Hello,
Host:
I'm Zeng Chen, a heart exploration coach. I've read your post and I get that you're feeling confused and anxious right now.
I also want to commend you for being so open about your struggles and for actively seeking help on this platform. I'm sure it'll help you gain more clarity, organize your thoughts, and tackle your challenges with more confidence.
Next, I'll share some thoughts from the post that might help the poster see things from a different angle.
1. Take care of your emotions before you tackle the task at hand.
From the post, I can see that you mentioned that you're not sure if you're ready for this. I feel that... I've made so many wrong decisions, I'm so confused right now, what am I going to do? After reading this, I can understand your confusion.
If I were in your shoes, I'd be at a loss, too, facing these issues at your age.
However, now that I'm an observer, we can take a look at what we can do for ourselves. From the content of the post, I can tell that the poster seems to be in a dilemma, not knowing how to choose.
I can imagine that you might also feel a little anxious at this time, when you're feeling confused inside. When our emotions take over, it's harder to think clearly.
From a psychological standpoint, if we don't express our emotions, it's harder to think rationally. When our emotions are running high, it's more difficult to think clearly.
So, what the host might need to do is learn to express these emotions in a reasonable way and just let them flow. Once we've done that, we can probably face our own problems more calmly and see more possibilities from more perspectives.
2. Think about what you really want.
In the post, you said you don't want to continue studying environmental science. I'm not sure if communication engineering is the right major for you. It's a tough subject, and if you switch majors, you'll fall behind in professional courses. The teacher said this during the interview. It seems like you're not sure what you want to do.
So, let's think together: Do you want to change your major? Or do you really like Communication Engineering?
Often, people change majors not because they like the new one, but because they don't want to stay in the original one and don't like it. So, the major is just for "escaping" and not for liking.
So, the host might also want to think about this. Do you have any thoughts on changing your major?
3. Take a look at what resources you have at your disposal.
It's great that we have our own ideas and ambitions. But we also need to think about whether it's currently possible to make them happen or choose a different major.
We need to look at what resources we have available to us to see if we can make it happen. This is something we need to evaluate.
No matter how good an idea is, if it's not realistic, we won't be able to achieve it. That'll just lead to more frustration.
We need to bring together the resources around us and see what resources can help us the most. For example, there are lots of psychological teachers at many universities, so we can go and talk to them.
It would be great if you had the resources of a professional career planner. We all need to learn how to make the most of the resources around us to help ourselves.
4. Sometimes in life, it's not about being "correct."
Often, we need to get it right. It can give us a lot of security and achievement. But sometimes, if we're too obsessed with getting it right, it can hinder us.
From some points of view, life is a continuous process of trial and error, and learning from our mistakes helps us to grow.
And there's no such thing as a completely correct existence without some incorrect aspects to it, right? It's just like the Taiji diagram mentioned in our I Ching.
So, we need to take a step back and look at our previous plans with a fresh pair of eyes. We should identify the parts that aren't working and then make the necessary adjustments, rather than doubting ourselves and denying ourselves.
I hope this is helpful and inspiring for you.
Comments
I can totally relate to how you're feeling right now. It's really tough when you're not sure about the path you're on. Maybe take a step back and think about what aspects of Communication Engineering drew you in the first place. Sometimes, exploring those interests can help clarify if it's the right fit for you.
It's okay to feel uncertain; changing majors is a big decision. What helped me was talking to students already in the program. They can give you real insights into what it's like daytoday. Also, consider reaching out to a career counselor who can offer professional advice tailored to your situation.
Feeling like you've made wrong choices doesn't mean you're stuck. You could look into taking a few courses in Communication Engineering without fully committing. This way, you can gauge your interest and ability in the subject before making a bigger move. It might also ease the transition if you decide to switch.
The pressure of catching up can be overwhelming, but remember that everyone has their own pace. If you do decide to change, maybe start by bridging the gap with some preparatory work or summer classes. That could make the transition smoother and build your confidence as you go.
It's important to listen to your gut feeling. If Environmental Science no longer excites you, it's worth exploring other options. Just because the road ahead looks challenging doesn't mean it's not worth taking. Think about what you're passionate about and what kind of work you see yourself doing in the future. That might guide you to the right choice.