“The future you have, tomorrow, won't be the same future you had, yesterday.” - Chuck Palahnuick
Chuck Palahnuik, American novelist and freelance journalist, is most recognized for his award winning novel that was also made into a feature film, Fight Club.
As a grade twelve student I feel very pressured, needing to make huge decisions that will impact my future. Everything is at such a fast pace and I have different feelings toward my future each day. As Chuck Palanuik expresses, our conception and idea of our future changes constantly. One day you think you finally have your life figured out, than the next you're back to square one. I need to accept that this is just a part of growing up. Different factors may alter our future aspirations, but they should never stop us from doing what we love. You are just shaped into a stronger person being able to work with what life throws at you. This quote speaks out the most to me because at this point in my life, I change my mind almost every day. Wondering what school, program and lifestyle would be the best for me is extremely stressful. I just wish someone would choose the perfect career for me and make me successful, but I know that is definitely not how it works. I think I need to take a step back from this craziness and calm down. Every day is different. We can't change the present, but the future is a completely different story. I am going always think of this quote so I never loose sight in the whirlwind of my future, and to understand that the future is mine to discover along the way.
Emma, this is a perfect quote selection and you have explained it well. My observation of you is that you are handling the process of setting your path well. You know the path will have unexpected turns. Just make the best decisions you can at each point, keeping your core values and desires in mind, and you will indeed find your goal. Cheers!
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