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How do I know what career is right for me?

I'm lost on finding what career I should go into, I know I'm interested in #psychology but I don't think I want to be a #therapist or #counselor.

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Thank you comment icon Hi Corinne! I think your question is something that literally every person will ask themself at some point in their life, so don't beat yourself up for this. Also, I think you should entertain the idea of never really knowing this, sounds counterintuitive but it will come to you as you begin to just pursue some interests and not worry about this so much. I say just choose psychology if the courses sound interesting to you. Email teachers or professors you may know to ask them what you can do if you decided to go this route. Trust me, there is way more than being a therapist or counselor in psychology. For example, maybe you can be a researcher and contribute to the ideas already in the field. That's just one idea, but ask those who are already the field. Akaisha
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Bright’s Answer

A career path sometimes can be challenging particularly when you are not certain in mind as to what to do for life. You can be guided to make a career choice but certainly, you can find the answer written boldly in your heart. Follow what you're passionate about in life and pursue it. If you are often concerned about the well-being of People generally, then being a counsellor may be the right choice.
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Nancy’s Answer

Corinne, studying psychology can help you prepare for other types of work than counseling or psychotherapist.

Developmental psychologists can work in schools. Organizational psychologists can work in business and industry. Experimental psychologists do research. Many psychology majors go into human resource management or marketing because knowledge of people is good for business and organizations. Social psychologists study people in groups.

You can take psychology and major in it or something else you are interested in.
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Meley’s Answer

Hi Corinne! Volunteering is also a great way to figure out your passions.
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