20 years old, thinking about dropping out of college. Wanna go to film school and work my way up the industry. Always in some creative daze, can't do much of any real work. Maybe I could've been a rich businessman or whatever, but money doesn't make me happy.  Don't have a lot of friends, never dated. I figure all I have is my career so I gotta do something I'm passionate about or I'll just keep living with extreme depression. Pretty well-read, but I take anymore of school; it all seems so pointless. I want to have something to look forward to in my life. What do you think about what I've said? Are they just pipe dreams?
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i think you need a more thought out plan...
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more than make your parents happy, study hard to make YOU happy.\n\nI had similar issues in grade school and high school, but in college i studied HARD.  I finished at the top of my class, but i had to pay for college myself.\n\nI wish i had studied as dilligently in school because the scholarships i missed out on would be worth the price of a house today.\n\nyour financial success as an adult is tied to not being in debt from college, and you NEED college to get the life you will want.  Take my word for it.  The work pays off!\n\nTeenagers need more sleep than adults.  that is scientificaly proven.  also the sleep patterns keep kids up later and sleep later.  that makes it tough to get enough sleep which is important for concentration.  \n\nMake sure to always think positive happy thoughts.  adopt the "can do" attitude when you are young and it will help protect you from depression when you are older.  If you think that depression or ADD is a factor, by all means see a doctor, but try to work it out without the drugs.  They have some very nasty side effects that you don't want to deal with.\n\nWhat kids don't know is that success is better than makeup or muscles for getting a mate.  looks aren't all that important in a couple of years, but your mind is.\n\nKeep busy in many things.  clubs, sports, etc.  The more you do the more you want to do.  limit your time on the computer and with video games.  they suck the ambition out of you to excel to your best capability.\n\nGood Luck!!!   By asking this question, you already know you WANT to study harder.  Now it's up to you to take it like a challange one week at a time ant it will go fast.  you'll do great!
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You need to weigh what you have to do now against the result in the end.  Can you afford it?  Some people spend much more than that for college.  If that is what you want to do with your life, and you can afford it, go for it.  There is nothing like going to work and enjoying what you do, regardless of the pay.
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I have a few times, and sometimes I dream in episodes or have found myself watching a movie, even seeing the credits go by as my dream was ending. The time I really remember words it was actually a screenplay. Seemed like it was telling me to start writing. Do you think that might be your connection? Do you do it often? Dreams are fascinating. Are you keeping any kind of journal? Are there repeating themes? Interesting. Maybe someone else can shed some further light.
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Well... look around... Do you like what you see? Are you happy for what lessons you have already learned? Are you pleased on what you are able to do for the better of tomorrow? That is all really. If you are happy. If you are pleased on what you have as a past, to put you in your position you are in now, and where it can lean you from your own ambition from knowing that this is your life. And if you are not happy with anything, well that is something that needs to be worked out within yourself, because you should be happy for everything in your life. Why should there be a reason for you to be un-happy? Are you missing anything? Do you have patience to take the time and effort to get to that point in obtaining that goal? Everything is in your hands. Just remember to take everything as it is and be happy for it. Don't expect anything. Things will flow much better if you do that. Hope this helps. Cheers!
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My philosophy is either love what you do or make a lot of money doing what you hate. You my friend are doing that so hey keep your head up make that money. Make sure to save a lot of it because at some point your going to have to jump ship. You can't stay in that hell hole forever. That way you dint have to rush into the next job and you can pic something you at least like if not love. Good luck holla at me if you want to vent.
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I guess I have done that.  I have always liked to talk...I have always liked to make people laugh... I turned that into a pretty nice little career in radio.  True, I do have a B.A. Degree in Communication Studies/Radio, TV, And Film, but there are a number of people in broadcasting that have never set foot into a university classroom.  There are a lot of places that say they "prefer" applicants to at least have some college. On the other hand, some places will accept "Real World" experience in that particular field as enough to qualify you for employment.  Just remember, Very few people working today can actually say they love the job they currently have, or even expected to be working in the industry that they currently are.  Sometimes it comes down to what you need to do to survive.  But if you have a dream to do something, with your life, you have to at least give it a shot.  If you make it.... fantastic!  But if you dont make it, at least you tried, and will not have to live with "What if I tried" looming over you for the rest of your life.
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I'm assuming that you are just heading into college?....It seems like the best thing to think about when deciding on a career path is just think about the things that intrigue you and you are truly curious about.  Then branch out from there.  I have found it so valuable to get out there are work in your field to get a feel for things.  Even if you are at the lowest wrung on the ladder you can get a sense for if those environments will make you happy.  What I realized is those jobs that I thought were going to be sooooo great and rewarding were not at all after working there for a little while.
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It sounds like you will not be successful in college until you have motivation.  While generally it is best to keep your education continuous, some people going back later works better for them.  If you are not going to college it would be a good idea to find a job where you will learn some skills, such as a trade.\n\nWhile it may seem hard to find the time to go to school now, it will likely get more difficult as you get older and have more responsibilities.  I completely understand that you might not have the time to go full-time, but given the schools with flexible schedules, you can find time for a class or two a semester.
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I've personally always known that I want my own business from being very young, which is why i'm in a crappy position at the moment after uni to decide what i want to do in the meantime to get the funds to set up my business...i want to be my own boss and not be told what to do and have to hold myself back.\n\nGood for you and good luck if that's what you decide to do.
