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28 years old, want to study medicine again, and feel confused about what you're doing? By Anonymous | Published on December 18, 2024

I have been very anxious lately, until the night before yesterday I couldn't sleep, and I have been in a state of high anxiety. Yesterday when I went to work, I felt very dazed, with a headache, chest tightness, and stiff limbs. I have felt this way before, but now that I am older, it is more difficult for me to get rid of these feelings.

Reason 1: The industry is not doing well, and there is a risk of layoffs or salary cuts.

Reason 2: I still want to take the postgraduate entrance exam. But as the registration period approaches, I find that I am not as determined as I was before to choose the interdisciplinary major I had chosen.

But in these thoughts, I also gradually understood what I ultimately wanted: a more stable career with a noble professional mission. I didn't want to be a teacher, and the only thing I could think of was a doctor, but to become a doctor you have to start with an undergraduate degree, which means that this path will not be recognized by anyone, but I surprisingly felt that I could make the decision to start over.

This is the kind of thinking that makes me feel hopeful on the one hand, and unreasonable on the other. In this kind of repeated struggle, my mental state is in a complete state of collapse, which has affected my daily work and life. I feel dazed, as if I don't know this world.

Obviously no one will support me in studying medicine again, but I can't find a way to accept who I am now. Continuing will only be a waste of time, and I may even miss the registration deadline for the postgraduate entrance exam.

I don't know what to do anymore.

Quintilla Quintilla A total of 9138 people have been helped

I can see you're anxious and confused. You want to change tracks at 28, but you have concerns and difficulties making decisions.

When you have a calling and practical difficulties, it can cause mental confusion and a breakdown.

I hope this helps you think in new ways:

I hope this helps you think in new ways:

Relieve tension and anxiety, then think about the future.

I've been anxious lately and couldn't sleep until last night. I felt very dazed at work yesterday with a headache, chest tightness, and stiff limbs.

Your body is telling you something. You need to calm down before you can think clearly.

It's hard to do work or study when you have a high fever.

You can try exercising, talking to someone, painting, writing, etc.

You can try these methods to relieve anxiety. Here is a simple method of relieving anxiety through abdominal breathing:

Name it.

Bring your attention back to your surroundings, sensations, emotions, and thoughts. Label your emotions.

Step 2: Focus

Focus on your lower abdomen. With each inhale, say "in"; with each exhale, say "out." Just focus on the breath, without trying to change anything.

Step 3: Grow

Focus on a part of your body that feels strong. Surround it with awareness and tell yourself it's okay. With each exhalation, make the part of your body feel softer and more relaxed.

You can find more mindfulness meditation audios on the market, including the "Meditation Planet" on Yixinli.

2. In the face of "poetry and distance," be down-to-earth and take each step carefully.

I also understood that I wanted a more stable career with a noble calling. If I didn't want to be a teacher, the only thing I could think of was being a doctor. But to become a doctor, you have to start with an undergraduate degree. I felt that I could make the decision to start over.

You've come to understand what you really want, but practical factors like age make it difficult.

When we're at a crossroads again, we can help ourselves by thinking about the following:

1. Look back at your past decisions to see if you still want what you originally wanted.

This review helps you see through the fog of indecision and clearly see your choices and preferences.

2. Becoming a doctor is a process with many steps. Each step is a test to see if you really want it.

Sometimes "poetry and distance" are appealing because they're unattainable. To understand whether this is just because they're unattainable or if there's something else going on.

Notice the changes in your needs at each step.

The initial change is the easiest, but it also helps you understand if you really want it or if you're just tired of your current life.

You can also ask people who have already achieved your ideal career to see how well their current situation matches your ideal life.

If there's a big difference, it's a chance to rethink your goals.

Your body and feelings can help you make decisions.

I hope this inspires you.

I am a psychotherapist who cares for the human heart. Bless you.

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Conrad Conrad A total of 957 people have been helped

Hello, question asker! My name is Evan, and I'm thrilled to be here to help.

From your description, it's clear you're at a crossroads in your career. You're not sure what to do next, but that's okay! When facing the future, it's natural to feel uncertain. But remember, you have the power to shape your own life. You don't need to wait for someone else to give you a detailed answer. You can find your path and seize it with confidence.

I'm here to give the OP a big pat on the shoulder and some much-needed strength. It's totally normal not to have a plan for your future career. We're all still learning about ourselves and figuring out if the path we're on is right for us. But here's the good news: by finding a path that suits us, we can go further and further!

I see a reflection of myself in the questioner. I also didn't start studying medicine until I was in my thirties. When I first started, it wasn't actually the industry I most wanted to enter, or even my favorite industry, but I thought that this industry could bring me what I wanted, so I still resolutely decided to devote myself to it. Although I haven't yet formally obtained a doctor's license, I have stumbled along in this industry for a period of time. In fact, along the way, I have encountered many classmates who, like the questioner, have turned from their original industry and devoted themselves to the medical industry. We often jokingly say that those who advise others to study medicine will be struck by lightning, but I say, go for it!

