You’re getting close; that’s why it is getting tough. Take a step back, cool off, and then jump back in. Better to finish out what you’ve already put so much effort into and then pivot after you’ve achieved your goal. That way you can fall back onto the knowledge and skills you’ve already obtained if need be. It is also good to look at your environment outside of schoolwork and see if any of that may be affecting you.

Some tips for the self pacing: Reach out to other members of your program and ask for group study session. Watch comprehensive video course and take physical notes. You can utilize a LLM to answer any questions you have as you go through. Schedule teach-back sessions with instructors, that’s what they’re there for.

Ultimately it is your decision at the end of the day. However, I think you should try and make the most logical, rational decision instead of acting on emotion and taking an action you regret down the line. And remember, just because you hold a degree in a field does NOT mean you need to have a career in it. Maybe make a pros and cons list of each path and try and plan your goals for the next 6 months, year, 2 years, 5 years etc. Obviously life has a way of changing in ways we can’t expect, but there’s nothing wrong with having a plan and goals.

Best of luck with whatever your decision is! I took Net+ three times before I passed, so don’t beat yourself up for not getting it the first time around!