Thursday, January 19, 2017

What career/subjects should a gifted English, art, and history student pursue? I excel at reading, writing, drawing and painting as well as...

This is a great question and powerful subject for students of all interests to ponder. I'd like to answer it in two ways. First off, you admit to being lazy and having some issues with feeling trapped, not enjoying your relationships, having anxiety and depression, etc. Have you tried to address these issues and see if your scholastic work might improve as a result? What about focusing on activities and people that actually make you...

This is a great question and powerful subject for students of all interests to ponder. I'd like to answer it in two ways. First off, you admit to being lazy and having some issues with feeling trapped, not enjoying your relationships, having anxiety and depression, etc. Have you tried to address these issues and see if your scholastic work might improve as a result? What about focusing on activities and people that actually make you feel good? There is an old saying: bloom where you're planted. Maybe there are things about your town that are not familiar to you that might interest you; have you checked out any local museums, libraries, or historical sites? Everywhere in America has a history; and you say you are interested in history. So start with where you live!

Also: I edited your question and noticed you did not capitalize the beginnings of some sentences, and there were some misspellings. Maybe putting the extra effort into making sure everything is proofread and perfect before posting would help you feel a greater sense of accomplishment? Of course everyone makes a typo now and then! But working to make your own writing stand out in this way can help eliminate the sense that you're not working as hard as you should.


As for career possibilities: speaking as someone with an English degree, I can say it does often appear to look a bit dire out there for the humanities field for career options. But the reason to study language, arts and history should not be for its money-making potential. It should be because it stimulates you and makes you a more well-rounded person. That is why they're referred to as "the humanities" after all! Having solid skills in writing and being literate and informed about a variety of subjects makes you a good job candidate for almost any field, as well as a more interesting and capable person.


Creativity is useful in many fields, from academia to advertising, or in the worlds of technology and business. You could look into historic preservation, or working for a non-profit organization. Publishing is still a growing industry in many ways, as is journalism; but technology has changed these occupations in recent years. Once you determine what your strongest skills are (and this may not become apparent until you enter the job market and spend a bit of time there), you will be better able to choose the job that is best for you. The search for work should consider not just what skills are needed, but what working conditions best suit your personality. For example, some people enjoy interaction with many people; others enjoy working alone. Some enjoy a fast-paced environment, while some like a more quiet place to work. You will find that there are many different kinds of work situations out there and hopefully you will find the one that is best for you. Good luck!

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