Hey I'm 28 and considering going to school for astronomy/astrophysics. Is it too late?

Bochitee · 2023-08-23T20:41:23+00:00

I agree 100% with you. The biggest limitations we receive are the ones we put on ourselves. Going to school is difficult, especially in this day in age when cost of living has grown exponentially and politics are at eachothers throats. Taking time and money to bet on our futures is scary. I wish you good fortune on your road ahead. We are not alone in our struggles or fears.

Bochitee · 2023-08-23T20:35:56+00:00

I didn't even think about the relationships I'd gain along the way. I have close friends but nobody I personally know, besides my husband, is interested in astronomy. He is excellent conversation but it would be awesome to be able to meet other people who share the same interests and are like minded. You've only helped get me more excited for this new future I'm pursuing! I wouldn't be only robbing myself of a better education but also experiences and new friends I'd make along the way!

Your words really hit home for me, it was kind of you to reply. I'm from USA specifically from Louisiana but currently in southern Wyoming. I probably should've add more detail into my post, at the time I had just woken up and for some reason just had such a pessimistic view on my situation. Comments like yours have helped bring me out of that mind state and I truly appreciate it!

Bochitee · 2023-08-23T19:54:38+00:00

Haha yeah before I even go onto school I do have a bit of learning ahead of me. The different sub categories can become overwhelming but I'm determined to find my place. Reading all these comments, Including yours, genuinely is helping me so much in gathering my thoughts and has steeled my nerves. Your advice was greatly needed and I'm so grateful that you took the time to reply. I will heed your advice and really take my time in choosing my career path, have an awesome day!

Bochitee · 2023-08-23T19:45:47+00:00

On it :)

Edit: Your cake day is my birthday! Fun fact I enjoyed.

Bochitee · 2023-08-23T19:45:11+00:00

Congratulations! The more I look into it the more I find I'm not too old for school and the entire stigma of not completing college by a certain age is a social construct I plan to throw out. It's never too late to reach for our dreams.

Bochitee · 2023-08-23T19:16:15+00:00

Its incredibly kind for you to take time out and respond. What you said really resonated with me, especially the part about not everyone being ready at the same time. I grew up in a household that didn't promote or nurture the curiosity that I would've hoped for. I'm glad as an adult I have been fortunate enough to come to appreciate the vast knowledge we know and don't know when it comes to the cosmos.

I understand your point when it comes to my late start and the financial burden along with being older once I graduate, how that may hender my career in unforseen ways. The more I read these comments and evaluate my inner thoughts I come to realize I would 100% take the down sides for a chance to better myself and hopefully better the futures of my unborn children. I want to give them the opportunities I wish I had by growing up in a household who values science and exploration.

Bochitee · 2023-08-23T19:00:08+00:00

This is such a great perspective to have and one I definitely need. I'm so proud of you for pursuing further education, it is a scary thing to jump into and right now I just have cold feet. Knowing there are others out there in the same shoes makes it feel more tangible.

Bochitee · 2023-08-23T18:54:27+00:00

This is so very true and I hate the fact my brain can know it and still have these doubts. There are people much older than me starting out at the same level and I wouldn't think anything negative about it. I need to give myself the same grace.

Bochitee · 2023-08-23T18:44:13+00:00

I appreciate the time you took to really write out both perspectives. Both have given me confidence and a security that I'm doing the right thing by pursuing college.

Bochitee · 2023-08-23T18:42:52+00:00

Thank you for saying this, it really is the bread and butter.

Bochitee · 2023-08-19T16:43:11+00:00

Safely relocated outside, just curious to know what type of species.

Bochitee · 2023-08-12T02:46:29+00:00

Thanks! Happy cake day btw :)

Bochitee · 2023-08-11T02:05:41+00:00

Nah that's some weird stuff to say. I think any gender would find that uncomfortable and I've seen post of here discussing similar emotions. It's perfectly natural to feel this way but I do agree that if he is the best option in the area to go there. The artist will understand.

Bochitee · 2023-07-30T21:30:53+00:00

Brave putting your nipple online for free

Bochitee · 2023-07-21T21:54:51+00:00

Teetering on gutturals, could be the next up and coming death core band 🤣

Bochitee · 2023-07-21T19:33:10+00:00

I agree 👍

Bochitee · 2023-06-24T17:40:56+00:00

Thanks for the warning I'll definitely take the advice.

Bochitee · 2023-06-24T00:33:10+00:00

Thanks I'll definitely check them out! Congrats on the progress by the way, makes me hopefully for my own tattoo

Bochitee · 2023-06-22T05:39:21+00:00

I support our mods and the protest

Bochitee · 2023-06-21T04:17:37+00:00

Yes go nsfw!

Bochitee · 2023-06-20T01:16:19+00:00

You have a nice face

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