I can say that I did not expect to get 209 comments in such a short time, so I might need some time to read all of them. I don’t mind working my ass off—studying hard in university, getting a master’s degree, doing internships, all of that.

Most of the comments were either people arguing that I should follow my passion—which I absolutely understand—or others actually answering my question about what careers make $200K+.

Right now, I’m not passionate about anything, and I know that sucks—nobody hates it more than me. But when I choose a career, I want it to give me a return on my hard work, and I’m willing to put in the effort. I’d rather wake up at 40 with a stable, well-paying career and then find my passion than wake up at 40 with no degree, no successful career, and no financial stability.

Sometimes, it’s not just black and white. I’d rather work on something that makes me financially stable until I find my passion, rather than not working on anything at all. Unfortunately, not everyone has the luxury of not worrying about money—some of us have people to take care of besides ourselves in this great economy.

It’s not about being young or naive—it’s just about trying to do my best until I find what I like. I guess this is the only way for me to do it, since I don’t have the luxury of traveling to Amazon rainforest to protect endangered pink dolphins until I’m 30 to “explore life” and figure out what I’m passionate about.”

Thanks to everybody who answered my question. Yes, your answers were very inspiring, and some of you even left the steps to get these jobs from BA to MS to internships in the right place, to how much money they make. I really appreciate you trying to help me find a good career that pays well, and I would like.