"What are you majoring in?"

"What do you plan to do with that major?"

"Are you sure that's the right choice for you?"

"What are your plans after college?"

"Do you think that's a smart move for you?"

For many, the holidays are an exciting time for family to get together, celebrate good times, reminisce about memories that bring laughter and smiles, and of course, eat good. However, for college students, the holidays can bring anxiety, constant thinking about what family members will say about your time in college, how you're spending your time, and what your plans are for the future.

My advice? Be honest about what you love, what you're majoring in, and your passions in life, because your life is to be lived by YOU, not your family. When it comes to future careers, of course, our family wants to see something that is promising and can set you up for success in life and financial success, but it's not always about the financial success.

No one wants to be in a career they do not love, just because they want to make money. Eventually, it becomes a JOB, something you have to get up and go to every day, but a career is doing something that you LOVE. Which would you rather have?

Make decisions and choices based on of your actions, passions, and ambitions. Those are going to take you far in life and help you reach your ultimate goals.

It's okay to take what your parents or family members say into consideration, just don't let it deter you from the path you're already on.

No matter what anyone tells you, you're doing well for yourself. You're in college, you're working towards your dream, and you're trying your best each and every day. Don't add stress to your life by meditating on what your family members have to say about your chosen major/path.

I, personally, know what it is like to have the anxiety of family members constantly asking questions about your future. It put me in a position to want to pick up several opportunities, in order to make sure that I was using the most of my college time. However, that put a great deal of stress and a dense overwhelming feeling over me. It's not a good, nor healthy feeling. It caused me to be hospitalized... trying to be successful in life, before life even started.

Let your anxiety pass, don't take things too seriously, and enjoy the holidays. These are times that, despite the questioning, you can still laugh and love with those who matter most to you. Keep your smile bright and remember that you're right where you're supposed to be!

HAPPY HOLIDAYS EVERYONE!!!!