Should I be ashamed of telling people that I want to be a lawyer when I grow up??
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You shouldn't be ashamed.  But you should go into law with your eyes wide open.\n\nI think most people go into law school because "they want to help people."  They find out afterwards that it's impossible to earn even a meager living only helping people.  Most people leave law school looking to get into the biggest firm or make the most money, and helping people goes way down on their list of priorities (and that is easy when you have tens of thousands of dollars in student loan debt, you want a home and a car, and you have to pay professional insurance and bar dues).\n\nJust know that if you go into law, the odds are good that you will be an advocate of a client.  And if that client's desire is to screw someone else, it is your legal duty to help that client achieve whatever lawful goals he or she has.  Generally speaking, you do not get to decide if your client is right or wrong; you have to advocate for your client.  This is what so many lay people do not understand and it is why they hate lawyers so.
1023261
Hey, I remember being your age. You shouldn't let people restrain you from who you are. Also, keep in mind that these are the years (I'm sure you've heard this plenty of times) when people change and grow, so keep an open mind on who you want to be. I've changed so much during my 8th grade year, but make good choices cause these specific years will alter your life for better or worse. Who cares what everyone thinks, because in the end, it's you has to live with yourself. Here is my motto that you can use for anything: "Ignorance is bliss, but knowledge is power." Good luck!
889046
Ours is a litigious society and many people do not like to take responsibility for their own actions, or failures to act.  Therefore, Yes, I believe that being a lawyer will continue to be a "lucrative" career.  It's not without hard work, mind you -- hard work and bucking the stereotype.  Lawyers are not all.... well you know... use your imagination.  Not all of them are like that.
150648
well i don't know why you're afraid to tell your parents, but eventually (if you do follow this goal) they will find out. you will have to tell them sometime. if you are in high school right now, it would probably be a good time to let them know what you intend to do once you graduate. it'll be hard, but putting it off will just add more stress to your life.\nif you're younger than that, then i would suggest waiting. you have a lot of time and there is a good possibility you might change your mind.\nif you are absolutely sure that this is what you are going to do, then prepare what you're going to say before you bring it up to them. make sure what you say comes out respectfully and honestly.\nGood Luck!
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I am a law student, so when I get my JD and pass the bar exam, I expect to be successful and eventually make loads of money. Well, at least enough to pay off the massive amount of loans! lol I would not go through law school otherwise: it sucks 90% of the time! :o) My fellow law school students and attorneys know what I mean.
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I don't think you should be ashamed of a part of your personnality, better understand where it could come from, why are you acting like that, in which purpose. Try to understand your scheme of thinking. All is a matter of harmony and to reequilibrate yourself you have to fight bad schemes of behaving by the opposite ones, but at first try to understand why you are behaving like that, when you'll find that finally this behaviour has no real justified roots you'll go easier.\nWas just a personal thinking, i'm not a pro, ask a psychiatrist maybe, no shame to ask pro.
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Hm. Yes. Cheat in college. That's the American way!\n\nHow's this: apply yourself! Either get out of the class and take the W on your transcript or deal with it. Was it required for your major? Why are you taking it in the first place? \n\nJUST DO IT! Stop whining and do it.\n\nSaying "I don't like law and never plan to be a lawyer" is just stupid. You signed up, you paid the money, now do the freaking work!\n\nIn the time it took you to post this question, you could have written 1-2 pages!
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I agree.  I do not believe that anyone should be ashamed of anything.  You can not change the past and if you wanted to do it you should be proud or at least willing to accept the consequences of what you have done.  If you kill someone take the blame, if you went to an ivy league school take the looks.
