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clo
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Townsville City, Queensland, Australia
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Hi!!! I really would like to become a politician, lawyer, singer, actor, or psychologist when i grow up. (its a lot, i know☺️😂😅). any tips on how to achieve this?
I can sing and write songs they just aren't really that good lol
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Vianne Phan
Youth Development Teacher
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Vianne’s Answer
You don't need to settle on just one thing right now. Many people try different paths before finding what truly suits them. If you're into singing and songwriting, keep practicing and sharing your work, even if it’s not perfect yet. The more you do it, the better you'll get, and your confidence will grow.
For areas like politics, law, acting, or psychology, start by learning as much as you can and gaining small experiences. Try volunteering, joining clubs, or taking classes in subjects you enjoy. This will help you see what feels right and give you a head start. Skills from one area can also help in another—like how writing songs can boost storytelling for acting or public speaking for politics.
The key is to try different things, make mistakes, and keep moving forward. Nobody is perfect at the start, and exploring helps you find the path that fits you best. Remember to have fun because you’ll do better if you enjoy what you’re doing.
For areas like politics, law, acting, or psychology, start by learning as much as you can and gaining small experiences. Try volunteering, joining clubs, or taking classes in subjects you enjoy. This will help you see what feels right and give you a head start. Skills from one area can also help in another—like how writing songs can boost storytelling for acting or public speaking for politics.
The key is to try different things, make mistakes, and keep moving forward. Nobody is perfect at the start, and exploring helps you find the path that fits you best. Remember to have fun because you’ll do better if you enjoy what you’re doing.
Martha D. Kramer
Corporate Training and Communications
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Hi, Clo, it is great to have so many interests.
While Vianne has given you excellent advice, I was thinking of a different approach. I see law and politics as related. So you could get a law degree (taking music courses as electives) and enter politics at a local level to see how you like it. Or maybe volunteer on a campaign or work in a legislative office to gain experience and perspective. Remember that you could always communicate with politicians or advocate for issues of importance to you as a private citizen.
Alternately, you could pursue acting and singing while young and with fewer financial responsibilities, then pursue law and politics. Perhaps you could write songs about issues that matter to you? Again, as a private citizen, you could still be involved with social issues.
I see psychology as relevant to all the areas you mention. It could help deepen your understanding of emotion for acting and song-writing. It could also help you frame positions in politics and gain insights into negotiation.
I hope this helps and wish you good luck!
While Vianne has given you excellent advice, I was thinking of a different approach. I see law and politics as related. So you could get a law degree (taking music courses as electives) and enter politics at a local level to see how you like it. Or maybe volunteer on a campaign or work in a legislative office to gain experience and perspective. Remember that you could always communicate with politicians or advocate for issues of importance to you as a private citizen.
Alternately, you could pursue acting and singing while young and with fewer financial responsibilities, then pursue law and politics. Perhaps you could write songs about issues that matter to you? Again, as a private citizen, you could still be involved with social issues.
I see psychology as relevant to all the areas you mention. It could help deepen your understanding of emotion for acting and song-writing. It could also help you frame positions in politics and gain insights into negotiation.
I hope this helps and wish you good luck!