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2nd-Mar-2008 07:07 am
nerd faye
I've been thinking about my life lately. Deeply thinking about what I'm going to do with my time, where my money goes and what I eventually want to do for a living, 'cause it sure as hell isn't what I've been doing.
I've been talking about retiring to a llama farm for a while now, and my buddy H suggested I start now. Except I don't want to be tied to location, because I still have the deep desire to travel. I also want to go back to school. I'm turning 20 soon, people my age are already out of college, finished, done-ski. Me? What have I been doing for the past six months? Reading webcomics and smoking pot.
I'm not disparaging this time I've taken... I think it's valuable for my own sanity, to have this time to reflect on my life, but I really do need to go back to school. I'd love to go back for acting, or English or computer studies, but I don't have the grades to do anything like that. I'm floundering and it's really scary. I'm haunted by that question that everyone seems to be haunted by; What do I want to do with my life?

Short answer? Read webcomics and be happy. Is there a job where I can do both?
Comments 
3rd-Mar-2008 02:27 am (UTC)
there are endless possibilities. just don't overthink it. you know what feels right for you and when. just chill, do your research on any ideas or desires you have, keep the information in mind and weigh your options. don't let your grades from the past stop you from continuing to move forward into what you'd like to do. there's plenty of chances out there for you, you haven't worn them all out by any means.
joo can doo eeet an stuff!!
3rd-Mar-2008 02:44 am (UTC)
Thanks for the words of encouragement dude
4th-Mar-2008 07:57 pm (UTC)
Don't be discouraged by your age, or compare yourself to other's achievements. Hell, I'm already 20 and just finishing my first year. While my friends are all in their third year already, I have 3 more to go.

If you decide to study something, make sure it's something you love. Theatre would be great for you because it's so natural, and even during crunch time you'd enjoy what you were doing. Not that post-sec even HAS to be an option, but if you're going to be spending the money, you might as well make it worthwhile. And honestly...some of the people that make it into university REALLY don't deserve to. You're really intelligent, so there's no reason why you wouldn't be accepted.

Chin up, old chap - the clock isn't ticking. Take your own time and do what feels right.
5th-Mar-2008 03:11 am (UTC)
Thanks man, that makes me feel a lot better :)
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