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NO you can always become self-empolyed and do very well for yourself.  Being a wiz student, means nothing in the real world.  If you have good people skills and can sell the person you are, you will do fine AFTER school.\n\nEnjoy your youth and don't take the tests and school so seriously.  That doesn't mean not to do your best, BUT don't let it ruin your life.  You are too young to be miserable.  Trust me, misery will find you in many other ways down the lane of life.  \n\nHope this puts it into perspective a bit. There  is a joke/saying about graduating medical school...  \n\n"What do they call the person who graduates at the BOTTOM  of  his/her class in medical school?'  \n\nAnswer?  \n\nDOCTOR.\n\nTry your best, and take the cards dealt. Whatever your course of study, as long as you graduate, you will then be in a position to pursue your job goals.  If they ask at what level you graduated, tell them you graduated.  You worked hard, and if given the opportunity you will show them just how hard you can work.. Let them know that book learning has nothing to do with mixing in with people in the real world, and that your ability to be a team player and a dedicated employee will take you further in the company than what your grades show.  \n\nJust show personality, and dedication, and most importantly, CONFIDENCE.  You will do fine.  Wish I was young again!
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Thank them.  Seriously.  I know when you're younger it seems crappy when all your friends are running around partying and you're stuck at home with your parents.  But they're doing it to protect you from the world.  And if you haven't watched the news lately the world has turned into a not-so-nice place.  Enjoy your youth.  You may feel like a "dork" but when you get older you'll thank them.  The "party" crowd you went to school with will all be living in the same little towns working some dead end job, while you probably would have went to college and have a successful job.
94943
if its your career at stake, NO. dont feel guilty at all. Go find a better job. there's hundreds out there waiting for you.
976077
I do not think that would be a very good idea. It is not worth lying because a lie is worse that not having a high education level or such! I myself do not know how far they look into those type of things but if they catch you just say you accidentally made a mistake!
467007
No - tell the truth about yourself. There is no shame in your situation. Everyone has their own story and if they are happy with who they are, or are striving to better themselves for whatever reason, then that is their truth. Lying will only make you feel worse about who you are, not better.
867959
Having a good conscience is very commendable, but doing what is right for you is very important. Provided you tell your prospective employer as soon as possible, there's really nothing wrong with it. That's not to say they won't be upset, but that's life.
942809
I'm sorry sweetie, but you have to tell the truth.  If someone else gets in trouble for something you did, it could lead to more trouble for you.  Tell your parents and have them go to the school with you, its always better to have someone with you when you confess.  Good luck
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Be honest.  That may seem like an overly simplistic answer, but its more difficult to execute than you may think.  As a minor, you may believe that it is in your best interest to sometimes tamper with the truth in order to avoid punishment.  If you make a mistake you may keep it secret or tell your parents only the partial truth to keep from getting in trouble, but fear of punishment is not a sign of maturity.  If you are always honest with your parents, you will not be afraid to take responsibility for your actions when you make a mistake and you will be true to your word when you give it.  That means getting home by the time you're supposed to and not going out to a party when you've told your parents that you're going over to a friends house to study.  These things may seem difficult at first, but they are all ways that you can show your parents that you possess the maturity to be trusted with more adult things.\n\nNow, I don't mean to imply that you are a pathological liar or that you are constantly sneaking out on your parents, but every teenager keeps some things from their parents that they know they really shouldn't.  It's when you face up to your actions and accept responsibilty for them without putting up a fight or throwing a tantrum that you gain maturity and become an adult.  Though you may be a minor now, there is nothing wrong with getting a head start and I'm sure your parents will notice the change.  Well, I hope that helps. Unfortunately, I don't know how old you are so it may be that you are just too young for the responsibility that you're asking for. Still, being honest shouldn't hurt.  Good luck!
807884
If this is something that  would be a dream come true to you : ask them to please  stop thinking negatively about it . Join the military and learn how to fly. Tell them that your hearts desire is to become a pilot.Go to college to achieve all the knowledge that you can. Make this goal a priorty in your life and in time they will see that your are very serious and headstrong about this.And whatever you do ,don't let them stop you. You are making a very good career choice. And if you allow their comments to stop you , then I believe you will regret it. You cannot live your life for them , you have to live it for you.  GOOD LUCK TO YOU! I do wish you the best.