At first, I didn't understand the meaning of this sentence. It was challenging, but I was up for the task! It requires dedication and hard work, but it's worth it. Entering the medical profession is not as simple as just entering it. If you want more opportunities or a higher status, you have to keep learning, interning, and practicing. There is a long, long way to go from medical assistant to doctor, but it's an exciting journey!

From my experience as a veteran, I can tell you that you can absolutely find a path that you feel is right for you!

I'm not here to persuade you to study or not, but I can tell you this: once you embark on the path of studying medicine, you must firmly continue on it. While walking on this path, you should also look to see what industry suits you better. I have wanted to study psychology since high school, so I will pay more attention to the psychological industry while studying medicine, and it is only by studying psychiatry that I have come this far.

The most important thing is to think about the impression you want to leave on others and what others will think of you when you look back on your past decisions.

Since the question was asked on a platform, I can't go into great detail, but I can give the questioner some simple advice!

Be honest!

It's so important to be honest with your career choice! Everyone's career purpose is different. Some people work in certain occupations just to earn money, while others do it because they are good at it.

Everyone's career goals are different, so the question asker needs to be honest with themselves. It's time to find out what your purpose is for wanting to change careers! And what about your purpose for wanting to do this job?

Now, let's think about why you're engaging in this occupation.

What amazing things can you get from this career?

What do you hope to gain from this career?

Now, let's talk about your competitiveness in this career!

What do you feel is needed in this career?

Write down everything you love!

The questioner can also write about what they love, the people and things they love, and the life they want in the future. A career is for us to better survive and live. If the questioner loves their family, then a career may not necessarily be their greatest love—and that's okay! There are so many other things in life that bring joy and fulfillment.

It's just something we all need to do to survive and live our best lives! The questioner doesn't need to focus on their career, but they can find the people and things they love and focus their energy on their goals and interests!

Take a relevant career test and find out what your perfect career could be!

There are so many fantastic test scales out there that can help the subject know whether they are suitable for a certain type of work! For example, the ever-popular MBTI, PDP, and other personality or career test scales.

These scales are just a reference, of course. There are so many possibilities for people, and there's no need to follow them exactly. What matters most is what you want to do and what you like!

Now, look at what stage of life you are in!

As the old saying goes, "At thirty, you stand on your own two feet; at forty, you no longer doubt." The questioner is approaching his thirties, and every day we play different roles or label ourselves with different behaviors.

So what does the questioner know about himself, and what role does he play in society? Our roles may include "son," "engineer," "boss," "programmer," "baking enthusiast," and so much more!

Now for the fun part! List your identities on a piece of paper. Consider which roles are the most enduring and which role is the most important in your opinion?

Now, think about all the amazing roles you want to play in the future!

Guess what! Some roles may be played by the questioner for the whole life, such as "son" or "programmer." These are the nouns that can be used to describe you as a person when the questioner leaves the world.

Now, think about which roles you feel a lot of pressure from and which have a negative effect on your life. You can absolutely drop these roles in the future!

You can help yourself by thinking about what you want to accomplish. You think that being a doctor is stable and respected, but there are actually many other professions that are like this, such as psychological counselors, mental health counselors, and people working in the public interest. So many options!

Is it because you're looking for a more stable job that you want to get a stable job and earn the respect of others? If so, you can add "doctor" to your list!

Think about why you want to take on this role!

Now, think about why you are in your current role, or why you want to be in a future role. To create a life plan, you must be clear about what your priorities are at this stage.

Think about all the amazing roles you continue to play and all the incredible roles you want to fill in the future. What are the reasons for you to take on these roles?

Here's a great way to get the questioner to think about these reasons: imagine your funeral! (This method may sound morbid, but it really works!) Who will attend the questioner's funeral?

The questioner can imagine how people will judge you. Perhaps the thing the questioner most longs to hear is that you are a good doctor and that others revere you!

I would absolutely love to hear others' comments on other aspects of the question!

Stay optimistic and embrace your choices! No matter what you choose, you'll be starting an exciting new journey. When faced with a choice, follow your heart. You can take the postgraduate entrance exam or study medicine! Which is more beneficial to you? Or, you can do both! This is an amazing opportunity.

I really hope my answer can help the questioner!

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Juliette Nguyen Juliette Nguyen A total of 8124 people have been helped

Hello, question asker!

From your description, I can sense your inner anxiety, pressure, and internal conflict. At the same time, I also see that you are a person with goals and ideals.

You're confused and negative. Your current job has made you want to take the postgraduate entrance exam and study medicine, but you don't have the courage or external support, so you're troubled. Is that right?

You've already taken the postgraduate entrance exam once. You found that you lacked the necessary determination. You wanted to take the exam in a different field, which shows that you'd considered this before, but you just weren't confident enough.

You hesitate. Is that it?

