What course for college?
By lhakt0s
@lhakt0s (29)
Philippines
2 responses
@ladyluna (7004)
• United States
7 Apr 07
Hi Lhakt0s,
Welcome to MyLot. I hope you enjoy your time here. There is much to gain, and much to share.
So, happy MyLotting!
As to your particular dilemma:
None outside ourselves can show us our path. The process is as much a reward as the destination.
Also, it is not unusual for someone your age to be unclear about your future. In fact, it's really quite common.
I am at a bit of a loss though. I am unaware of what courses you have already taken, and what your inherent skills and talents are. Knowing this will help to better suggest some possible curriculum choices.
There are a couple of tips that I will share out of the gate. What you do with them is entirely up to you.
First: What is your dream? If you could do anything what would it be? Do you want to travel the world? Do you want to invent a new technology? Do you want to save lives? Do you want to guide others who may also be unclear about their talents and opportunities? Remember, everyone serves a purpose with their life. Sometimes the purpose cannot reveal itself until we have sufficiently floundered.
Second: Regardless of your dream, purpose (or destiny if your beliefs bend to that direction) you must first successfully develop some basic skills.
-- You must be able to communicate effectively. This means verbal and written communication. And, you will probably find it helpful to have a basic understanding of human psychology.
-- You must develop critical thinking skills to problem solve and evaluate potential risk/reward scenarios. A bit of philosophy and a tad of analytical thinking or critical thinking curriculum will help here.
-- You must have at least a bit of basic mathematical and computer literacy under your belt.
Third: Many people find working part-time for a temporary employment agency very helpful in deciding what they'd like to do with their future. Actually, what's more often gained is an education in what one does not want to do with their future. This is not to be discarded as lacking in value. Sometimes the best way to decide what we like is by ruling out what we don't like!
I don't pretend to know how things work in the Phillipines. But, I presume that college is expensive there, as it is in the U.S.A. So, perhaps the wisest thing to do is to register at a community or junior college to fulfill standard, basic prerequisites. Then, as you've had more time to get a taste for your likes/dislikes you can transfer to a four-year school to finish out your junior/senior year. This will help to minimize some of the costs.
As for your tendency to drop classes (as mentioned to me in your other post), I suggest taking one class that would be very low on your list of preferences ... like a lab math or science, or basic accounting. Take this one class that you're just sure you're gonna' despise. Then dedicate your whole self to finishing that class. And, passing it with at least a 'B', preferably an 'A'. Whenever you feel like quitting, remind yourself that it's "just one class". When you've finished it, you will have overcome one of man's greatest challenges
- you will have mastered the art of perserverence! Once you prove to yourself that you did it, you will know in your soul that you can do anything that you put your mind to!!!
If you want to provide more details, and further brainstorm, I'll be happy to further discuss this issue.
Have a great night!
-Ladyluna
@naty1941 (2336)
• United States
7 Apr 07
They have Counselors in College that can assist you. However, I recommend you start with the basics, math, language, arts, science etc., and then go for the electives. Check in your area to find out the best occupations so you can have a job when you finish College. Try to obtain a solid education in an occupation that has a high employability. Good Luck.
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