So if the title doesn’t explain what this post is going to be about, it’s basically me deciding to change everything I’ve worked for in my schooling life. I went to school at Cal State Fullerton starting in 2006 and first I studied English, then changed to liberal studies, then that changed to Early Childhood Development. When I moved to northern California, I went to a junior college and got my AA in Early Childhood Development in 2011. Then I decided that I want to go back to school, so I ended up going to Cal State East Bay and studied Business Management. However, as much as I love kids, this isn’t what I truly wanted to be when I “grow up”.
When I was younger, I told my parents that I wanted to be a nurse and they kind of laughed it off in a way. As the years went by and I was studying other things, they kind of brought it back to me like “why didn’t you become a nurse?” Because YOU laughed at me when I brought this idea up and by then, I felt it was too late to go to nursing school. However, when my mom was in the hospital the last and final time, I really felt like nursing is my calling and that’s what I need to do. I told my mom and she smiled because she couldn’t talk at that time so I feel like I need to do this for me and for her.
So with all that said, I’m doing a career change in my mid to late 20s (I’m 27). I’m super nervous and excited all at the same time. I’m going to start applying to schools with the hope of getting my bachelor’s in nursing. Like I said, I still love kids and I hope I can continue working with kids when I become a nurse; whether that’s a pediatric nurse, L&D nurse, or whatever… I still want to work with kids.
And deciding to do this couldn’t have come at a better time. I will be able to take time off and not have to work while going to nursing school because I know it’s going to be hard, but still nervous. I feel like I’m having a pre-midlife crisis but I think this will definitely set me up for a better future for myself (and future kids).
Congrats to you girl! I have a few friends who are nurses and they love their jobs! You’ll be great 🙂
-Lee Anne
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And it’s NEVER too late to do what you feel is best; your happiness and purpose comes first. You have an amazing reason to do so as well, especially since since your urge to become a nurse stuck around this long. 😉
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Thanks, yeah I’ve wanted to do it for so long and still do!
So excited for you and what the future has to offer!!! I’ve always enjoyed the idea of nursing myself, specifically in L&D, and I know you’ll do GREAT at it! I’m behind you 150%! 😁 Proud of you!
Thanks Kath! I’m nervous and hopeful all at the same time that this will all work out! <3
Congrats and best of luck on your future projects.
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Its never late to change your career. I know I did 3x now lol
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Girl, it’s never too late to change what you want to do with your life. I got my degree in English education and after finishing student teaching, I realized that it just wasn’t for me. Now I’m making a career for myself out of LWR and I couldn’t be happier, but if in a few years I want to try something else, I will! It’s my life and I want to live it the way I want to! Good for you! Can’t wait to hear how your journey goes!
Thanks! I was a bit nervous at first but I’ve realized so many people change their careers at my age. Better late than never. Thanks for visiting. 🙂
sounds so very exciting good luck on the things to come and the big change
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I think it’s great. I’m 30 and honestly I still don’t know what I want to be when I grow up. But if there’s anything I’ve learned… it’s that it’s never too late to further your education and to find your true calling. I think it’s great that you’re doing this!
Thanks! I am getting more and more excited for this. I agree that it’s never too late to further your education though. 🙂
It is a scary transitional phase, but doing what you love will be a huge payoff!! Good luck!
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Congratulations!!!! I am right there with you as a twenty-something and getting a later start than you would have expected. I really believe we are all where we should be in life, and for that I am super excited for your next chapter 🙂
Better to change careers now than years later after you’ve spent a miserable life working at what you don’t enjoy. Go for it and good luck!
This is awesome! Good for you for following your dreams 🙂
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Sometimes I question my career choice…but I guess that’s why I’m hoping to do blog coaching and make courses full time
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Congratulations! This is so awesome! It takes courage to pursue your dreams. Life is long, and we have plenty of opportunities to be bunches of things and change our minds. Your courage is inspiring!
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Sounds like a new & exciting step! I’m 27 too and I feel a career change coming on. I can see what I want to do but getting there is what’s holding me back. I applaud you for wanting to be a nurse. I have several nurse friends and respect what they do so much!
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Good for you for following your dreams. I am 43 and left a career a couple of years ago. It is never too late!
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Kudos to you girl! I am of the belief that it’s never too late to chase what you love. It can be scary for sure, but in the end you will be much happier and will be so proud of yourself. Also, sometimes it takes a while to get there, but it seems like you are where you need to be. Best of luck with nursing.