More Than Ever

November 22, 2008

There are only a few people (my age) I personally know who are on their way to living their dreams. As far as I can gather, it wasn’t an easy ride. There is something about Dreams—the more you want it, the harder it is to get. Twenty years old is a good age to start doing the things you love. It’s better if you’re far away from the starting point.

 

I wasted four years living up to expectations and taking the most convenient way. I thought that Law is the best option for me, because I know that it’s a profession that suits my intellect and personality and would give me a lot of opportunities to earn. Eventually I lost interest in Law because studying Political Science was not as inspiring as I hoped. It just wasn’t the thing for me—period. I don’t have a sense of justice, a reverence for the law, nor do I care much about other people’s problems. If I just do it for the money and the success, who am I kidding? I must love what I do, otherwise my life wouldn’t mean a pile of shit.

 

I take pride in the fact that I know exactly what I want and being a  lawyer is not one of these things, not anymore.

 

So this is what I’m telling myself: after I graduate, I will pursue what I love doing the most. I’m not courageous or stupid enough to run after it and leave everything behind. This just means that every step I take will bring me closer to my goal. I know exactly what I want and I have an idea of what I to do to get it.


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Previous Comments

Go Liz! You have everything you need to fulfill your dreams. I can’t wait to see it happen. :-)

Posted by Sexy Nomad at November 22, 2008, 11:50 pm

You remind me of a 26-year old young man who also majored in Political Science, but does not want to take law, no matter how much we encourage him and promise him full financial and moral support. Hmmm…. I suppose you know him? :)

Posted by rhodora at November 23, 2008, 1:31 pm

you’ll be awesome, Liz.
it’s been a while but i’m still here. hope you’re doin’ okay.
take care!

Posted by cheska at November 25, 2008, 9:42 pm

You’re lucky. Most people (including me) are still trying to find out what they want to do with their lives.

Posted by ecoboy at November 26, 2008, 1:43 am

Good for you, Liz :) With that drive and determination, I’m sure that you will definitely achieve your dreams.

In my case, I always knew that I wanted a job related to art. In spite of all the things that are said about artists (”there’s no money in it”, “it’s not a REAL profession”, etc.), I knew that if I didn’t do anything creative, I wouldn’t be happy at all with my life. And, hell, I’m stubborn and I won’t let ANYONE force me into doing something I don’t want to do :p

Posted by sh3lly at November 28, 2008, 1:50 am

You know what’s good for you. GOOD LUCK!

Posted by AuTom at November 30, 2008, 6:06 pm