improvement, constant seeking of knowledge, knowing that it will be your journey, and staying motivated. I always watch these videos while doing my digital painting, to remind myself of my journey and my WHY.
Now, back to your character. You need to develop a framework in your mind for how you view success. Some books that will help you do that:
This book breaks down how humans master skills and reach success. Using dozens of examples of masters throughout history (many of which are great artists). Most notably, you will see that not a single one's story does not include incredible failures. Every single one was a loser at one time, or they were hated or looked down upon. This is not an exaggeration.
This is a short and inspiring book. It explains to you the exact mental trickery that people use on themselves to remain distracted and unmotivated, especially in a modern world which is constantly detracting from our focus and making us forget what is important.
Start with this. It is not too much to manage. Look for these books at your public library, read the free article by Noah and watch the free videos by Bobby. These resources will help to rework your thought patterns.
Right now you are in a holding pattern of anxiety and being paralyzed by your circumstances. The only way to break this mental pattern is to think outside of it, expose yourself to ideas you have not experienced. SEEK knowledge that tells you the opposite of the anxieties what your mind is telling you.
I won't wish you good luck, luck has nothing to do with it. Only your actions turn thoughts into reality. Do it!
I had a huge problem with this until I created a routine/schedule to keep me on track. Here's a good book that can help you make one that works for you: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1477800670?keywords=manage%20you%20day%20to%20day&qid=1452549094&ref_=sr_1_1&sr=8-1