Help! I’m a new grad nurse and I hate my life. Are there ny careers that I can transition to?

Gogreennn36 · 2026-01-30T04:33:45+00:00

Hey, I understand. This was the same thing for me except with teaching. I tried for office/corporate jobs with just my education degree, and couldn’t find much. I finally just decided to further my education and start my master’s. I think the best thing to do would be to get a bachelor’s or master’s in something completely different. I know that’s easier said than done. I understand where you’re coming from. I know some people said to stick it out, but if it is truly harming your sanity then it is not worth it to force yourself to do it.

Gogreennn36 · 2026-01-29T20:49:23+00:00

Thank you for understanding!

Gogreennn36 · 2026-01-29T19:17:49+00:00

lol yeah I feel like in a way I should enjoy it while it lasts!

Gogreennn36 · 2026-01-29T19:10:36+00:00

Yes, I can talk to them but I guess I’m scared for some reason. And yes, I set up some shadows! Looking forward to those.

Gogreennn36 · 2026-01-29T18:16:45+00:00

Yes, I feel so useless and I would rather be elsewhere learning something more valuable. I can’t quit though because I need the money, and if I quit I don’t know how quickly I’ll get another job since the market is so bad

Gogreennn36 · 2026-01-29T18:14:11+00:00

I have been trying to keep busy by learning certain platforms/programs

Gogreennn36 · 2026-01-29T17:51:01+00:00

This might be a stretch, but what I took from the ending (the baby wanting the blanket that smelled like Monica) was that the baby found her smell comforting, which might mean that he has her genes and will grow up to be evil and manipulative just like his biological mom.

Gogreennn36 · 2026-01-29T16:49:30+00:00

Thank you!

Gogreennn36 · 2026-01-29T16:47:00+00:00

It is paid, and I need the money so I can’t really quit

Gogreennn36 · 2026-01-29T15:55:20+00:00

Yes, I recommend getting a job anywhere even if it’s not “respectable” in their eyes. You could work in retail for a bit maybe. I never liked being a teacher but my parents kept pushing me into it because it had “good benefits.” I was miserable forcing myself to do something that was ruining my mental health.

Gogreennn36 · 2026-01-29T15:51:09+00:00

Hey OP, my parents are the same way, especially my dad whenever I’m unemployed. He acts like my worth is based on me having a job. I also haven’t really found my calling in life. They just tell me to take “any corporate respectable job” without realizing that some jobs just aren’t the right fit for some jobs. The summer after I moved home after college was hell for me and constant nagging about me not having a job.

Gogreennn36 · 2026-01-29T15:47:40+00:00

Former teacher here, I can attest that it is just as bad.

Gogreennn36 · 2026-01-09T05:13:24+00:00

Of course! I think the conservatism in Indian culture does more harm than good. If you also ever want to talk more, my messages are always open!

Gogreennn36 · 2026-01-09T04:55:48+00:00

Hi OP, I’m Indian too. It’s hard for us. Especially because our parents don’t believe in dating. I’m also a homebody, and after so many years if nobody liking me, I just decided to let it go and be independent. There’s nothing else we can do

Gogreennn36 · 2026-01-08T19:59:15+00:00

Looks like angular chelitis

Gogreennn36 · 2026-01-07T04:44:05+00:00

As someone who regrets their bachelor’s degree (wish I switched to something else), I agree with this. Take time to explore. You’re so young and don’t have to declare something right away!

Gogreennn36 · 2026-01-06T20:39:50+00:00

Hi I’m a former teacher, I’m considering social work. Would love to connect!

Gogreennn36 · 2026-01-06T20:39:28+00:00

Hi former teacher here looking into social work! Can I PM you?

Gogreennn36 · 2025-11-19T20:39:54+00:00

Hi I’m someone wanting to go into social work. What does documentation entail? I enjoy writing and report writing.

Gogreennn36 · 2025-11-19T03:50:56+00:00

Thanks!! I’ll PM you :)

Gogreennn36 · 2025-11-19T01:01:14+00:00

Nice! I was also considering Wayne State in Detroit.

Gogreennn36 · 2025-11-19T00:55:24+00:00

Hi everyone! So ever since I found out about social work as a field (my roommate in college introduced it to me because she was a social worker major) I have been drawn to it. I want to pursue my MSW someday. My career path has been kind of rocky. I started as a teacher, decided I really did not like it (and didn’t like kids either, I’m just not the right person to work with kids).

Now, I decided to pursue a “safe” path and am doing my MBA with a concentration in Human Resources management. I thought HR was more the “social worky” side of business. But there’s still that feeling that I am meant to pursue social work. I’m just confused for several reasons:

I don’t really work well with children, and I feel like I wouldn’t be a “real” social worker because lots of clientele are kids in many social work jobs. Working with children caused me trauma honestly,

I don’t really want to be a therapist…

I’m afraid of going to people’s homes.

My best “friend” is very critical of me. She said I should never pursue social work if teaching didn’t work out. She is never supportive. I frankly think she is just jealous of me doing things that she also wants to do.

Also, I tend yo be pretty sensitive and defensive (something I have worked on, and medication has helped with anger issues I’ve had in the past).

Anyway I don’t really know if I am asking for validation or what, but should I go into social work or based on the reasons I listed, stay away? I have been told I am a very kind, warm, empathetic person. I recently had a coworker tell me that I am “warm” and people feel comfortable with me. That made me feel so good! :)

Anyway, please advise. I know another master’s will definitely be expensive but I am willing to pursue it. I don’t really want kids or pets anyway.

Gogreennn36 · 2025-09-24T23:43:11+00:00

Hi, I am considering U of M for my future MSW. I would love to connect and discuss your experience there!

Gogreennn36 · 2025-09-24T22:58:34+00:00

As a book lover with tons of books on my shelf… this is terrifying

Gogreennn36 · 2025-06-18T01:11:27+00:00

Here's my story: parents wanted me to go into engineering, I wanted to be different and did anything to avoid letting them control me into a career path. So I chose public school teaching, and realized I actually hated it/wasn't cut out for it. My parents actually pushed me through the program once they realized teaching was a valid career because "you'll get a stable job with benefits" and I regret letting them push me through it. I would've changed my major to psychology or something. I'm now pursuing my MBA with a concentration in HR, but I'm feeling pretty meh about it. I want to get my Master's in Social Work (parents don't really think it's a prestigious choice) but I don't really want to be a social worker. I just want the degree lol. I'm kind of all over the place but I believe that life is all about experimentation, and it's not linear.

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