Destined To Be A Pediatrician
In one’s childhood, there is a very frequently asked question amongst oneself. This question, often asked by the elderly, is “what do you want to be when you grow up?” Very rarely does a child name off a career and truly pursue that same career it in the future. Growing up, there are several stages a child’s mind may and will go through. From changing their favorite Television shows as they age throughout the years, to changing their favorite color, song, or even food. For the time being, they may assure you that they are determined on all of their favorites or what they aspire to be in the future is already set to stone. But is it really? Looking back, I changed my future profession numerous times. At just …show more content…
Following my conversation with the school guidance counselor at the time, we came to a compromise that I could earn those hours by aiding the kindergarten and first grade teachers each day. It did not take long before I found myself truly enjoying spending time with the children. I grew fond of them before no time and we each had a unique bond. Eventually, I became so invested with the childrens’ lives that I would go support each of them at their tee ball, football, and soccer games outside of school hours. It was only after this that I began to believe the saying, “if you choose a job you love, you will never have to work a day in your …show more content…
I absolutely loved getting scheduled for a follow-up appointment each month. One day after having a deep conversation with my former orthodontist, Mr. Steve Chapman, I was convinced that this was the job for me. From that day on, to anyone who would ask me “what do you want to be when you grow up?” the answer always came easy: an orthodontist. Although some may have their minds made up at a young age and do pursue what they said they would, the vast majority of children go through different stages changing their mind quite often before choosing “the one”. I believe this is a prime example of changing your mind about something that you were previously certain
In one’s childhood, there is a very frequently asked question amongst oneself. This question, often asked by the elderly, is “what do you want to be when you grow up?” Very rarely does a child name off a career and truly pursue that same career it in the future. Growing up, there are several stages a child’s mind may and will go through. From changing their favorite Television shows as they age throughout the years, to changing their favorite color, song, or even food. For the time being, they may assure you that they are determined on all of their favorites or what they aspire to be in the future is already set to stone. But is it really? Looking back, I changed my future profession numerous times. At just …show more content…
Following my conversation with the school guidance counselor at the time, we came to a compromise that I could earn those hours by aiding the kindergarten and first grade teachers each day. It did not take long before I found myself truly enjoying spending time with the children. I grew fond of them before no time and we each had a unique bond. Eventually, I became so invested with the childrens’ lives that I would go support each of them at their tee ball, football, and soccer games outside of school hours. It was only after this that I began to believe the saying, “if you choose a job you love, you will never have to work a day in your …show more content…
I absolutely loved getting scheduled for a follow-up appointment each month. One day after having a deep conversation with my former orthodontist, Mr. Steve Chapman, I was convinced that this was the job for me. From that day on, to anyone who would ask me “what do you want to be when you grow up?” the answer always came easy: an orthodontist. Although some may have their minds made up at a young age and do pursue what they said they would, the vast majority of children go through different stages changing their mind quite often before choosing “the one”. I believe this is a prime example of changing your mind about something that you were previously certain