You look for the ideas you once had and wanted to do, but you find that there are many difficulties along the way. If you want to take the exam to become a doctor, you may have to start over. You also described that you are not recognized or supported on this path. You understand what you have to do, but because of these uncertain factors, you have been thinking about it without doing it, and you feel anxious. You need to take action.

From your description, it's clear you're an outstanding candidate. You've taken the initiative to take the postgraduate entrance exam across multiple disciplines and have set your sights on becoming a doctor. It's evident you have a clear goal in mind. However, you haven't yet taken the necessary steps to achieve it. This may be due to a lack of self-belief. Do you agree with my assessment?

Your feelings are normal. There is nothing wrong or right about them. Most people have experienced what you are feeling, including me. We are unwilling to accept the status quo and want to pursue what we like and are good at. We will encounter difficulties on the path to what we like. We will overcome these difficulties and get closer and closer to our goal. If we can't overcome them, we may lose everything we have done. This is also a source of anxiety for you, isn't it?

I saw your question and just finished talking to a colleague. He's studying after work. Before, he was casual, but a broken heart made him more serious. I'm 32 and have achieved nothing. I've been taking exams, but I haven't tried hard enough. I understand your feelings better than you do.

Next, I will use my methods to give you advice and insights, with the goal of inspiring and helping you.

First, stop the negative thoughts.

You need to stop these negative emotions from occurring. The exam registration period is about to start, and if you continue to be conflicted and experience internal conflict and depletion, you won't have much time left for exam review. You need to stop these negative emotions from occurring. I know it's difficult, but if you want to stop these negative emotions, you can relieve them through exercise. Exercise releases dopamine, which makes us feel happy. It's one of the best ways to relieve anxiety and make us more aware.

Second, you must use positive mental suggestions to alleviate this kind of emotion.

Let me be clear: problems in life are not as serious as we make them out to be. The more we dwell on them, the longer they persist. It's a simple fact that the more we think about being anxious, the more anxious we become. If you're willing to take the advice in the article and go back and forth to offset this negative emotion, you will feel different. You can start by giving yourself a daily reminder: I can do it. As long as I want to do it, I can definitely do it. Practice makes perfect. The more you practice, the more you'll be able to do it. The more positive encouragement you give yourself, the more power you'll feel inside, and you'll offset the bad emotions. Do you agree with what I said?

You need to learn to trust yourself, think less, and do more.

When you encounter these doubts, you don't really believe you can pass. You even put pressure on yourself for what other people think. But do you really think what other people think is that important? It isn't. The most important thing is how we see it.

Believe in yourself. Don't care what other people think. Overcome your doubts. Tell yourself, "I can do it, no matter what the outcome is."

I am willing to try and work hard. You have the heart to believe in yourself and start acting, rather than always thinking about the difficulties and not moving forward. Do more and think less. Most of us know the truth: to think less means that we shouldn't go, always thinking about what I want to do and how I want to do it?

Take action. Look at one more question or one more tree today than tomorrow. This is action. Do you understand what I mean?

Seek help from a professional counselor.

If you want to change yourself but can't get strength from your parents, friends, and family, seek help from a professional counselor. A counselor can use their techniques to help you sort things out and find out what's wrong with your subconscious. They will also use a professional technique to help you create a safe and inclusive environment, so that you can work hard to change yourself and believe in yourself.

Psychological counseling won't solve your problems overnight, but it will help you recognize your strengths and resources so you can make the changes you need to. Do you understand?

I want to be clear that age is not a problem. If you want to do it, the most important thing is to take the first step. Learn and focus on learning, and you will get rid of this anxiety. Inner conflicts and anxiety are the products of our lives. Life also heals us. We are willing to do it. Meeting you and coming here to ask questions shows that I have a goal and a method. So you have to pay more attention to how eager you really are and whether you really want the state you want.

You can also imagine what kind of lifestyle, learning style, or work style you want and how to achieve a state where you don't feel this anxiety. This will help you feel more at ease on the road to the postgraduate entrance exam and work more comfortably. If you achieve the state you want, you will be different from how you are now.

Tell me, what efforts have you made to get to this state? And when you reach this state, who will be the first to notice your change?

I want to be clear: 28 is not an old age. If you want to do it, you can ignore the approval and evaluation of others because life is yours to live as you choose.

You need to stop thinking so much and start acting. That's how you'll cure your anxiety and inner conflicts!

Let's cheer together!

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Quinton Quinton A total of 1362 people have been helped

I can sense the anxiety/am-i-wrong-to-suspect-my-pain-with-such-internal-conflict-and-distress-how-can-i-change-14921.html" target="_blank">conflict, anxiety, and restlessness in the questioner's heart. On the one hand, there's the pressure of the social pressure and risks faced by the questioner's current industry. On the other hand, there's the questioner's inner desire and pursuit of an ideal life. These two different thoughts intertwine and collide in the questioner's mind, which is also a conflict between real life and ideal life. It's painful for anyone to have such a conflict constantly churning in their heart.

