I'm good at solving other people's problems and seeing the real issue, but I can't seem to solve my own. I am considering to become a psychologist when I am older and I was wondering if, in your opinion, if this was a good idea.
2007-02-24 19:08:24 · 15 answers · asked by ForeverAW 3 in Social Science ➔ Psychology
From what I've heard... Psychologists are some of the most messed up people... they analyze their own problems so much, because they have so many, that they decide to enter that profession to help others. It's true. Go for it though. Helping others might make you feel pretty good about yourself, which could help you figure your own life out.
2007-02-24 19:11:39 · answer #1 · answered by Spelling_Cop 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
well, my opinion is based on my experience dealing with social workers and counsellors and there are a lot that do not have children of their own, yet they have the power to decide whether someone is doing their job as a parent, because they don't have a clue what it's like. There is a definate lack of "getting it" from them.
So, if you're not that great at running your life, in your opinion anyway, wouldn't you be worried that you might give someone the wrong advice? The consequences could be serious; but you know what? This is a good topic for a sitcom! Or maybe they already did that with "Frasier".
I have to agree with the answer above me that said there are a lot of different professions out there, not to mention lots of colleges too.
But living is still the best way to get life experience!
2007-02-25 03:22:34 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
In psychology there are techniques that will teach you how to solve problems in a structured way. So it is not very important weather you are good at solving your problems right now. There are schools of psychology that don't even consider important to be able to solve your own problems. Other schools consider it vital to work with yourself first. The only thing sure is that your interest in solving problems in general is positive for a career in psychology
2007-02-25 03:37:12 · answer #3 · answered by Donegal 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
First, don't be so hard on yourself. Everyone has trouble solving their own problems, otherwise they wouldn't have the problem in the first place.
Yes, please do what your heart tells you to do. If you want to be a Psychologist, then become one.
If you truly love your job, then you will be good at it and nothing is worse than working at a job that you don't like.
Lastly, having problems means you are human and you will have empathy for your clients. How can you help people who are going through difficult times if you have never gone through difficult times yourself? You can't.
Good luck and I think it is a very good idea.
2007-02-25 03:17:18 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 4⤊ 0⤋
Trust me, your definitely not alone. I love to give advice to my friends when they ask for it, but I have a hard time solving my own. If being a psychologist is your passion go for it! You don't have to be able to solve your own problems to help others. Really, you should go for it, especially if you are good at solving others problems, as in they told you it worked. Good Luck! :-)
2007-02-25 03:14:41 · answer #5 · answered by c3345 3 · 3⤊ 0⤋
If you can't solve your own problems, how are you going to be a reputable source? But on the other hand, in school you will likely learn techniques and methods of problem solving. (This is all purely speculation, as I have no formal knowledge about psychologists and their training)
2007-02-25 03:13:13 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
I think it's a great idea. You should also be a good listener. Don't worry about solving your own. While in college, you'll gain the insight to understand not only everyone elses problems, but your own as well. Good luck!
2007-02-25 03:12:42 · answer #7 · answered by Gayle 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Sure. Identifying a problem is only part of it; ACTING on the information is the other part (which is why you may have trouble "solving" your own problems, and is also why a lot of psychological counseling doesn't produce results.)
Remember the old joke? How many psychiatrists does it take to change a light bulb?
Only one, but the light bulb has to want to change.
I say go for it.
2007-02-25 03:14:34 · answer #8 · answered by John B 4 · 4⤊ 0⤋
I would support you.....you seem like you have the gift of listening.
Just because you are good at listening and giving great advice doesn't mean that your own life will be peace on earth.....it is life afterall, and you have a relationship with someone who thinks and acts as their own self, or have problems in a certain area, but ......
Don't be too hard on yourself, your help is desperately needed as more and more people turn to you and ask for help. Keep helping people, it sounds like you are good at it and don't be discouraged by your own problems/issues in life......
2007-02-25 03:15:30 · answer #9 · answered by kaliroadrager 5 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Look at the soprano's psychologist-she saw a shrink also. Not a biggie. If it's all you can see yourself doing in the future I'd jump on it. Good Luck!
2007-02-25 03:15:43 · answer #10 · answered by meighan27 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