"Choosing a Career: Passion, Paycheck, or Pressure?"
As students begin to think about life after school, one of the biggest questions they face is: *What career should I choose?* This decision can feel exciting, but also overwhelming. Some students already have clear dreamsābecoming a doctor, a teacher, an artist, or an entrepreneur. Others are still exploring, unsure of what path to follow.
One common piece of advice is: *Follow your passion.* Many believe that doing what you love leads to a happier and more fulfilling life. But passion doesnāt always guarantee a stable income or job security. On the other hand, some students are encouraged to choose careers based on salary, job demand, or family expectations, even if itās not something they truly enjoy.
Then thereās the added pressure from society, culture, or peers. In some families or communities, certain jobs are considered more āsuccessfulā than others. In todayās world, where new industries and careers are constantly emergingālike digital creators, app developers, or sustainability expertsāitās even harder to know what path is right ....
1. What matters more when choosing a careerādoing what you love, or earning a good salary? Why?
2. Do you feel pressure from family or society when thinking about your future career?
3. How can students prepare for jobs that donāt even exist yet?
4. Should schools focus more on helping students explore different career options? How?
5. Can your career path change over time, or do you have to pick āthe oneā early on?..