Maybe the questioner doesn't realize that the cause of his suffering is his own lack of acceptance of himself in his current situation, not the situation itself. He needs to recognize that what he doesn't accept is not the situation but his real self. This lack of acceptance has nothing to do with your work or who you are. It's simply a lack of acceptance of oneself. This requires the questioner to go deep inside to realize whether this lack of acceptance is an idea he already has or if he's made someone else's idea his own. He also needs to understand the meaning behind this idea and what it's expressing.

If you don't accept your true self, it'll cause a series of problems. It'll make you anxious, keep you awake at night, and cause you pain. The more you don't accept it, the more you want to get rid of it. The more you want to get rid of it, the more you can't get rid of it. The more you can't get rid of it, the more anxiety and pain you feel. The more anxiety and pain you feel, the less you accept your true self. This forms a vicious cycle of "not accepting yourself" - "wanting to get rid of it" - "unable to get rid of it" - "anxiety and pain" - "not accepting yourself".

If you want to escape the current pain, you need to break this cycle. Or you can try to accept yourself as you are, accept your current anxiety, restlessness, insomnia, and pain. This is like breaking the chain of the vicious cycle, and it will stop. When the vicious cycle stops, the anxiety and pain will naturally ease. If you keep developing in this state, the pain will become less and less, and you will become more and more accepting of yourself. The more pleasure you experience internally, the more you will form a positive cycle.

The questioner knows this kind of self isn't what he wants, but he's not sure what he does want. He thinks a noble career mission is more stable, but he doesn't want to be a teacher. So, he's thinking of being a doctor. Here's a question for the questioner: Based on your understanding of the doctor profession, where do you think you can go according to your actual conditions and abilities? Are you prepared to face and solve the various problems you encounter in your studies and work?

We all want the ideal life, but to make it happen, we need to make sure we have the right tools for the job. It's like building a villa: you need money to buy the land before you can start building. Some people say you can use wood and steel instead of bricks and tiles, and that's fine. But even then, you need the right materials to support the construction, and it can only be completed step by step with the help of people.

If the weather is good, we've got enough material and enough manpower to keep the construction period on track. But if there's bad weather or a shortage of materials that we can't get, or if we don't have enough manpower, the construction period will be extended indefinitely. That means more time, energy, and investment, and the project will take longer to complete than we originally thought. At this point, you might have a lot of different emotions and feelings. It's important to adjust your mentality and accept the reality of the situation.

So, I think it's important to understand your emotions and feelings, but it's also good to know yourself and your abilities better. It's useful to think about your current and future goals and plans, and to make a practical learning, work, and life plan that you can achieve based on your current situation. You could also think about talking to a suitable teacher.

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Katherine Katherine A total of 7073 people have been helped

Good morning, host. My name is Smile.

Thank you for the opportunity to respond. Based on your description, I believe I understand the question you are seeking an answer to. In that regard, I extend my support in the form of a four-dimensional embrace.

From the issues you outlined in your description, it is evident that you are currently facing two distinct options with varying advantages and disadvantages. This has led to a high level of uncertainty and confusion regarding the optimal choice.

It is also normal to experience doubts and conflicts when making important decisions. This is a natural part of the decision-making process, particularly when considering two different options that could have significant implications for one's life. It is understandable to spend a considerable amount of time evaluating these choices, as they often represent pivotal moments in an individual's life.

Regarding the two options you outlined, one is to maintain your current position, but there is a risk of being laid off or having your salary reduced. The second is to pursue a career in medicine, which entails significant risk due to the necessity of starting from the undergraduate level. This path is not conventional and is likely to be challenging.

It is challenging to provide a prompt response to these two options due to the numerous factors involved. The uncertainty surrounding the optimal choice can be overwhelming. If you select the first option, it will necessitate foregoing the second. This makes it difficult to consider the full range of implications.

In this regard, I have also summarized some methods to help alleviate the current situation, and I hope they prove useful to you.

(1) Follow your innermost thoughts and do not abandon them simply because the risks are significant. If you do not pursue your genuine interests, you may later regret your decision.

(2) You are aware of your true preferences, but the decision you must make at this time will have significant consequences. Why do you say that? Because this decision involves substantial risk and numerous considerations.

(3) Once a decision has been made, it is important to accept responsibility for that decision rather than dwelling on what might have been.

(4) You may wish to engage in conversation with friends or family members to gain insight into your thoughts and feelings. Additionally, requesting their input on the two options presented could prove beneficial in making an informed decision.

(5) Once you have made a decision and selected a course of action, it is important to provide yourself with the necessary courage and motivation to continue moving forward.

Best regards, [Your name]

Best regards,

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Beatrice Grace Murphy Beatrice Grace Murphy A total of 123 people have been helped

Hello!

I am a heart exploration coach, and I can tell you with certainty that learning is the treasure of the body.

