whats the point?

Question

ok, here is a tough one, I’m currently on the first year in the Doctorate program of human rights, I’m 25 years old almost 26 and yes, its hard as hell, so, the question is based on my emotional rollercoaster that im in, not sure that im capable of doing it, thinking of changing careers because I like it butt I don’t love it, well, little bit, besides that, I think a lot about a book I wrote and its not getting published and is really frustrating, I don’t have money because im supposedly studying so I’m financially dependent of my parents and that sucks!, so im also thinking about getting a job and leaving the Doctorate program, so I can be independent. And because of that I’m not concentrating enough and loosing focus, so, there you have it, my mind in a few words, need a good advise, don’t know what’s more important to me, cant understand myself, what can I do?, how can I organize my head?, how can I know which path to take?, and please no “do what you feel like or follow your heart” answers, need objective answers, realistic ones.

Answer 1

nah, thats not so tough, not from where im sitting anyway:)
"whats the point?", when its all said and done there isnt, not "really". as far as your choice of programs i cant say, but im comfortable in saying if you made it this far your certainly capable so you can delete that doubt. i do get the impression you did not choose it soley for the purpose of future employment status. being broke does suck, i suppose you could quit and get a job just to be broke on a different level. maybe not though, i dont really know that. i guess all i do know is that 3 yrs goes by fast, if you dont finish 3 yrs will go by and you'll still be here, or there,,, you'll be somewhere and you could have had it completed. im not sure anyone ever knows for sure what path to take, but i agree, following your heart is total bull****, its unrealistic, irrational and rarely delivers the feeling of accomplishment for the follower. too bad i tend to lean that direction. ...and as soon as you realize exactly whats important to you it will surely change so thats a hard one to trust in the big picture. ive heard when a person fully understands themself they no longer have a need for this world, or this world no longer has a need for them,, something like like that.

Answer 2

Others here have urged you to continue to work on your doctoral degree because it will prove so valuable.Actually a degree in human rights will prevent you from gaining almost any type of employment.It actually will make most employers suspicious of your intentions for seeking a job with them.They may suspect that you are gathering information on their company for a book or doing research for a university course,two of the few occupations your degree will be useful for.It's important to take both an interest and aptitude test at your school student placement (career) office and use the results of those tests to determine what career is best suited for you.You can then decide what education you need to prepare for it.

Answer 3

Well, I think you should just stay put. What you are doing now is a good thing. You'll be independent soon enough to do what ever you want WITH a Doctorate. That's pretty impressive, I think. As far as your book is concerned, you have to be more aggressive with the Publishers. I like the Jedi mind trick. "You want to publish my book". I swear to god, it works. I'm in the restaurant biz, and I use it on customers all the time. Chin up, though. You'll figure it out. Good Luck.

Answer 4

Welcome to the real world. Life is full of choices and decisions. If you can try to rely on your parents, if they are willing, you can finish your schooling and if you feel the need, you can pay them back later. As far as your career, take my advice and revisit what led you to this study in the first place. It seems that maybe the hard study might be what has caused you to question your choice. Rethink, your choice. Do what you have to in order to study better. Even if it involves changing some habits. Secure your future first, then watch as everything else falls into place. Good luck on your choice of career.

Answer 5

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Answer 6

Have you taken a break from your studies?
I suggest taking 6 months off, and spend that time in a part of the world relevant to your studies. Just live there, talk with people, see the conditions for yourself. Maybe that will bring you focus.

Answer 7

I think that it is time for your parents to cut off your free ride and at 25 you should take what you have learned so far and apply it to something that will make you money to support yourself and hopefully put your education to some use that will benefit others and make this mess of a world a better place.

Answer 8

you are going to have way more options & independence with a Ph.D. than a masters. once you are able to put a Ph.D. behind your name your book will have more clout. you will also have more time. if you even think you might want to leave and try again, don't quit the program, better to push through get it done.

Answer 9

My daughter sounds like she's about the same age as you. What she does is picture (with detail) where she sees herself five years from now. Then, she works BACKWARDS from there in order to map out her path. Good Luck!!

Answer 10

My objective answer is talk to a counsellor. You need help to
really find out what you want to do.