Hello!
I am 22 and currently having a slight existential crisis so I am hoping others with a bit more wisdom can help me please.
I am about to graduate with an educational psychology degree.
I have a place on a master's course to train to be an occupational therapist - which I think would be a very rewarding career; there are so many different areas and opportunities! Ideally I would like to specialise in pediatrics; I know it would take a long time to get to this point. ( I have gained work experience in OT and it really motivated me. I dont know if I am just scared now the time is nearly here )
HOWEVER...
something is making me further consider going into teaching
I have always thought about being a primary school teacher.. but I have been put off by many people's comments, the long hours, and the fact that the pay scale doesn't really progress.
But I am now considering just giving myself the option, and applying to do this in case I change my mind. BUT I am also thinking of applying to be an English teacher in a secondary school. I don't really know where that idea has come from.
Please can I have some advice?
It just seems like such a huge decision for the rest of my life
I just want to have a positive meaningful impact to others lives
thanks in advance