Grad school

[mer_lowe]

Grrness on life. Or at least figuring out what to do with ones life. I have the predicament that I really enjoy my job but I tend to feel that it does not use my abilities to their full potential. I know that if I stay in this job too long I will burnout and probably start hating it. That and I hear that if you stay an FA too long it becomes harder

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[faeriemere]

What is it about our culture that makes us feel guilty for wanting to be married, possibly with children, by age thirty? It's so frustrating to want that and to feel that it somehow makes one a lesser person.

Anyway. What kind of job can you see yourself doing long-term and not burning out and hating? Library Science has been at the top of that list for a long time now; if you're sure that's the direction you want to head, then go for it. If you can think of other career options with that much appeal, then by all means, consider them as well. But don't expect yourself to be psychic or premonitory. All you can do is follow God to the best of your ability. If "missteps" occur...well, they are part of life. Some are bigger than others, some are more avoidable, but in the end, they all boil down to the simple fact that we're only human. Don't overload yourself with second and third guesses. God will open the doors He wants you to walk through. You have to look for them, but He won't leave you in the dark without any guidance.

[coventry_lance]

I agree with Pua: What is it with our culture? That's about the only thing I'm sure about, too, and I won't tell most people. But it's not something to feel guilty or pathetic about.

I've considered an MLS. That's a lot of choices, but I'm sure you'll do fine. I'm praying for you.

Would you ever be completely sure? Sometimes I think you just have to believe and go for it.

But that said, I empathize with how you feel. Sometimes I so fear being left behind or such that it's petrifying. But you have to keep going and realize it's a lie. You're not going to be stagnant or left behind.

I'm not really sure what to say. I'm praying for you and I'm sure things will work out. I understand and even commend your desire for a family. (I would so love (to at least be starting) one by the time I'm thirty. It's almost unbelievable how strong the desire is. I think you should go for your MLS and try something new.

[jesselowe]

Based on my (and Dawn's) experiences with library school

[mer_lowe]

Thank you very much. I appreciate your insight and support. I borrowed some books from the library today that soud be somewhat helpful too.

(Sorry I accidently deleted yo other comment but I did read it first.)