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Arianna
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How do I know if this is the right path for me?
I’ve often been unsure of what I wanted to pursue, with switching around career prep pathways in high school, and often jumped from career to career about what I wanted to do.
For a while recently, I’ve looked into going into the legal profession. I found myself interested in reading since childhood, and writing. My strengths and interests tend to lean towards advanced English and Social Science classes, than STEM related courses, which I struggled in. I find myself as well engrossed in political topics.
I may intend on majoring in Political Science with a minor in Literature or Journalism, on a pre-law track, but am not definitely certain yet.
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Vianne Phan
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What you're going through is quite normal, especially if you're someone who likes to think things through and follow your interests instead of rushing into a decision. It's great that you've noticed what really grabs your attention, even if you haven't figured everything out yet.
Instead of looking for one "right" answer, try to find common themes in what you enjoy. Your love for reading and writing, your skills in English and social sciences, and your interest in politics all suggest fields where critical thinking and communication are key, like law, political science, journalism, or policy work. Not being strong in STEM subjects doesn't mean you can't succeed, especially when your strengths are elsewhere.
Remember, you don't need absolute certainty to move forward. Majoring in political science with a minor in literature or journalism can open many doors, such as law, public policy, advocacy, communications, and research. A pre-law track is just a way to build useful skills, even if you decide not to go to law school later.
Also, notice how you feel when you're doing the work. Do you enjoy reading closely, writing arguments, debating, and analyzing social systems, even when it's tough? If it feels rewarding, that's a good sign you're on the right path. You can grow and change as you learn more about yourself, and choosing a path that matches your interests is a smart way to do that.
Instead of looking for one "right" answer, try to find common themes in what you enjoy. Your love for reading and writing, your skills in English and social sciences, and your interest in politics all suggest fields where critical thinking and communication are key, like law, political science, journalism, or policy work. Not being strong in STEM subjects doesn't mean you can't succeed, especially when your strengths are elsewhere.
Remember, you don't need absolute certainty to move forward. Majoring in political science with a minor in literature or journalism can open many doors, such as law, public policy, advocacy, communications, and research. A pre-law track is just a way to build useful skills, even if you decide not to go to law school later.
Also, notice how you feel when you're doing the work. Do you enjoy reading closely, writing arguments, debating, and analyzing social systems, even when it's tough? If it feels rewarding, that's a good sign you're on the right path. You can grow and change as you learn more about yourself, and choosing a path that matches your interests is a smart way to do that.