I used to be a moderator and administrator on a few sites but voluntarily stepped down due to my own mental health. One of the things that a good role model does is recognize their own weaknessess and seek to turn them into strengths. Another thing a good role model will do is own their mistakes instead of blaming others. There are many other things that a good role model does, this is the tip of the iceberg. Simply put: slow is fast.

Once upon a time I was an athiest. Then I went through 5 years of hell on earth (still ongoing), including court proceedings, and other horrible things stemming from that. Along the way I met some truly wonderful people who shared their beliefs with me. They were far from perfect. After having nearly died on several occasions, with no explanation as to my survival, I now cannot fathom a world without God, nor the blessing of science, which oftentimes mysteriously work hand in hand.

Honestly caring about what others think holds you back. It certainly held me back. Don't listen to the naysayers.

Here's some inspiration (although a bit morbid, I listen to metal...)
"deader than a doornail."
(not making fun of the fact that you almost got shot, that is very bad, I am so sorry that happened to you.)

Good luck to you, just remember to think big and start small.

I can't seem to sign the petition from my Switch. I don't know what good it would do anyway, but I'd do it if I could. Now the bigger question is, does the petitioner (one who is petitioning) wish to take this thing next level and attempt to seek a "Petition for Writ of Mandamus" in court (look it up, I'm not exactly an attorney...) to attempt to force Nintendo to respond, since this method here obviously isn't working...?

I have Autism and Gender Dysphoria. I am gifted with computers and also taught myself to litigate in court without an attorney (I never had enough money to afford one.)