Because of family influences and work experiences, young adults have built a negative connotation towards work. However some take these negative experiences and influences figuring no matter the job, it will be unfulfilling in regards to their well-being. To fill the void, they figure material objects will bring them happiness. So they choose careers solely based on the paycheck amount to sustain their materialistic needs, convincing themselves they will be happy with money rather than passion. However, money doesn’t bring happiness or an improved state of welfare. Passion for something that is so much a part of reality is essential for a good quality of life.
I think young adults, especially those attending college, should choose careers based on their interests and passions, rather than the external values associated with different jobs. Many college freshmen come to college not having a clue what to major in, but have a passion for art for instance. It would seem obvious to major in art. But so many find this to be a difficult situation and decide to major in a subject completely opposite of their passion, like business. So why don't they choose a career path that deals with art? It's a real simple answer. Money. Art isn't usually seen as a great money-making career and can be very risky. Business on the other hand leads to more corporate jobs, which in the end can lead to a bigger, and more reliable paycheck. But if your passion is art, do you really believe you will be happy in a corporate job? I didn't think so. So what is more important: the big paycheck or your quality of life?
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I like the topic of this blog, as it relates well to the decisions we're facting at this time in our lives. This is a critical time in our lives in which we must pick our major, and fulfill the requirements of it to graduate. I think people should pick a major and consequently a job, based on what they are passionate about. In the end, no one will be happy no matter how much money they make, if they dread going to work everyday. I can't tell you how many times my dad has told me within the past year to pick my major based what I love. I had a hard time deciding between two majors, so he was trying to give me as much advice as he could. He told me a story about his first job out of college, and how although it paid well, he couldn't stand it, so he left after a couple of years to find something he was passionate about. Now he loves his job, and couldn't be happier with his career path. People will excel more if they choose an occupation they are interested in than one that they think will allow them to earn the most money, because their hearts will be in it, and therefore they will be motivated from internal forces as opposed to external forces. I think you great blog that was well-written and relatable to your audience!
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