From your description, it is clear that you are experiencing a range of intense emotions, including confusion, anxiety, helplessness, and overwhelming feelings of pain and distress.

I won't dwell on the distress caused by your confusion about what you've done. I will, however, offer you three pieces of advice.

First, you need to understand and accept your current state.

Doing so will make your heart feel slightly lighter, which will help you think about what to do next.

You say that you have been anxious lately. You are 28 years old and want to pursue a stable career with a noble calling. You have thought about studying medicine, but you know that you need to start with an undergraduate degree and you won't have anyone's support. You can't find a way to accept yourself as you are, and you are worried that if you keep struggling, you will miss the application deadline for postgraduate entrance exams. You are anxious. In fact, if someone else were in your shoes, they would most likely be in the same situation as you. You are right to be concerned about choosing a career that is obviously not supported by anyone, although you want to start over. It is a struggle for most people because an external support system is important, and external evaluations can also affect personal choices. This includes your worry about missing the application deadline for postgraduate entrance exams and your inability to accept yourself. If someone else were in your shoes, they would also be anxious. You need to try to understand yourself and accept yourself. This will give you extra mental energy to think about other things, otherwise your mind will be filled with all kinds of negative emotions.

You must allow yourself to understand and accept yourself if you want to promote change in the current situation. It may sound contradictory, but this is the case because change is based on allowing for no change.

Secondly, you must view your own state rationally.

Rational thinking helps you understand yourself and reality better.

To rationally view this, you must do the following three things:

First, understand that there are other occupations besides teachers and doctors that offer a more stable career with a noble calling.

You said you gradually understood your desired career status and finally thought of becoming a doctor. This is not the case. There are many stable jobs with noble missions. In fact, every job is noble when done well, because doing a good job is serving others well. Jobs that serve others well are noble. The stability you mentioned has to do with our inner selves.

I support you studying medicine, but you need to change your thinking. There are many other jobs worth choosing. Find a job that suits you better. Stop feeling so lost and anxious.

Second, you must accept yourself if you want to do any work well.

You have to accept yourself if you want to become better. Otherwise, you'll never find the motivation to improve and perfect yourself.

Accepting yourself is not about giving up or lying down. It's about accepting your imperfections and knowing that you are not perfect. You will have times and areas where you are not doing well. Then, you will spend time and energy to become better.

You must recognize your own advantages and acknowledge your strengths. It's likely that you believe you lack advantages, but everyone has them, and you are no exception. Your decision to seek help demonstrates your motivation. From your description, it's evident that you possess strong expressive and reflective abilities. You have numerous advantages. When you recognize your strengths, you will feel more confident.

Third, know that you can change the status quo.

When you take the initiative and exert your subjective will, your state will naturally change. You will be able to make rational choices and know what to do.

You need to focus on yourself and think about what you can do to feel better.

For example, you should find out exactly what it takes to study medicine and see if you can handle the undergraduate content. Once you really understand the knowledge required to study medicine, you will know if you can do well, including whether you can really study medicine.

You can also learn more about related postgraduate majors. If studying medicine is not an option, then you will find other occupations that you consider stable and have a noble professional calling while you are truly learning about them, so that you can apply for them.

You must accept what you cannot change for the time being while seeing your own advantages and changing what you can. When you improve yourself in a targeted manner, you will be less anxious and will be able to make your own judgments about the current industry.

You should also research the industry you're in. Find out what other people in the industry are doing, what the future holds, and what other jobs are out there. This research will help you understand yourself and the industry better, and it will help you make choices. You need to know that you can improve the situation.

You will naturally start to feel better as you take action. This is because taking action is the enemy of various negative emotions.

If your condition has not improved after taking the recommended actions or even worsens, you should go to a professional psychiatric department for a check-up. You may have developed an anxiety disorder. From your description, you already have somatization symptoms, so you should take this seriously.

I am confident that my answer will be helpful to you. If you would like to communicate further, simply click "Find a coach to interpret – online conversation" at the bottom, and I will communicate with you one-on-one.

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Patrick Patrick A total of 5035 people have been helped

Hello, question asker.

From what you've said, it seems like you're going through a rough patch right now. It looks like you're going through a lot of changes in your career, and it's understandable that you're feeling a bit overwhelmed.

You seem pretty anxious, don't you?

As they say, "If you fail to plan, you plan to fail." You're a young person with big aspirations, and you're making plans for your future and long-term interests.

Planning is just one way to show you're a person who thinks ahead and is mature in your approach.

This is really commendable.

We need to talk about a few things with you.

Which of your concerns are actually justified?

Which are caused by your cautious personality?

For instance, if you've been laid off and are currently unemployed, that's an external factor you can't control.

It's understandable that the pressure is making you anxious.

The truth is, even though you're at risk of being laid off, you can still have a great job that supports you well.

Could your anxiety be related to your cautious and overly sensitive personality?

To explain further, have you ever thought that your anxiety is related to pessimistic thinking and overestimating the likelihood of catastrophic events?

