Hello. I find myself in a real predicament. I have yet to attempt the usmle step 1, as I cannot afford, both mentally or financially, to fail. I have been trying to study for this exam for 2 years but it has proven more difficult than I expected, what with failing to balance work and study. Everytime I stop studying, when I start back, it's like starting from scratch - 1 step forward, 2 steps back. I'm frustrated and crestfallen, and at this point, desperate. Can someone help me?