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So how does one find what they are passionate about, what major they want to go in. Im not sure about that. As of right now im considering physics because of astrophysics. When you find what you are passionate about and take the courses for that major do you ever struggle, or ask yourself
"Is this the right path?" "Should I continue going with this major" or have you ever gotten discouraged making you want to give up? What did you do to overcome it? #college-major

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Jenn’s Answer

Take a look at your childhood through today. What were the things that you enjoyed the most? Write them down. Do you enjoy books? What are your hobbies? What set you apart from other kids? In your spare time at 8, 10, 12, & 14 years of age, what were the things that you looked forward to the most at school. Circle the 3 most important things that make you happy. Google and see if there is a job for those things. I didn't do this as a student but wished I had. Here are the 3 things that I would've circled! I would've chosen to plan events because I put on a pageant for my elementary school by myself when I was in 4 th grade. 2nd- I loved coaching. I coached everything from cheerleading to sailing. 3rd- People give me energy....I love being around people and helping out! What do I do now? I manage Global Community Service at Dell where I plan large scale volunteer campaigns, I train employees on programs and tools and my number 1 job is to help our employees engage and volunteer in their local communities!! That is the approach I would take!


I truly hope this helps!!

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Munazza’s Answer

Some things to consider: do you feel curious about the subject, do you feel engaged in it, does learning about it make you happy.
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Christian’s Answer

You really have to do some self-reflection and find what brings you joy and happiness in your life. Most of the time the thing you enjoy doing most can be translated to a career. Also keep in mind that as you grow and gain wisdom, the things that bring you the most joy will change. For example, growing up I enjoyed playing video games, but as I grew older I found a passion for politics and the legal field. It was in my last semester of college that my taste for what truly brings me joy is playing video games and mentoring others. Now I work at EA.

As previously stated, make a list of the things that interest you the most and start doing some research, but keep that question of "Is this the right path?" in mind as you continue the journey. I would reframe it and instead ask, "Is what I am doing enjoyable?" because that will give you an indication whether you truly find pride in what you do. DO NOT feel like changing paths is a bad thing or changing careers or majors is a bad decision. It is what makes us human on our journey to find what we are destined to do and be. I wish you and those that read this much success in the future.
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