I aspire to become a writer but my parents want me to become a doctor. I have passed 12th and now want to pursue a degree in English Literature but my parents want me to pursue a degree in medical science. Although I chose science in class 12th, I hated it, so there’s no question of taking it further. As all kids do I too want to make my parents feel proud of me but through my writing rather than through medical science. But the problem is that they consider my writing a waste. Please help me.
The problem you are writing about has been dealt with several times in this column. I advise you to share these points with your parents. First of all remember that your parents love you and have at heart your life and future. They want you to be happy and secure, even financially. Many people believe that the medical profession is more socially and financially rewarding than that of a writer. People are entitled to their opinions. On the other hand, we should never forget that God creates us and puts us into the world with gifts and talents to be used in order to achieve His purpose in life. God has a plan for our life! It is essential that parents should try to understand the gifts God gave to their children and help them to develop these gifts in order to fulfil God’s plan. In your case, I suggest that a loving and patient dialogue should continue between you and your parents maybe with the help of some of your teachers. In due time it will become clear which profession is best for you according to God’s will.
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