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I am 27 turning 28 next year. I used to have a teaching job at a private school 3 years ago but when my 2-year contract ended, I didn't sign for another one. I was really hoping to transfer teaching to public schools because the salary was higher and I really need it to support my family and because I had big dreams-- I want to travel, to build my own family, to build a business, etc. But getting in to public school wasn't as easy as I thought it was. I did well in the rankings but I received no calls. I applied 4 times, still no calls.
Back in 2020, I decided to apply as an ESL tutor. Luckily, I got in. I now work for a company that has Japanese clients as students and I teach them English although I am not really good at the language. The job was fine except when I meet students that are rude. As an introvert, I sometimes don't feel comfortable talking to people online and turning on my camera and sometimes force myself to smile and be okay because in most cases, I am not. I am thankful for my job right now but sometimes it can be very overwhelming. I am so tired of pretending to be okay in front of the camera during lessons even when I'm not. I am not happy of where I am right now.
I had bigger plans for my self and this isn't the kind of thing that I imagined for myself and this isn't the kind of job that I want to be doing for the rest of my life. I want a break. I want to go out there and explore and do things I love. But I am so tied right now, I live with my family and I am the only person that my mother has to take care of her. My mother is sick. She needs me and I cannot just abandon her.
There were a lot of times that I tried to parent myself and convince myself that everything will be okay. That I still have time and it's never too late to make those dreams come true but I don't feel like I don't have the time anymore. I feel like it's too late now.
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Try looking for a different job and if you don't like that one try another one. Keep going until you land a job that suits you. Life is a journey not a destination.
ReplyTry looking for a different job and if you don't like that one try another one. Keep going until you land a job that suits you. Life is a journey not a destination.
ReplyDon't settle. Many people are trap in life. We see them living their life with smiles on their and we say "They are so happy"..but that happiness could just be the curtains hiding the fact that they settle in life for something they did not want. They convince themselves that they are where they want to be.
This is your life story and you are writing it. Not everyone takes the same path in life. It will not be easy, but if you are unhappy, keep on going.. Until you find your true happiness. Don't settle
Try to find a different job. Maybe even jobs in other fields. You don't have to stick to one career... Research and explore.
Also don't let taking care of your mother stop you from Living your life for you. Still spend time on yourself for yourself. Little things like a skin care... Meditation..whatever
Gives you time for yourself and lighten your spirit.
It's okay to have thoughts and wonders of life, but don't let it take control of you. You are in control.You are strong. And you can do wonders. It might take time, but keep on going.... Don't settle. You deserve the best! (everyone's best is different....find yours) Love and respect yourself.
Blessings to you from me π
ReplyI would recommend you apply with the Department of Defense with their education program in DOD schools worldwide. If you love teaching, this is a great way to go - pay is great, benefits, and selecting your next assignment is fun. No, I donβt teach for DOD, but a very good friend of mine does and loves it. Just a thought.
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