Oh, that actually happened!

Or is it the catastrophic thinking that makes you assume that what you've been worrying about is actually going to happen?

And what about the anxiety that results from all this?

Moreover, re-studying medicine would have been a great move, showing off your ambition.

It's a choice that deserves recognition. So, why is it so difficult for you?

The choice isn't difficult. The main thing is, what's stopping you from making a decision?

Does it make you indecisive and hesitant, resulting in serious internal conflict?

These issues require some serious thought and reflection. Once you figure them out, you'll be able to live more freely!

I'm Consultant Yao, and I'm here to support and help you as much as I can!

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Esme Woods Esme Woods A total of 8747 people have been helped

Hello! I'm Yu Ting, a psychological counselor.

I see your question! You're 28 years old and want to study medicine again, but you're feeling a bit confused about what you're doing.

I get the feeling that the person asking the question is:

I can feel your confusion, your perplexity, and your anxiety. You are approaching your 30th birthday and are feeling dissatisfied with your current situation, which is totally understandable! I think your anxiety is caused by your high expectations of yourself, which is something we can all relate to. This anxiety has made you think about whether you need to change careers, whether you need to take postgraduate exams, and what you ultimately like, which are all really important questions to ask yourself!

I know the process made you feel pain and anxiety, but these feelings were all very meaningful and worth celebrating. They were also part of your own growth process. Everyone's growth is always accompanied by a certain amount of pain, but it's so worth it in the end!

Let's take a closer look at the problem together.

It seems like you're stuck in your current situation and can't find a way out. I can see that your problem comes from your career. I don't know what kind of industry you're in, but I know it can be tough out there! You said the industry isn't doing well and you're worried about layoffs or salary cuts. It's true that there's a lot of competition in all industries across the country, so it's important to plan ahead. Have you thought about ways you can improve your competitiveness in this industry? There will always be a small percentage in every industry that can continue to persevere.

Since you were able to choose this profession in the first place, I have a feeling you may have some kind of fondness for it, or a certain affinity with it. So now, if you want to give it up and consider choosing other uncertain professions, I just want to ask you: is it really worthwhile?

You said you hoped for a career that was more stable but had a noble calling. Then I thought of two careers: one was a teacher, and the other was a doctor. You said you didn't want to be a teacher. I totally get it! I don't know if it's because you don't think being a teacher is challenging enough, or if it's just that you don't like the profession.

You said that you were surprised that you felt you could make the decision to start studying medicine again. I can see how this idea could bring you hope, but I also know how you feel that you're being unreasonable. You know better than anyone that if you choose to start studying medicine at this time, even if the process goes well, it may take at least six to ten years to establish yourself in the industry. At that time, you may face the pressure of turning 40. I'm here to support you, but I want you to think about whether you can do it without anxiety.

I'm just wondering if it's possible that you want to replace the old anxiety with a new one?

I get the feeling you're not really looking to change careers. It seems like you're just feeling a bit tired of your current life and are looking for something different. So you've thought about changing careers, and the new career needs to be challenging and exciting. If that's the case, could we consider a more feasible way to get that kind of challenge and excitement?

I just wanted to share some personal views with you, but I realize they might not be 100% accurate. I hope they're still helpful to you, though!

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Harper Gray Harper Gray A total of 8379 people have been helped

Hello, question asker! I'm Warm-hearted Girl 1219, and I'm happy to answer your question about Yi Xinli.

From what you've said, I can see you're torn between wanting to study medicine and worrying that those around you won't support you. On top of that, you've got a job that could be subject to layoffs or salary cuts, which is making you anxious.

You're also thinking about taking the postgraduate entrance exam, but you're not sure what your major should be.

My analysis shows you're mainly worried about these three things (work, studying medicine, and taking the postgraduate entrance exam). In this regard, I have three suggestions that I hope will help you:

?1. Get a better handle on what it's really like to be a doctor before you make a decision.

A teacher of mine once told me that if you want to change careers, you need to think it over carefully. You should think about it for at least half a year or a year, and you can't make an impulsive decision.

You need some professional guidance now. If you know someone who's a doctor, you could ask them for advice.

You could ask him if you can still take the exam to become a doctor at your age. If you can, study hard and try to pass!

If you can't take the exam, it's time to move on and find another way.

?2. My advice is to stick with your current job and don't leave without giving notice.

It's tough to find work right now, especially with the pandemic. You might be at risk of being laid off or having your salary cut. But don't throw away a job that supports your living for something that's still uncertain.

Your job is your priority right now.

? 3. Think about whether you want to take the postgraduate entrance exam.

If you're not sure about your postgraduate major, you can always take the exam. You said you want to become a doctor, so that's great!

If you want to become a doctor, you'll probably have to give up a postgraduate major you're not that keen on.

☀️ If you're willing to give something up, you can gain something else in return.

You can't have everything in life. If you choose one thing, you have to give up another. That's how you'll get what you want.

