Working while studying.. a calling to the family.
Aug 22nd, 2007 by Miranda
When I was in high school, there was this trend that said that you had to have a job on the side, or at at least that’s what most parents thought. Building a work ethic, earning your own keep; I guess that is what it was all about. I am feeling really good about not HAVING to rely upon money from a job in order to live while i’m studying now but I really sympathize with those who do.
(NOTE: There are a lot of jobs on the market though! Seriously, I hope your looking now cause jobs are there for the picking).
I was reading the other day and I found a comment on how psychologists are seeing a trend moving away from that “Must work while studying” mindframe, where parents are actually focusing on their children getting time to study, a well-rounded social life and rest because of the benefits on their educational experience. And i’m thinking “Holy cow…. this is huge!” Part of me is thinking, Damn (is that still considered a swear?)! Does that mean i’m going to have to pay for all MY kids’ extra-curriculars because the trend might be all the way over on the side of the spectrum by then? (For those that don’t know my humor, which is everyone so far, I am very sarcastic… This is one of those moments.) But the other part of me is just so damned jealous of the kids growing up now. I mean, don’t get me wrong, I enjoyed the friendships that I made while having a job on the side, and of course the money but it was hard work! My marks definitely suffered (without a doubt) because of my focus shift on doing a good job rather then getting good grades. Not to mention fitting it all in. I have recently applied for a job here in Vancouver (more because i am soo restless having very few friends in the area; 2… thats right, I have 2 friends.. and one of them is in Victoria!) and I ended up with 2! I have no idea how i am going to balance that, but I am just soo glad that it’s not a “Must”.
When you are in school, studying should be your priority. Thats my opinion, anyways. I know we have all seen the type of student that takes advantage of the situation if their parents offer it to them, but don’t give up parents! There are still a lot of students out there that would really show you what their made of if only they had the time. Yes, Life is about Balance, but There are only 24 hours in a day. And part of the equation has got to include destressing time… and if your lucky.. family time!