Andy 20.
I totally agree, if you work hard at it, keep your sight on the goal and be positive about putting yourself out there to get a job then I believe you will be rewarded.
I started training a couple of years ago and now have a PPL, IMC, 14 ATPL's and my CPL. Just ready to start the IR. I've done it all while still working so everything up to date is paid for in full and I don't have a penny of debt. It has taken a lot of hard work, focus and management on my part but I've never once thought negatively.
Keep your head up and and believe in yourself.