When I was much younger, watching people on tv say "do what you love, follow your dreams, be passionate about what you do", it sounded like they were just trying to motivate people which is true but, I didn't really think about it until now.
For three years of my life I have been studying a course that I don't like, I don't have passion for it and I'm not even good at it. All because I have no other option and my dad wants me to have a BSC.
It hurts now because I'm not doing so well in school for obvious reasons and Nigeria's unending strike is messing it up the more.
Time is far spent and I'm doing nothing about it. My real passion is culinary arts. I love cooking and it gives me so much Joy when I do. I'm a sucker for cooking shows especially on Food network. I love anything that would make people smile and happy and that's cooking for me.
I could name 30 chefs without thinking about it. The problem is, my dad wants me to have a BSC degree certificate and culinary schools only offer diploma. My dad won't let me and I feel so hurt whenever I think about it.
I hate my course (which is mathematics by the way) and I don't want to continue with it. I get frustrated when I'm in school and I think I may graduate with a second class lower if I'm not serious.
I've been thinking about it lately and I really don't want to go back to school doing something I don't like. It's like I'm wasting my time. If I was offered a chance to go to a nursing school I would run for it because it gives the opportunity to be nice to people and make people smile as well.
If only I have the money to pay my fees, I would drop out of the university so easily.
I've learnt a lesson though, I'll never let my kids do something they're not comfortable with. It'll be selfish of me and I know how painful it is.
In conclusion, following ones passion and doing what a person loves is the ultimate goal to a successful and stress free career. If you like something, go for it and don't let anyone talk you out of doing what you love.
I wish that you follow your heart and do what you love. ❤️
Big hugs and butt slaps.