A freind of mine, sadly no longer with us, had a passion for aviation from childhood. He was unable to afford to learn to fly until well past retiral age.
He struggled with many aspects of flying but persevered to finally solo at around fifty hours. (I am not suggesting his age was an issue) He recognised that he may never have the confidence to actually go anywhere if he did eventually pass.
My point is it did not matter to him! He was flying and that was all that he cared about. (He did eventually qualify.)
D.O.