19:50
Friday, 4 June 2010
It's a Love-Hate Relationship.

"To decide on matters,
whether grave or small,
can change the entire outcome.
-simpliest choice?, ©seddensky.-

I'm a fifth former that is about to graduate from high school in a matter of months.

And yes, I'm am still undecided about what course I'm going to take up after this.

I had been told that if I make my interests or hobbies my career in the future, I'll come to hate them because of the pressure of the job, the workload and such.

I won't deny such a possibility, as discouraging as it may sound.

And I know my mumsie is very skeptical about my career choices. I admit, I agree with the things she said about them. The industry is tough, it's not easy to get a stable income, it's not even easy to land a good position, the likes.

Also, there's this particular belief in Asian countries about how we kids should be taking up careers that are sure to give us, our parents and our families a comfortable life. Being a doctor, a lawyer or an engineer is sure to get the nod of approval for most Asians, especially those who are die-hard traditionalists. This is slowly dying down, but unfortunately, this barrier still exists.

There's also the thing about how careers in the creative field are unrealistic. In the end, it's all about how much you'll earn in the future, and about being the boss of your own firm/company.

I hate all of these issues so damn much. You have no idea how much I really abhor these problems.

Thankfully, my parents are not forcing me to be a doctor/lawyer/engineer. These three options, are definitely a no-no for me. I blame the ever increasing number of people taking on these careers. And to be honest, I have no interest in them. Nil. Zilch. Nada.

According to my dad, I am free to choose whatever course I want in the future.

My mum also sings the same tune, but seriously, it's only 10% of the time when this is brought up during talks and discussions about my future. She'll disagree with this, discourage me from doing that..

I know it's for my own good, but..sigh. I don't know.

My parents are quite determined for me to study A-Levels at Sunway College JB next year. I'm taking the latest intake possible, probably June or July. At least my parents are giving me ample time to rot and experience life as a high school graduate.

So I guess that's one year plus to really decide on my career path.

Meanwhile, I'll just daydream about me working in the creative line and attempt to actually do well for SPM 2010.


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