As children, we have big dreams we one day hope to fulfill. As we get older, the world, and even those we love tell us to think "realistically". I used to sing in the mirror, hoping one day I would sing in front of millions. I also wanted to be an actress. Deep down inside, these are things I want! Throughout our lives, our parents want us to be successful, understandably, and also hope we have better lives than them. I hope the same for my child. We are pushed to get jobs that will pay well and allow us to live "successful" lives. What is success? Is it how much money we make or what can bring a smile to our faces and keep stress at a minimum? Social work was my major in undergrad, until changing it to Human Resources Management. I LOVE knowing I'm making a difference in the lives of others and I could do that with social work. I remember when I started going to college and my father laughed at me and told me, "You must not plan on making any money doing social work." Well, it's true, social workers don't make much, but I believed I would be happy...which was the important thing. I'm now pursuing my masters degree in Human Services, similar to Social Work and plan to do what I want to do. You also have people that have dreams, but get stuck in a job where the money allows them to live a certain lifestyle they want/have to keep up. But what about your dream? How much money does your job pay you to give up on your dream? Are you happy? It's a rhetorical question, but I encourage you to follow your dream! xoxo
Namaste
