Comments | boobymcgee: Masters of Arts in Liberal Studies

boobymcgee

Masters of Arts in Liberal Studies

Sep 18, 2006 10:54

I wanted to pursue this MA program at Creighton right after undergrad, but I didn't have my parents' support. Not one bit. I was too afraid to pursue it without their support (especially monetary support). But I think I might want to do this now. It would be great if I could get a job at an interior design firm, and then go to school for the MA ( Read more... )

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versusjill September 18 2006, 16:16:59 UTC

Although it is difficult esp with out parental support, but you should really do what makes you the happiest.

(prolly a huge doy)

boobymcgee September 18 2006, 16:32:24 UTC

i have some serious issues with my parents. i've learned a lot about them since graduating college, moving back here, and working with them. i think i am learning to be my own person, and now it is time to take risks without their help. i have always been afraid of making mistakes or failing, because failure is not allowed, and perfection is expected.

it is a big "doy"...but it is not easy for me to do, so i need all the encouragement i can get. i'm terrified of failing, because i feel like i will never live it down if i do. so thank you for reminding me. seriously.

i need to start leaning on my own definitions of "failure" and "mistake" instead of my parents'.

man, i could go on and on about this topic. i'm pretty pissed at good old mom and dad right now, and have been for months. i love them, but i wish they would embrace me for who i am and for what i dream about and am passionate about instead of trying to control and manipulate me.

/diarrhea of mouth

versusjill September 18 2006, 16:49:39 UTC

I can empathize with you on a much smaller scale, my parents have always had an issue with my tattoos, but because they are for me and not anyone else I got them at my own will. This weekend after dinner wtih my mom she asked to see them and was like "ok, i just wanted to know what was there. Don't be afraid to wear t-shirts because it doesn't bother me." I was shocked and appalled that she finally accepted it.

I understand how it feels to not have your parents acceptance, but sometimes you just gotta do it anyways especially when it ultimately will lead to your success!

boobymcgee September 18 2006, 16:51:59 UTC

thank you for sharing that with me. that is encouraging. really. i need all the encouragement and support i can get right now.

and how cool that your mom said that to you! i bet that felt really good to hear.

thank you, jill.

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boobymcgee September 18 2006, 17:14:21 UTC

seth, thank you so much for your encouragement. you are 100% right about my parents. it doesn't offend me one bit to hear you say that. this is something that has been an issue for me for a while now, and i think i am finally getting ready to resist them and not let them bring me down ( ... )

sgier September 18 2006, 21:33:51 UTC

If you think this would be the right program for you, go for it. Save up some money so you have a 'safety net' while you're at school, and take out some loans. I'm not sure how possible a full time job would be, but if you can pull it off, go for it.

As for the parents, I find that parents by nature are always questioning their children's choices. But I think that if you can show them that you can do this on your own, then they'll eventually come over to your side.

np_hard September 19 2006, 03:48:33 UTC

Work at Creighton, pay $85 university fee, get free classes.

We have parking structures now.

And really good health.

And Brandies grilled cheese.