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Hey. Trust me, life isn't always the way we want it right? The best thing to do is see in yourself in what you're really good at and go for it as your goal in life. I think many people have asked this same question in their lives (even I have asked this question) but what many go for are their dreams. My dream was to make a difference, and I have been. Plus, friends are there for life. No matter what, they show you how much they love ya and need you in their lives. And by the way, thank you for your answer and if you have any questions or just wanna talk, contact me and we can talk about whatever you want to. Okay?
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Such is life, my friend.\n\nMoving on to bigger and better opportunities never means you will get to enjoy fully what you once had. \n\nYou have to make sacrafices to move on, just like every other advance in life. Knowing this I am pretty much keeping to myself while in school, knowing that my wife and I will be moving hours away when I graduate. I'll bother expanding my social network at that point  ;)
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the only way to figure this out is by figuring what YOU want to do in life. It's kind of hard to figure out aftre just finishing college, you have resposibilities now, rent, debts and so on. The key here is to find out what you really enjoy doing. that can come about from many different ways. If you're like me, I found out what I wanted to do in life by.....figuring out what I DIDN'T want to do. Had lots of crappy jobs that lead nowhere. took me awhile to figure out that I didn't know what I wanted and that's why i career hopped to various jobs. Look at what you find interest in, not what makes a lot of money or what your parents would like to see you do but what you find interests in. doesn't have to be in accounting either. I grad with a B.A. in English Writing and I'm now a loan officer. either look for what you want to do or just pick something quick and see if you like it.
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I was a psychology major and I decided that I didn't like the way the mental health system works.  I have continued my education on my own terms (IE. researching on my own time).  I also had a drug problem during the two years I attended college from 2000-2002.  \n\nI became a manager for a while, but wasn't happy dealing with people in a retail setting.  I was a good manager and I was reliable.  I hate retail.  I'm working in the field I studied, but I'm not doing what I'd really like to do (art therapy).  \n\nCollege was an institution I could not conform to.  I felt trapped and confused the entire time.  I was constantly wondering why it takes a degree to make a person respected.  How does that little piece of paper prove a person's intellect or passion?  I suppose I'm still defiant, approaching age 30.  Maybe I'm just unwilling to compromise my standards.  \n\nI think that everyone should attend college for at least a semester or two.  It can truly build character and enhance the desire for learning.  The degree is just one small result of the learning process.  I don't think that people deserve to be molded into what society expects of them.  However, that's the way this world turns and when you choose the alternative route, others look at you as though you're a loser.  \n\nI may eventually go back, but right now, I'm working on me.  I'm more important than that piece of paper that others let define themselves.
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Everybody dreams of getting something. It depends on how much you really want it. \n\nIf you really want it so much, then challenging classes shouldn't be a problem. Tackle it head on and when you manage to breeze through it, imagine the satisfaction you'll get from it!\n\nI'm going through a similar situation and because I want it so badly, I'm sacrificing a year more to be in college to get to the degree.\n\nSo ultimately you gotta ask yourself, how much do you want to fulfill that dream of yours? And keep in mind, not everyone get the chance to pursue their dream degree. If you got the chance, grab it and treasure it!  =)
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I can understand how desperate you feel to become a success and change your situation, but you can't expect a get-rich-scheme to take you there. Real success takes time and effort. At this point in your young life you have much to learn. You do not talk about education, yet that is  real key to future success. Going to college full time may not be economically feasible but you should look into community college programs, which are generally inexpensive. You should be eligible for financial assistance as well. Since you want to own a business, you should be taking business administration and marketing and accounting courses to understand how to be successful not only starting but running a business. Even if someone handed you the money you need to start a business today, if you don't have the know how to run it successfully, it will not work. If you are out of high school or soon graduating, look for a job with an entrepreneurial type person, someone who started their own business and made it a success, and learn from that person. Or try to get a job in the kind of business you someday hope to own and understand, from the inside, what it takes to make that business work. It is wonderful that you have the kind of ambitions that you describe. Your drive and ambition can take you far, but you also need patience and perseverance. Don't waste your time pursuing quick money. Focus on your goals and work hard. Even though your current financial situation is desperate, find a way to save some portion of everything you earn. You have already learned something from your business failures -- that success doesn't necessarily come easy, even when you have what seems to be a good idea. Don't give yourself artificial deadlines for achieving success. You are only 18. The world will open up for you. The fact that you have been trying so hard is wonderful, but you need to find a mentor in the real world who can guide you. Education and hard work are the keys to the success you desire. Most people who have succeeded building businesses on the Internet have done so because of their experience with real world commerce, so you have to get yourself out there to learn all the stuff they don't teach you in high school. You ARE going to be a success, so go for it. Good luck. I'd love to hear from you in six months to see what steps you have taken toward achieving your goals.
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If it did, I haven't noticed much. Seems I made all the right moves, but never really knew what I wanted to do with my life. As a result, there was no fire, and the knowledge gained only got me in the door for a few companies. \n\nFind YOUR passion. There are internet tests you can take if you don't really know what you want out of life. Take them early and often. Kindle that fire, that zest for what you enjoy, and IF college will help, then fine, go for it. If not, do the necessary to make your life a success!