It would appear I nonetheless have numerous pals and followers that assume this journey of mine is only a pleasure journey. Some huge cash for lots of enjoyable. Well, you’re fallacious. This yr of journey I’ve obtained forward of me is my grad faculty. You could also be paying $20,000/yr to get a level; I’m spending an analogous quantity and getting simply as a lot out of it. Maybe it’s not a chunk of paper I can body, however the expertise & {qualifications} are nonetheless there.
It’s a matter of priorities
Maybe one of the best factor in your future is a prestigious University diploma. But that’s not the case for everybody. Some of us don’t want nor need a graduate diploma. For me and my profession plan, it’s not essential but. However, the talents I’m studying on this journey are completely invaluable to my future profession objectives. This is simply what made probably the most sense for me proper now. As I’m positive grad faculty is smart for you.
But aren’t you simply having enjoyable taking within the sights?
Yes. And I’m allowed to. When else will I be in Egypt or Jordan or Spain? This is a once-in-a-lifetime alternative and I’m taking each benefit I can get. You’ve obtained your leisure time as nicely. Weekend journeys and nights out in town, I’m positive. I simply occur to already be overseas, so can spend my free time in historic cities and well-known museums. I occur to choose up fairly a little bit of cultural historical past I couldn’t get anyplace else, too.
But don’t you simply exit ingesting on a regular basis?
Sometimes, sure. And that’s a part of the expertise as nicely. I’m studying expertise I’ve by no means had earlier than and by no means had the chance (or braveness) to study. But when touring, I’ve to. I get to find out about Finland & Colombia & Oregon & Australia. I get to satisfy individuals of all totally different backgrounds. I’m extra extroverted than ever. More keen to belief strangers and perceive their tradition. These aren’t straightforward experiences to return throughout and I get to do it each single day.
Are you satisfied?
Probably not. From the surface, I perceive this seems to be like all enjoyable and video games. But that’s why I’m right here and also you’re there. We’ve totally different concepts for ourselves and our futures. It’s no matter is smart for you. For me, my $20,000 is being spent in the absolute best manner—for myself, my thoughts, my physique, my profession. And I hope you are feeling the identical manner about your choice.
And cease calling me fortunate. Was it luck that obtained you into grad faculty? No. It was laborious work, dedication and an entire lot of money.
