Ever since the middle of my freshman year in high school, I was certain about what I wanted to major in college. I knew I did not want to do anything related to math or science because I am terrible at those subjects and I had a passion for writing. I also very much enjoyed reading. Most of my friends dreaded their English classes and were so motivated in their science and math classes; I was quite the opposite.

I am now a Journalism major, but now, I am almost certain that I want to switch to Advertising. Advertising and Journalism aren’t two complete opposites. I liked the aspect of advertising more because it did not just involve writing or broadcasting. There was a point where I actually considered switching to a science major, like chemistry or biology. I think I had that crazy idea in my head because my parents suddenly wanted me to be a dentist. They knew about how much money I would make if I actually did become a dentist. All they thought about was my future income and not so much that fact that I dreaded science classes. They kept pushing this idea in my head, and soon enough, I began to think about actually switching my major for the money. I thought about how nice it would’ve been to make 6 figures in the future and how I could’ve just pushed through the hard classes and through dental school. After constantly thinking about this, I decided it was best if I just switched to Advertising. I knew if I switched to a science major, I would have hated school with an utterly deep passion. I probably would have failed numerous classes and I already felt like I was behind. This is when I decided to stick with my passion and not so much the money. I did not want to wake up every morning and hate my career. Sure, the money seems rewarding, but will I ever be truly happy?

So, if you ever think about switching majors because you are unhappy or uncomfortable, go for it! If you think you are going to be 100% unhappy with your career, change something. It's not all about the money, it's also about what you are passionate about. But, keep in mind that you don’t have all the time in the world. It sucks, but sadly, that’s just how the world works.