CareerMajor Decisions
#RI-6a7aa5ee·5 months ago·
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“Followed parents' expectations in education”
What Actually Happened
Made major career decisions without understanding my interests or skills, leading to repeated failures and loss of confidence
What I wish I knew
"To understand my own interests and skills before making major life choices"
Advice to Someone Facing This Now
If I could tell you one thing
"Don't be afraid to take risks and pursue your passions, even if they're not what others expect"
Regret Index
10/10
High, persistent regret.
Has not decreased significantly with time.
Has not decreased significantly with time.
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Career Category
6,107
Career decisions logged. Avg regret 5.7/10 across the category.
Same Outcome Band
44%
of Career decisions land in the severe band the same as this one.
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