Sound advice, I was stupid for getting into something I did not understand.You got played.
I am a SEC Registered Investment Adviser (RIA) which means I can charge for advice (anyone can offer free advice).
I would not gamble in any SPAC. None, ever. People lost billions buying this stuff so stay away. I say buy a good balance sheet profitable company that has good prospects for future growth. A nice dividend is extra good.
The S&P500 was up 25% in 2023. It was a great year.
The stock market is like being in the worlds largest Casino. If you don't understand the game, don't play it.