HELP. career or family life??
927197
"but I don't want my kids to suffer later due to lack of attention from both the parents."\n\nThere's your answer, "doctor".
1016827
It probably depends on you, where you are at emotionally, and what your economic needs are. You want to stay with kids if you have any and be the perfect mom. the kind you heard about in those stories, or dream ed of being. You also want to be part of the successful storybook families that magically balance career and family life perfectly and have the life style all us others dream of. aether way you are going to have times you wish you chose the other way.  It will always be depending on whats going on in life at the moment.
417865
well hon you are 24 it is time you make your own decisions. you have to start somewhere or your parents will never give you up.if you are sure this is what you want to do then stay where you are at. they will still love you just as much. good luck and GOD BLESS YOU.
1120521
my mom did over 20 years ago.  This is the worst mistake she ever did according to her.  Yeah it was great raising us and she actually did a wonderful job.  Today however she realised that she we are all grown up and she is all alone with nothing to do.  She is trying to get her carrier back but its proofing a lot difficult.  My advice to you would be to do it but have some part time work particularly at work.  Volunteer in orgnazation and go back to school.  This way when the kids are all grown up,  you would have to butt into their business in order for you to have something to do.  You will resume you career pefectly.  But remember the final decision lies with you.
394301
It is about boundaries. You must keep your professional work separate from family life otherwise you will get yourself all tangled in knots. Ask yourself what you would do if you were not working in the field you are. How would you deal with the family situation then? It is ok to use knowledge that you have gained through work to inform the way you relate to your family. But you are not working with your family you are part of it. What you could do is make your concerns known to those in your family that are worrying you and let them know that there is help available. Aside from harm issues (to themselves or others, especially children) people have to want to change their lifestyles. You cannot bully them into this. It must be worrying for you, but I feel it is important to keep your work life apart from your family life. That is about keeping yourself safe. Without doing that you can't help others.
587675
In this instance I would say give the job with your brothe a go.  It appears that you will not have anyhthing to lose, by takin the chance. Your current job is not rewarding or enhancing your career prospects.  By working with your brother, you will learn a great deal about managment (people, money, resources) and if you don't know already construction industry knowledge.  You can as someone else said attend college classes to increase your education and allow you in teh future obtain an even better paying higher level job.  On the flipside, family members need to be careful when working together that they don't end up not enjoying each others company.  A few ground rules would need to be set eg. you don't talk about work outside of the office, there should be no special favours because you are related and he shouldn't expect more from you than his other employess because you are related.  If you sort out the rules from the beginning, I have no doubt this job could really work out for you.
1170560
First and foremost you have to think about what's best for your family.  If making more money, living in a better area, having a more secure future is on the table, take it.  I did it and it's been wonderful.  My children are in better schools and we will be able to send them to college now.  My family comes to visit on holidays or we go visit them.  Long distance phone calls are basically free now and the internet keeps us all in touch.   It's not hard to make new friends and it sure is nice to leave old baggage behind and start fresh.
93316
I think both are great and your choice should depend on your lifestyle. Of course you have to take into consideration the pay, but don't forget about the hours.  If you have kids/wife (or are planning to have them) think about the benefit of being a teacher.  You will have this time off with them.  As far as the nursing, I personally think sonography is a great choice. This was actually what I wanted to do as a profession.  My plans where sidetracked because of my son. You could still have a family and do nursing, so I guess the point is just keep in mind other factors besides the obvious one of money.
119890
how much salary difference r we talkin abt??? if it aint much then stay w/ur current job.\n\nseeing ur child grow up & enjoying ever second of it are priceless compared 2 bigger salary & better post.
875950
Trust me from experience..working for family does not work.It changes the dynamic of the relationship in a potentially harmful way that sometimes can never be reversed.You are not equals anymore and it will show in everything you both do.
354383
You should definitely switch careers if your current job is not making you happy. It's especially true since you have no family obligations at this time - it's the best time to try something different.\n\nI made a switch from a lucrative career in consulting when I got tired of the job. I am now a writer, part-time stay-at-home Dad, and office administrator. My financial status is completely different now, but I'm glad I made the change when I did.\n\nGood luck!
336308
Be honest with your family. If they love you they will come to accept your life choices. You have to be true to yourself and not live your life for other people.
608608
This is a real dilemma for young childerns since they don't know what should they choose. They don't have any idea about the working conditions & life style of their prospective professions. \n\nMy suggestions is that if you have time than spent some time with some doctor and find out whether you like his way of working and lifestyle. \n\nAlternatively you can spent some time with some chemical engineer in order to reach at educated conclusion.
416251
You need to have a real need. If you are going to support your family, this need will come automatically. But if not, then you require real zeal or ambition. Otherwise you will not study no matter what. \n\nFocus in life. Have fun, but keep study spirit on. \n\nStudying may or may not help you in career, but will definately help in life.
399089
...This is a hard question.\n\nA. How old is the family(kids)\nB. Do you NEED the money or can you make ends meet at the old job.\nC. Is your kids if you have any special needs.
407066
Look to your three children and take care of them first.  Second finish your degree and follow your career.\n\nSounds to me like you need to prioritize things here and a man in your life is not exactly what you need right now.\n\nYou've met three Mr. Wrongs time to stop and think about what the next Mr. will bring, another child?\n\nThird well where ever you've met the past three STOP going their!
27832
It is a very tough situation. And sadly there are no easy answers. I'd would at least try to speak with your children on the phone and see how they are doing.\nTry not to be too picky with work, and if you do get a job try and get at least a used car; yeah I know about used cars but if you are in a tight situation including $$$$$ then you should go with what you can afford. \nIn regards to living samething start small and then work your way up, rent or room-mate with someone for the time being.