*** this outfit is in no way related to this post. but hey, its cute. Also – pretty proud of myself for the deal I got on both the purse & these shoes! You’ll hear more later 🙂
I’m at that point in my life where everyone asks about my future (as if I’ve got some grandiose plans.) No, I haven’t graduated yet (super senior) // No, I don’t know where I want to live // Â No, I am not sure what I want to do // No, I’m not going to graduate school… you get the picture.
I felt more sure of my career goals at age 18 than I do now. For the first three years of college I studied business administration and pre physical therapy so I could graduate, head directly to grad school, become a PT and eventually open my own clinic. I figured I would work part time if I ever had kids and life would be lovely. Right? Wrong.
I decided the beginning of my fourth year that Physical Therapy was not what I wanted to do. I had been back & forth about it for months, and after taking my first physics class, I decided PT was not for me. I had worked in a PT office for 3 years, getting experience, networking and logging hours to apply to grad school, but then I realized that I would be doing this for the next 40 years or so. 40 YEARS. looonnggggg time.
So I dropped Physics, picked up some horrid Econ classes and declared myself a Marketing major, because there was no way I was doing (Econ/Accounting/Finance/Management) or really anything else in the business school. And it was probably one of my best academic decisions. I began enjoying my classes more, understanding business aspects more fully, my GPA rose, and I took a new job – where I met my future roommates.
I was terrified that I would regret my decision, but I didnt. Not one bit. But it lead me to here; this indecisive, unsure spot. Maybe I don’t have any idea what I want to do, or an impressive job offer, or a full ride to grad school, but  you know what – I’m happier. And I’m going to figure it out. I learned more about myself; my strengths & weaknesses, and what makes me tick. I know I enjoy working with people; whether it be customers at Gap, students in my SPIN class, or kids at work. I know that I want to continue blogging, and grow Cassidy Lou as much as possible. I know I want to continue teaching SPIN, because I truly adore it. And I know I’ll be just fine great.
Has anyone ever felt this before? Or made a huge career/major change?
I can’t tell you how much I appreciate you reading
-M
TOP: Target (borrowed) //// SKIRT: H&M – similar //// NECKLACE: She Inside //// WATCH: Guess Mens //// PURSE: Banana Republic (way more on sale in store!) //// SHOES: Aldo (in store they were on sale + an extra 30% off… go to the store!)
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thanks girl! Miss you in DC!
Last year I had a quarter life crisis and completely reset! It is okay to not know. It is brave, scary and inspiring. The “not knowing” periods have always lead me to great things!
I’m hoping my “not knowing” will lead to greatness – I’m glad yours did!
You’re not alone in this feeling at all. I graduated a few years ago and have been working for the last few years. I’ve been at my current company for over 2 and a half years now, and only recently began to just feel…. “over it.”
I don’t know why, or what happened, but something changed and I’m really concerned and frustrated. I don’t know what I want anymore, where I’d be happier, or what changed, but I just know I can’t do this job forever.
I do know that I love blogging and want to continue with that, but it’s not a job (or anything close) at this point…but maybe I want to get into graphic design? Something related? I don’t know! I feel like it’s hard to know, but we just need to do what makes us happy for now because that may not make us happy later.
Wow, didn’t mean to ramble!
xo Jackie
Something About That
I completely understand what you’re saying. I hope you figure out what your next step is! start exploring other options & talking to friends – you never know whats out there 🙂
Dont feel pressured! I am glad youre happy! Love your black and white combo! 🙂
http://www.elizabethamyyy.blogspot.com
thanks! I’m doing my best not to feel pressured!
I was the same way…I switched majors 4 times before I settled on something. It turned out to be something I love to do, but it took me awhile to get there. You’ll find your thing girl, don’t worry!!
Also, I love your necklace and your shoes!!!
xoxo
Lauren
http://www.dressingdallas.com
Thanks! Good to know that it worked out for you, I’m sure I’ll find something I love!
Ps. The necklace is on sale for $4 – you should snag it 🙂
You are so not alone. I’m in my late 20’s now. Over 5 years ago my life changed and I moved to another country. Prior to moving I got my masters degree but my GPA is not the best (had a lot going on in the 4 years before I moved). Anyhow, I thought I knew what I wanted to do but as I kept moving toward higher education I started having doubts about what I wanted to do, where my life was headed, why I was going to school, who am I and many other such questions. Somehow I finished my degree but wasn’t confident about entering work in my field of study. I moved to another country and realized my education is not recognized. I did consider doing a Phd to be able to work in my field of study but it seemed super daunting at the time and still does sometimes considering there’s this thing called “paying bills”. Anyway, that’s not even the main issue. The main issue is to know that I could be good at so many things and not knowing which direction in life to take. It’s now come down to pick something, anything and go with it. I feel pressed for time now. I feel I can’t prolong this anymore and need to get to the next level in life. I feel as though not taking is a step is making me stagnate and not develop. I hate feeling stuck. I’m a great worker and have always been one of the top performers in every job I’ve had. But when you’re my age you think about what else you could be and do. Anyway, I’m digressing. The point is a lot of us “youngsters” seem to be going through an “early mid-life crisis”. As Meredith said a “quarter-life” crisis. What makes it worse is knowing that my siblings are accomplished with great careers and know who they are, what they want to do etc. I really hope whatever I chose to do next, career wise anyway, will be a step in the right path. Comparing is the worse thing to do. But I’m only human! I know everyone’s different and we all choose our own paths so I shouldn’t really beat myself up for not being my siblings. Anyway, I think I’ve managed to digress again. Good luck to you Cassidy! Hope you find your calling in life!
Thank you so much! Glad you can relate!
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