Ok, I am an eighteen year old, a sophomore and studying mechanical engineer. Recently I have many questions and I am nhot certain what to do with my life. I do not even know if I want to be an engineer anymore and even if I will become and engineer then what. I wonder whar is going to happen once I start a carrer. I see many grownups around me with kids, family and property and is as if I want to hurry to become a real adult. How will I become like them, finantially secure, responsable, reliable and organized witch are traits I barely posses. Have you even be in this situation and how did you (or still deal) with this?
2006-11-26 11:58:47 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Easy one for me, most of it is over and done with.
Don't worry, adulthood comes in plenty good time, no hurry.
Better to build up a lot of good memories than start to worry about the future that much, unless you are one of those soulless individuals fixated on money.
2006-11-26 12:04:39 · answer #1 · answered by Gaspode 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Just slow down, you are still young, just live and let life happen, of course you have to do your part, which you are doing, and leave the rest up to God. Pray for direction and He will lead you. (Proverbs 3:5-6) Be the best you can be, don't worry about what's gonna happen tomorrow because you really don't have any control over that, all you know is you are doing what you need to be doing, if you are not sure about being an engineer, it's not too late for you to change your mind, but keep in mind this is for you so do what it is that your heart desires and if you don't have the courage to change, ask God for courage and proceed with your life. Don't rush a thing, I still think back to my years in high school and wish I could go back to those days where I didn't have to worry about paying bills, taking care of kids, etc... Your time will come sweetie, just do what you need to do now, which is putting God as the head of your life, read and meditate on his Words and apply them to your life as much as possible. You will be financially secure, etc... Don't look on the outside of people, you never know what they are really going thru in their life, lots of people now a days make things look good but you don't know what's going on in their home life, how many bill collectors are calling them, what they are going thru w/ their spouse and kids, so please don't look at others and want what they have, you never know how they got where they are......... Good Luck
2006-11-26 20:12:57 · answer #2 · answered by mskash 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
To figure out your career a good idea would be to shadow many different people in the field(s) you are considering. Then you can see what they really do on a day to day basis, the things you dont learn about in your text books. You can set this up usually through counsellers at school or the head of your dept.)
(I thought i wanted to be a dietitian and i shadowed one and realized it was dreadfully boring!)
As for the growing up? I am 22, about to graduate from college in May, I am getting married and buying a house. I still feel like it is not really happening to me because only other people do these things, not little old me. Dont feel like you have to grow up so fast, take your time being 18 and then 19....College goes by so fast and I dont think most people really know what they are doing but not everyone is willing to admit it.
Have faith in yourself and reach for the stars!
2006-11-26 20:13:58 · answer #3 · answered by Gail B 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I wanted to do so many things when i left school.
Marine biologist was one of my thoughts but again it was put down to me not haven't the skill to do it.. so don't burden yourself with it.
I looked at other skills.. then told no that's a boys job not a girls job.
Yes today it has change so much from when i left school.
An acceptable job for a girl, i was told was check out chick.
or as such.. .
As long as i could cook clean and keep a man happy i was set for life.A Career was something i shouldnt be taking on.
Pfft.. that wasn't for me.
I wanted to make my own way.. do my own things..
I fell into what i do now.. Accounts Manager..
It wasn't a position i was looking for it was something i found i had talent and understanding in.
And over the years i have changed jobs climbed the corporate ladder and found myself able to buy a house and keep up with mortgage payments.
How i got to this level in life, as in when did i grow up.
They say at 21 we become adults. i didn't feel that was the case for me. i was still running a muck into my mid thirties.
But i had a goal.. and that goal was to make sure i was secure and put a roof over my head.
I wasn't going to rely on anyone else to provide for me.
I got my goal. it took a while. but I'm enjoying the ride.
2006-11-26 20:09:50 · answer #4 · answered by A Lady Dragon 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
It's tough to say....
I started out studying music education ( loved it, still do), but one thing led to another that suggested that maybe this wasn't right. After a few years I dropped out of the that university and went to another; and got my degree in information systems. Although the course was tough, it seemed to flow easier; and I was able to finish without problems.
After that, other events in my life with my family steered me towards the Army. And now it's time for me to get out and change yet again.
Settings goals is always good, focus on those and you'll reach what you want. However stay open minded that your goals may change do to changes in your life.
Hopes this helps good luck.
P.S. it's not uncommon for collage student to change majors three to four times, so your OK.
2006-11-26 20:02:31 · answer #5 · answered by Coool 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Most people find themselves there, basically stumbling around in the dark. I mostly know what I want to do, but I'm still having a hard time figuring out how to make a career of it. And there are plenty of people who end up in careers they did not expect to find themselves in. Play it by ear and just trust that you will hopefully figure it out as you go.
2006-11-26 20:05:32 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
If you complete one project such as your degree it will naturally lead to the next step. It is better to complete things if you can stand it. YOu are young, don't worry.
2006-11-26 20:03:42 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
I would recommend showing your English professor this question and asking them.
2006-11-26 20:04:24 · answer #8 · answered by AiW 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I'm going to be in hell. Would you like to join me? I'm accepting applications for recruitment. GRRR! RUFF!
2006-11-26 20:01:18 · answer #9 · answered by GodLess American 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Always been what I am. So no, never had that problem.
2006-11-26 20:00:36 · answer #10 · answered by Illegals Are S*** 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