Part of me thinks that actually getting involved in this hobby was my biggest mistake.
I think we do a disservice to a lot of guys & gals on the fence to make them think it is a great thing. Emotionally it can be very difficult, it can destroy relationships, it makes it very difficult to engage in a traditional relationship afterwards.
That said, while I have a few regrets, I have learned a lot about myself, a lot about the ladies, and I find I have a much deeper respect for all people, regardless of sex, sexual preference, race, or their status in life. Despite the negatives, I think for me the positives, the things I have learned, overall make me a better person.