Choosing the Right Career Path That Truly Suits You
For most people, childhood is like a rushing river, and we are merely small creatures drifting along with the current. This river is not one we chose for ourselves—it was shaped by our parents, society, and various circumstances. We are taught how to navigate the flow, told which goals are worth pursuing, but rarely encouraged to reflect on our own direction. Our job is not to question but to follow the established rules and strive to achieve the version of success defined for us. Many—especially those who enjoy contemplating life—eventually find themselves flowing from this river into a pond called “college.” While we may have some say in choosing which pond we land in, the differences between them are often superficial. Within this pond, we gain more freedom to explore different interests, start looking around, and notice the edges of the pond—the world beyond, where we will spend the rest of our lives. However, this newfound awareness is often accompanied by uncertainty and anxiety....