☀️Ultimately, it's up to you whether you take the postgraduate entrance exam. Once you've made your decision, stick to it.

I wish you all the best for the future and much success!

At Yixinli, we love you and the world loves you too!

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Leopoldo Taylor Leopoldo Taylor A total of 2460 people have been helped

Kiss, I read your confessions, I understand your confusion, and I empathize with your situation. Please accept my sincerest condolences. Let's discuss it together!

1. Let's first consider reason 1: the industry is facing challenges, and there is a possibility of being laid off or having your salary reduced. The current situation is that the pandemic has lasted for three years, and every industry is experiencing a downturn. Even the once-booming internet industry is now laying off employees on a large scale.

If you want to avoid being laid off, it would be beneficial to improve your professional abilities and make yourself highly specialized. This is a strategy that can be effective in any industry. Instead of overthinking, it might be helpful to take action.

2. I am interested in taking the postgraduate entrance exam, but as the registration period approaches, I realize that I am still undecided about my chosen major.

You come to recognize that your aspirations are evolving. You are drawn to the idea of a more stable career with a noble professional mission. You find yourself leaning towards taking the postgraduate entrance exam to study medicine.

Perhaps you have not yet considered whether it might be possible to go straight to graduate school after reading medicine, and whether it might be feasible to prepare the basic knowledge of a four- to five-year medical undergraduate degree in one year's time. Making such a rash decision might not be the best course of action.

Have you ever considered the challenges that doctors face? When a true sense of mission arises, it may be for a relatively minor task. It's not always possible to seize the opportunity to do something significant.

For instance, in the event of an epidemic, you may not be asked to support any specific epidemic prevention work, but only to help scan the local QR code to test the nucleic acid. Do you still feel such a strong sense of mission?

There are many ways to approach this, and it's possible that your current thinking may not be the most open to new possibilities. It's always a good idea to explore your options. First, take some time to understand yourself better, and then do the same with the broader market environment.

It might be helpful to take some time to reflect on your own characteristics and the various positions available in job search software.

It's natural to experience confusion at times. With patience and reflection, clarity often emerges. I hope this is helpful as you navigate your thoughts. Thank you.

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Holly Holly A total of 4583 people have been helped

You're 28, which is the best age for your career. But times change, and few people stay in one job for life.

You can try different careers and work hard at each one. But you don't have to stay in one job forever.

Only those in the system or with real skills may work until retirement.

This is a problem for many young people. People have to adapt to society, not the other way around. Scientific and technological progress has created more jobs, but it has also brought more challenges.

More and more people are working in different fields. Even graduate students and doctors without jobs in their field have to work as deliverymen to survive. There is no distinction between noble and menial work; what is gained through labor is glorious.

You can't accept that you spent years studying for nothing. Many people can't change their thinking and face difficulties in survival.

I understand your anxiety. It's serious.

Let's work through this together to help you feel better.

First, we need to change our thinking. You say your industry is bad and you may lose your job or pay.

I don't know much about your work ability or attitude. If you can't work for this company, can you work for another?

You seem worried about losing your job. Can you find work in another industry?

If you're in an administrative field, the basic skills are the same in any industry. You just need to learn the rules of the new industry.

Can you start over at a lower level?

You want a stable job with a noble calling. Many professions fit this, like teachers, doctors, scientists, and technicians.

You've ruled out being a teacher. It's not easy, and you can't become one just by teaching the textbook.

You want to become a doctor. That's a good career plan.

Becoming a doctor takes a long time. If a teacher makes a mistake, it's easy to fix. But if a doctor makes a mistake, it could be fatal.

Medicine is also a science and extremely rigorous.

It's not too late to start at 28. Don't worry about others' support. Ask yourself: 1. Do you have money for studies? Do you need to work?

If you have to work, will you fall behind in your studies? Some people study while working, but it's hard. Can you handle it?

2. Medical students usually need a doctoral or master's degree. It takes 7-8 years from undergraduate to graduate. This is when you start a family. If you have trouble supporting yourself, it's harder to take on family responsibilities. Have you considered your personal problems?

3. Even if you start studying medicine and graduate just in time to find a job as a doctor, there are no guarantees. It all depends on your personal abilities. Studying medicine is a lifelong learning process. Are you prepared to study for the rest of your life?

It's a bit late to start studying medicine at 28, but it's not impossible. It depends on how determined you are and how much effort you're willing to put in. You still care about other people's attitudes and support.

Ask yourself if your career plan is based on what others think. Career planning should be based on your own situation and needs.

Some young people use postgraduate entrance exams and doctoral exams to escape work problems. No matter how you escape, you will ultimately have to return to the most basic need to survive.

If you're not a second-generation rich kid, you have to rely on yourself. You've thought about it, so you might as well get started.

Take the postgraduate entrance exam or study medicine again. See if you like it. You'll know in one or two years. Then you can change your mind.

You can get help from a psychologist to deal with your strong physical reactions. Focus on the positive and you will find the answer within yourself.

