I Do Not Know What I Want To Do With My Life?

Question

All of the adults in HS are always telling kids that they NEED to be something successful like a doctor, etc. But honestly, I hate science and I can never put myself through that kind of torture. I do not know what I want to do, and although I am young, I will like to at least get some sort of direction. These are the kind of things that I like;
-I love the world of politics and anything that is considered news, including entertainment. I just love sucking in information
-I like reading about history.
-I plainly just like studying about ANYTHING besides anything that is science related.

Help?

P.S. I took an aptitude test, and it suggested an Economist, Administration, Mayor, or some higher level in some company ruling over people.

I forgot to mention that I am a leader, not a follower.

Answer 1

You need to make yourself two lists, one of things that you are good at, the other of things that you like to do. Do these one at a time and several days apart. Make the lists when you have some time to relax, don't rush it.

Go back to each list in turn and take each point, write down an example of something that you did that backs up each point. Do this as though someone had asked you, for example, name one thing that you are good at and then asked for a real example.

When you have done this, compare the two lists and see where you get matches between the things that you like doing and the things that you are good at.

Now look at the things that you have matched up, things that you are good at and like doing. Note the examples that you have written down. Think about which of these things you would put together to make your perfect day.

Now look at all those things in your perfect day and do some research into which college courses or jobs they match up with. Remember that these courses and jobs will contain some things that you are not good at or don't like (life is like that!).

You have just described what you want to be doing with your life.

While you are doing this, don't think of the things that you don't enjoy or the things that you are not good at. Make it apossitive exercise.

Once you have done this you will probably have learned a lot about yourself. Even so, go ask your friends and family what they think you are good at. Ask them what they think you enjoy and like doing. If nothing else, you may get a good laugh out of there views!

Answer 2

This is going to be rather long, but I've been where you are and am even considering changing my major for the 3rd time. I know you say you enjoy History, but theres more to it than just liking it. You have to have a passion for it to truly want to major in it in college and then have a career in it. I found this and hope it helps you out a great deal.

Skills and Abilities of a History Major

˜Informing and explaining ideas
˜ Analyzing ideas and information
˜ Describing and evaluating issues, problems, and events
˜ Interviewing
˜ Organizing materials and ideas
˜ Observing people, data, things, and reports
˜ Compiling information
˜ Interpreting events and ideas
˜ Working with details
˜ Summarizing
˜ Adapting ideas
˜ Researching, comparing, and compiling research reports
˜ Understanding and interpreting the present/past
˜ Using written and spoken media
˜ Examining all pertinent evidence
˜ Understanding society
˜ Developing ideas and projects
˜ Analyzing impact of problems on society
˜ Planning
˜ Organizing materials and information
˜ Knowledge of how societies cope with changing circumstances
˜ Seeing relationships between factors
˜ Decision-making
˜ Developing a world view


Possible Careers of a History Major

˜Anthropologist
˜ FBI / CIA Agent
˜ Journalist
˜ Archeologist
˜ Foreign News Correspondent
˜ Lawyer
˜ Public Relations Specialist
˜ Archivist
˜ Foreign Service Officer
˜ Lecturer
˜ Research Assistant
˜ Biographer
˜ Genealogist
˜ Legal Assistant / Paralegal
˜ Government Official
˜ Librarian
˜ Teacher, Social Studies
˜ Community Relations Director
˜ Historian
˜ Lobbyist
˜ Technical Writer
˜ Congressional Aide
˜ Historic Preservation Specialist
˜ Market Research Analyst
˜ Travel Agent
˜ Consumer Advocate
˜ Historic Site Tour Guide
˜ Media Consultant
˜ Urban Administrator
˜ Counselor
˜ Historical Society Staff Member
˜ Museum Curator
˜ Urban Planner
˜ Museum Technicians & Specialist
˜ Writer / Author
˜ Demographer
˜ Insurance Agent / Broker
˜ Park Ranger
˜ Economist
˜ Intelligence Analyst
˜ Peace Corps / Vista Worker
˜ Editor
˜ International Relations Specialist
˜ Political Scientist
˜ Artifacts Conservator
˜ Lace and Textiles Restorer
˜ Art Director
˜ Folklorist
˜ Gallery Assistant
˜ Antique Buyer
˜ Interpretive Guide
˜ Information Scientist
˜ Government Relations Assistant
˜ Institutional Researcher
˜ Photograph Cataloger
˜ Marketing Director
˜ Public Information Director
˜ Records Manager
˜ Sales Representative
˜ Investigator

Answer 3

Go to college and take your general education classes the first two years. That will give you more time to decide what you want to do. If you still haven't figured it out by then, you can just choose a major such as political science, history, or journalism. Keep in mind that many people end up working in a field that's not quite related to their major. Best of luck.

Answer 4

Join the club.
There was far too much pressure about that in high school. Don't pay attention to what others say (you'll kick yourself later) focus on what you are good at, what makes you feel good, something that makes you feel fulfilled and comfortable. It could take years to find it, but don't settle because someone suggests it or an aptitude test told you it's a good idea. Listen to your heart.

Answer 5

Do what you enjoy, and you will be successful. Since you already have an indication you like history, start with a history major and an economics minor, or history with a teaching emphasis. All will provide excellent background for a politician. Volunteer with your local political party. Its a great opportunity to see what things you like to do, meet new people, make changes, and start a networking foundation.
p.s. just because you start with one major does not mean you have to stay with it. You will have several opportunities to change or adapt your major.

Answer 6

Go to college and major in history. There are TONS of fun awesome jobs you could get. You could be a writer, CEO of a non-profit, a politician, whatever. Just go to college. After you get a bachelors, you can decide what you want to do and get your masters.

Answer 7

oh you know what would be a cool job for you is to get into being an antique appraiser,or something like that an auction house possibly maybe someday you could be on antiques road show,theres so much history and you could start your own business and lead your own life. jesus ate your cereal for all of our sins,thanks

Answer 8

Whatever you do,make sure it's not dope! Talk about a bad move! lol ....I made meth my after school choice for higher education.Let's just say, you will make the right choice,whatever it is you decide, as long as its not chemical consumptions.Good luck ,you got it goin on, no worries! k?

Answer 9

have you thought about being a lawyer or paralegal? that's lots of reading and research no science unless that's the kind of law you're involved in...etc...

Answer 10

pray about it