Yeah, I never got the classical training, although I did absorb like a sponge for the relatively short time I was taking lessons. I was always at odds with learning by rote in any sense, and as a rule I haven't learned any songs (aside from my own) for years and years. But in the end it has stunted me, and I've got a lot of frustration (maybe we are back to sex).
Now years later, my hands have grown cramped and poorly responsive. So, I'm finally working on my form. Its not easy. I miss when it was all fun and no pain. But I'm training to get back there now.
Also, for a couple years now also I've been toying with the idea of switching to lefty. I write lefty but have always been iffy about which side...so got a righty guitar. But now I've learned to write with my right hand, and somehow it feels more enjoyable, like there is no literal mind blocking and critiquing the movements. That's what I need to regain on the guitar, but I don't know the clear path.
Glad your playing again...maybe I need to return to the shroom....