Survive first, then develop. Be prepared to make mistakes, then move on.

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Sophia Michelle White Sophia Michelle White A total of 5513 people have been helped

Hello, I'm Ling Bo Ruyan. Let's sort out your situation together.

You're experiencing anxiety and insomnia. You feel stiff and dazed, which means your emotions are affecting your body.

You want a stable job but don't want to be a teacher. You want to take the postgraduate entrance exam but are anxious and missed the deadline.

You want to be a doctor, but you feel old and no one will support you if you study again. I see your dilemma.

You're 28 and studying for a master's. No one understands you. Your job might be cut because the industry is in a slump.

You feel you can't accept yourself. I understand. You want a stable job, but your current job is at risk due to the downturn in the industry.

What should you do now?

First, we have an emotional problem related to our perception. The ABC theory of emotions says that our perception is B, the trigger is A, and our response is C.

Our emotions are influenced by our perception. You feel your industry is in a slump, there's a risk of layoffs, you want a stable job, and you're anxious.

Your insomnia and anxiety are caused by your perception of reality, not just the reality of layoffs. If we change our perception, our emotions will change.

The industry is in a downturn, but you still have a job.

You're doing well. You want to take the postgraduate entrance exam, but you don't have support.

You're 28 and want to change your career and life through the postgraduate entrance exam. 28 is not too old to make a fresh start. If you want to change at 82, you won't have this chance.

Be glad you're taking the test at 28, not 38, 48, or 58. When we change how we see things, our emotions might change too.

You can't accept yourself.

List the things you don't like about yourself.

If you don't accept yourself, what kind of person do you want to be? What else can you do to achieve your goal?

Do these as specifically as possible until you can take action now. When you start taking action to become the person you want to be, change has already begun.

I hope this helps. I love you.

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Nathaniel Anderson Nathaniel Anderson A total of 3813 people have been helped

Our names are written in the heavens and on earth, and our light shines among the stars.

My good friend, I'll light a heart lamp for you, so that you can see the light. We are all in the same industry, so don't give up on yourself. There is no doubt that studying medicine will always be the best choice. Don't worry about layoffs and other problems. As long as we study hard, there won't be any bad problems.

1. Good friends, we will overcome the problems in the industry. Studying medicine is hard and tiring, but the profession of doctor will never be lacking. It will become more and more common. Read "Fortress Besieged" to understand why.

2. The test is the entrance exam.

We must take the exam. This is our chance to prove ourselves. The moment has arrived. Don't give up on yourself. You must know the reason you can't retreat when going into battle, so we must also persevere and go up to protect our country and defend our land. I believe you understand this reasoning.

3. My friend, you should continue studying medicine because you like it so much. I studied traditional Chinese medicine, and I really like it. A degree is important, but the most important thing is to be able to help patients in need to relieve their suffering. If you are interested in studying medicine, you should focus on your studies and not worry about other things.

4. Education or experience?

Mastery is the most important thing, especially for doctors. A piece of paper is just a piece of paper, but it is, after all, proof of my currency that is more beneficial than money. It can also prove that we are good at learning.

We are still learning, even if we have a little less experience.

We will undoubtedly learn a plethora of medical skills and techniques at an accelerated pace in the future.

If you want to become a specialist professor, you must work hard to get there. Don't give up halfway. It'll all be worth it in the end. You'll get your Bachelor's degree in a county hospital, your Master's degree in a city hospital, and your doctorate in a provincial hospital.

No matter what kind of work you do, it's all about survival and it's just about money. But we mustn't get lost. We must forge ahead. I believe you can definitely succeed. Don't get lost. A real man must forge ahead.

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Prince Davis The key to growth is to learn from every experience and use it to move forward.

I totally understand how overwhelming everything feels right now. It's like you're standing at a crossroads with no clear direction, and the uncertainty is paralyzing.

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Handel Davis We grow when we learn to see the growth that comes from letting go of attachments.

The fear of job instability is real, especially when the industry is struggling. It's hard to stay focused on work knowing that layoffs could be around the corner. This pressure can really take a toll on your mental health.

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Helmut Davis The secret of success is to know something nobody else knows.

Choosing to pursue medicine is such a big decision, and it's brave that you're even considering it. It's not an easy path, but if this is where your heart lies, maybe it's worth exploring other ways to enter the field without starting from scratch.

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Blaine Davis Success is the result of countless failures and the determination to keep going.

Sometimes we put so much pressure on ourselves to make the perfect choice that we forget it's okay to change our minds. If teaching isn't what you want and becoming a doctor seems too farfetched, there are other careers that offer stability and fulfillment. Maybe it's time to explore those options.

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Cassius Davis Forgiveness is a way to let go of the negative energy that has been weighing us down.

It sounds like you're torn between different paths, and that indecision is exhausting. Perhaps taking a step back and focusing on what skills and experiences you already have can help guide you toward a career that aligns with your values and aspirations.

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