My parents don't get it. I don't want to continue with college and I don't want to get a degree and I really don't plan on it. What I want to do is drop out of college either after this year or after next year and get a job while doing internships at places of interest that have to do with my career. Now, my parents are saying "No you're going to finish college! You have to go to school! You are going to get a degree! You need an education". Now I do really good in school and I make just about all A's..maybe a B thrown in their somewhere but school is not what's most important to me, it's what's most important to my parents and it's what they want and I'm living under their roof so they want me to do what they want me to do. Meanwhile I have my own plan in mind and I'm wondering if perhaps my plan is not as great as I think and I'm wondering if I should listen to my parents instead. What do you think?
2007-01-06 14:20:08 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Entertainment & Music ➔ Polls & Surveys
I'm a freshmen in college and I want to get an internship at a radio station. I have connections to people at radio stations and television stations too so it shouldn't be too difficult to get an in if you know what I mean.
2007-01-06 14:31:32 · update #1
Hi Meg!
Right now you are young and want to do different things. I know it seems like such dull advise to listen to your parents. But I say this with all my heart, like I am talking to my daughter. PLEASE, get your education. There will be time for the other things later. In todays world it is so important and years from now you will be so happy you did. Pleae remember my words. You can do it. good luck!!!
2007-01-06 14:25:44 · answer #1 · answered by -------- 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Please give more information. Is it possible to get an internship if you are not in college?
Without knowing more, the only thing I can offer is to tell you that an education may be the only thing standing between you and poverty or financial problems that will last your whole life long. Believe me, it is very stressful even to the point of panic to be a member of the working poor. I have been there and the jobs are horrid and the pay is terrible and the paycheck doesn't cover all the necessities. I did not want to go to college either, so I didn't. Suffered for about 10 years struggling with low paying jobs and then finally went back to school. I am so glad I did and I wish I would have done it sooner. I am not rich now by any means, but I have everything I need and some extra. I no longer have to count the change in the bottom of my purse to see if I can afford to buy a Pepsi. Those were dark days. Glad they are over.
If you are able to get an internship and have a career plan that will give you sufficient income someday, then that sounds like a good plan. It's hard to say without knowing more about your situation.
I wish you success in whatever you decide!
2007-01-06 22:27:56 · answer #2 · answered by lifeisagift 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You always hear of parents saying that to their children. I know I've said it to mine enough. Do you think there might be something to it? Or do you think that their goal is just to control you and your life? If you think the latter, then (with all due respect) you need to do some growing up in the next year as you decide what you really want to do. How about a sort of compromise: You could find your job or internship that coincides with your proposed career, stay in school at night to finish your degree. You will be giving your parents what they want, (which is for you to have a better chance at a decent life than what they might have had), you'll be following your chosen path and you will have showed them in the process that you are a mature young adult and deserve their respect.
Everyone says a degree is a must for a prosperous future. To an extent that is so true. But your degree is only as good as what you make it. Do you have the ambition to go after the top? Or are you going to slip into the mainstream and just ride the flow? You're young, enjoy life while you can. But don't loose sight of the fact that it is your LIFE. One day these decisions (and consequences) will be ALL yours. Welcome the help while it's there. It's Love and guidance that they are trying to give you, not discipline. You will see all this one day on your own, and will look back and say Wow, my parents really loved me! Say it, show it and embrace it NOW, while you have the chance.
I wish you all the Luck in the world and a long and happy life.
2007-01-06 22:49:10 · answer #3 · answered by Joel A 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you are really passionate about something, do it. But make sure you are passionate about it. If you are unsure about a career in radio in any way, shape or form, then you'd best dabble in it part time or seasonally until you know.
A college education is a useful (and sometimes fulfilling) thing to have, but it is not for everyone. Just be aware that if you're willing to give up that gift from your parents, don't expect them to pay your way anymore. If you make an adult decision to take your life down a path your parents don't agree with, you better be able to be an adult and take care of your own financial needs also (that includes paying for a roof over your head).
The fact that you asking for advice at this point tells me you probably don't yet have that 'fire in the belly' to take such a step.
Peace
2007-01-06 22:56:28 · answer #4 · answered by zingis 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Life is all about decisions.... this is a biggie...
On one hand, you are an adult... and can make your own decisions.... but you have to deal with the effect of your action. The effect is that your parents might say to you... hey, you do this & you are on your own...
On the other hand, you have a pretty good situation there... your live at home, and I assume it does not cost you much if anything to be there. Why not finish college and then enact your plan? You did not say what year of college you are in... but would it be so unbearable to stay the remainder?
The problem with all decisions you make is this....you never know if they are right until long after you make the decision...
Good luck!
2007-01-06 22:27:52 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I agree with your parents. Are they paying for your degree? I mean, if they are, that seems like a lot of their money down the drain. Just my opinion, though.
I wanted to add one more thing. A degree is safety. If you get a degree, you will always have that to fall back on. If you don't get it, you take a big risk which could involve leaving you jobless.
Also, since you are a freshman, just know that this is a typical thing to think in college. Everybody goes through the doubts and wishes to go somewhere else. Just wait it out, it is worth it.
2007-01-06 22:23:20 · answer #6 · answered by Princess Purple 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Years later you could thank them for this. I know I sound like an old fart, but I didn't listen to my parents and dropped out of school and it's something I regret every day. Ask yourself, if you are up for a job against someone who has a degree, who do you think is going to get the job? Your parents are saying this out of love, you would do well to listen to them. I find that the older I get, the more my parents knew what they were talking about.
2007-01-06 22:29:14 · answer #7 · answered by Black Rose 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
As long as you are living with your parents and they are supporting you, do ask they ask. They are right. It's hard enough to start a career with a degree, let alone without one. If you are able to get out on your own and fully support yourself, then do whatever you want, but so long as they are supporting you, the best thing for you is to do ask they ask. They really do have your best interest at heart.
2007-01-06 22:25:46 · answer #8 · answered by The Nana of Nana's 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Like everyone else, I think you should really stay in college! Since you have such good grades you should continue with your education because later on you'll wish you would have.
2007-01-06 22:33:00 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