Mid-Degree Major Crisis

I have to admit that I am one of the lucky ones who aren’t on their fourth major change. I always knew that I wanted to be a writer and I still want to do that. It’s just that for the first time in my college career, I am wondering if I should major in something else.

Any college student or college graduate will tell you that at times they felt like quitting and they even wondered whether they would actually find a job related to their degree post-graduation. I have my doubts. And taking a geology class made it worse.

The Geology Class

I took this class a year ago and it has really grown on me. I am really good at identifying different minerals, drawing cross-sections, and it’s a type of science that makes sense to me. After learning about the fundamentals of geology, I understood why the world was the way it was. For me, it’s so amazing to learn why volcanoes erupt and what causes a tsunami. I learned that everything happens for a reason.

I could see myself studying this all day long. And still writing, of course.

The Dilemma Now

I could technically change my major and find another school that offers a geology program. I could even finish my communications degree and then get another degree. I have so many thoughts and scenarios in my head and it’s getting pretty tiresome.

I think I should just finish writing this novel and get it published and out there. So many things to do and not enough time.

Don’t Take Financial Accounting

I can’t wrap my head around it. I understand most of the terminology but whether I can apply it … I’m not sure. At first, I was determined to own this class but after taking my first exam, I don’t think that part of my brain is going to activate and magically make everything comprehendible for me. :P

This semester is a tough one. Hopefully, I make it through in one piece. It’s only been a month and I am ready to tap out already.

Should we know our limits or try to defy them anyway? Would it be considered giving up if you know you’re fighting a losing battle?

With my experience as a scholar and a decent student, I’d like to think that I have a good understanding of most subjects …. except financial accounting. Never again!

I am considering the idea of changing my minor at this point. Honestly, I envy the people who “get” financial accounting, but unfortunately I wouldn’t be in that category.