New Career

[Ponyup]

I've decided I'm going back to school; However I'm not exactly sure what I'm going to go for. According to my therapist my intelligence lies in Math, Interpersonal; & music. When I was in collage I was a Math Education major the 1st year; then I switched to Elimentary Education; then Psychology; Then management (which is what I got my degree in). I intend to meet with a Career counselor at the local college & take the Strong interest Inventory test to see what direction that leads me in. My two leading ideas are a master in psychology or finishing my math education degree. My husband is afraid for my safety as a teacher; so if anyone is a teacher or has any insights on that it would be helpful. I thought psychology was the way I was going to head, but a lot of my friends that work in that area tell me it's very stressful; the pain sucks; they burn out in 5-10 years. So any thoughts would be helpful. Thanks.

[DianaB]

I think that it's great that you're going back to school! I don't have any suggestions that can help you but I'm sure that some of the other girls will. Good luck!!!!!

[HALEY]

I just wanted to tell you good luck in whatever you choose! Having a career is a wonderful step for any woman..

[Marilyn]

If you love math, how about engineering. There is a shortage, and beginning pay right out of college now starts at $65,000.+. Mechanical engineering is a particularly versital field, and women are in demand in this profession. Whatever you decide, wish you the very best!!!

[Ponyup]

Originally Posted by Marilyn

If you love math, how about engineering. There is a shortage, and beginning pay right out of college now starts at $65,000.+. Mechanical engineering is a particularly versital field, and women are in demand in this profession. Whatever you decide, wish you the very best!!!

I do love math & I know, with my husband's help I could get an engineering degree, but I'm not sure I'd love. Right now I work basically as a data entry/MET, but quite frankly i'm lonely. One of my intelligences is interpersonal which means I love being around people & helping people; there's not much of that in engineering; at least not the engineering i'm around. But it might be an option. I'm also thinking about business law or contract law.

Thank you everyone for the well wishes. I just figure now the time to figure out what i would truely love. I'm young, no kids yet, & I have the time & money to become anything i desire. Now i just have to figure out what that is.

[AngieDoogles]

I don't have any suggestions, but I just wanted to wish you luck. It's great that you're actively taking steps to make yourself more happy and fulfilled! Way to go!

[judy]

Congratulations! That's wonderful.

I was a teacher of inner city high school students. It takes several years to figure out your classroom management skills. I was not afraid of the kids, but I have a very strong personality. Teaching is not easy. It takes a certain kind of person.

I do have to say though, I don't think that there is a job that I would have gotten more back from. I loved my kids, and enjoyed being with them. I hope I gave them something that they can use in their lives. I know I gave them love, and that's always a good thing.

[Dobie]

My masters degree is in behavioral psychology - while it is very stressful sometimes, the rewards of helping individuals to live independent lives is priceless. I've been in the field for 22 years.

[Janet]

I don't have any suggestions either...my advice really hasn't been too good as of late. I just want to wish you great luck in whatever you decide. I was always told if you do what makes you happy, then it won't seem like work.

[judy]

Originally Posted by Dobie

My masters degree is in behavioral psychology - while it is very stressful sometimes, the rewards of helping individuals to live independent lives is priceless. I've been in the field for 22 years.

That does sound so rewarding Dobie.

[Forgivenmom5]

Good luck with whatever you decdide to do!!!

[Gina]

I also want to wish you good luck in whatever you decide.

[Ponyup]

Thank you all for your support. I'm excited & scared. I can't wait until I can get an appointment & take the test to see what might be a good fit for me. I've never really had a passion that could translate into a job; that's where my issue lies. I like a lot of things, but i've never loved anything. I love animals, so i thought i wanted to be a vet, but working in a vet office when I was 15 made me quesy. I love music, but don't have a lot of talent, so that's not an option. I love math & love to tutor people, but i'm not sure i could deal with who don't want to be there & don't want to learn, plus i'm not the most PC person in the world (my mouth has no filter, what i think comes right out). I think I could really enjoy the psychology. I love to learn new things & new challenges & i like to help people. Also business law is now on the radar. Again thank you all for your support.

[Ponyup]

I have an appointment with the career counselor on Thurs. at 4:30. They gave me instructions to take the Meyers-brigg & strong interest inventory tests over the internet before I come in so those things are done. I'm getting very excited to see what they say i would enjoy. Hopefully this clears some things up for me & I can start towards a career i could really enjoy.

[judy]

How interesting!

I took a similar test as a teenager. I think I was supposed to be an artist and/or an art teacher. I became a science teacher, but I think nature and the universe are exquisite, so it worked out well for me.

Keep us posted.