First a little bit about my self to who ever is going to read this and help me out with my problem.
I'm doing a Degree in Psychology, and so far I've scored high on all the exams I've completed. But my problem is that - I dont want to become a mental health worker. I love to help people. but I like to help them in ways such as getting food and shelter to the homeless or giving disaster relief etc. I love to volunteer and do anything that would make a difference in a persons life. I love to make people safe and secure. Even at home with my family - I like to look after them when they are sick etc.
So anyway my problem is that I have so many distractions, and I tend to stray away from my goals.
The biggest distraction I keep having is that I should become a nurse. But nursing will not allow me to do all what i want to do. Yeah sure, it will allow me to look after the sick, but I dont think thats who I am totally.How do I get this distraction out of my head?
2007-10-01 17:33:01 · 5 answers · asked by Sapphire 1 in Social Science ➔ Psychology
Am I in someway trying to avoid studying for my exam?. Sometimes when I think about myself as a nurse, it does not make me happy at all. Sometimes I keep on thinking thats all I can do in my life. like thats what I'll be good at. But I enjoy so many other things, and I know I'll do great in humanitarian work.
I'm totally messed up because of this and sometimes I just feel like quitting my education.
2007-10-01 17:36:55 · update #1
But if I change my goals every time I get distracted - where will that take me?
2007-10-01 17:57:18 · update #2
I often see students going through this dilemma. there are many reasons for it, but the best cure is taking some time to reflect on what you really want in your future.
If it is possible for you to get away from everything and thinks things out, then do it. It is possible that you are so stressed out that it is causing you to doubt your decisions. This may ultimately affect your grades, too. Getting away for a short time may be just what you need to find yourself, and your gaols, again.
Good luck.
2007-10-01 17:46:01 · answer #1 · answered by A dad & a teacher 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Set future goals aside when preparing for tests etc... The right situation will present itself in time. What about guidance counselor for a school, director of a home for pregnant teens, abused women and children, or abandoned children? These are all great ways to be of help to the community.
2007-10-01 21:14:39 · answer #2 · answered by PEGGY S 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you might consider how your degree in psychology could apply to a career that would offer more nurturing role for you....such as maybe working with abused women and/or children from abused homes, etc. by using your degree or maybe combining it with some art and working through art therapy with those kids or something. do some creative brainstorming before you give up on your degree.
i've been there and i think it happens to everyone at some point while you are in school...hang in there.
may the force be with you
2007-10-01 17:43:39 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Might I suggest investigating a career as a hospice social worker? At least visit a leading hospice agency in your area and ask to meet with the social workers. Discuss with them who you are, what your goals are, your desires about helping others. And, then ask them what they do as hospice social workers and what are the academic requirements. Best of luck to you.
2007-10-01 18:36:58 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Maybe it's your goals that need to change?
2007-10-01 17:52:35 · answer #5 · answered by geni 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