The Ship

[sean52692]

Originally Posted by davidw.

This year has really been a reality check. Not sure if pre-med is the route I want to go anymore

Matters what type of learner you are. I am not that type of learner.

[davidw.]

I really don't know. This is really the first time in my life where I don't know where I'm going or what I'm doing. It's just been a rough semester and my grades are a bit lower than normal. The overwhelming pressure to get As (because in pre-med, it's basically As or Fs), how cut throat some of the students are, makes the worst learning environment possible for me. I love school and I love to learn but I feel like I'm only doing this because I have too and not because I want to.The amount of pressure I put on myself is actually starting to drive me a little bit crazy.

[sean52692]

Originally Posted by davidw.

I really don't know. This is really the first time in my life where I don't know where I'm going or what I'm doing. It's just been a rough semester and my grades are a bit lower than normal. The overwhelming pressure to get As (because in pre-med, it's basically As or Fs), how cut throat some of the students are, makes the worst learning environment possible for me. I love school and I love to learn but I feel like I'm only doing this because I have too and not because I want to.The amount of pressure I put on myself is actually starting to drive me a little bit crazy.

That's alright. Lots of people feel that way.

I'd say do what you want to do, not what you HAVE to do. Especially if you're an undergrad.

[davidw.]

Originally Posted by sean52692

That's alright. Lots of people feel that way.

I'd say do what you want to do, not what you HAVE to do. Especially if you're an undergrad.

I know this is a bad thing but I have waaaaaay to much pride to drop it right now. I'm also in a program that is supposed to put you right into the university's medical school so I don't want to throw that away yet.

I agree and this winter break will be a lot of re-evaluating.

[sean52692]

Originally Posted by davidw.

I know this is a bad thing but I have waaaaaay to much pride to drop it right now. I'm also in a program that is supposed to put you right into the university's medical school so I don't want to throw that away yet.

I agree and this winter break will be a lot of re-evaluating.

Pride is valuable. Stick with that - especially if you'll make it right into the med school.

[davidw.]

I'll stick it out for now. A lot can happen between now and the end of the semester. I'll try to get it together. Thanks for listening

[sean52692]

Originally Posted by davidw.

I'll stick it out for now. A lot can happen between now and the end of the semester. I'll try to get it together. Thanks for listening

You'll be fine man.

[AllifromOhio]

Originally Posted by sean52692

Because of your unfortunate Sunday after Halloween?

No, lack of effort to get the job done. I started like twice and never got drunk. Being 24 sucks.

[AllifromOhio]

David, there is no shame in admitting that something is not for you. I was Pre-med too and after a while, I learned I wasn't cut out for it. If medicine means a lot to you, there are many other routes to take besides being a doctor. Being a PA is actually more benificial now ah-days because of the lack of malpractice insurance.

[cpxc.]

Stick with it brah

[laura22]

what should i do at the gym today????
im weak as fuck

Originally Posted by davidw.

I know this is a bad thing but I have waaaaaay to much pride to drop it right now. I'm also in a program that is supposed to put you right into the university's medical school so I don't want to throw that away yet.

I agree and this winter break will be a lot of re-evaluating.

Originally Posted by AllifromOhio

David, there is no shame in admitting that something is not for you. I was Pre-med too and after a while, I learned I wasn't cut out for it. If medicine means a lot to you, there are many other routes to take besides being a doctor. Being a PA is actually more benificial now ah-days because of the lack of malpractice insurance.

real talk-

alli is spot on. i had a lot friends doing pre-med undergrad that ended up switching out before they graduated. most people do. if this is what you really want, then you can do it... the good things in life will never be easy. BUT if you don't see yourself happy doing this when it's all said and done, definitely weigh your other options. there are always other options. no use in wasting time and money slaving away for something that isn't what you want.

it sounds like you really like the health science field (hell yeah!). there are tons of other paths you can go. a lot if former pre-med kids i know decided to go into PA (like alli said) or PT. these careers also require less school than med school. the good news is that the pre-med requirements (bio, chem, etc) are usually requirements or pre-reqs for other health science programs. over break i would recommend doing a little research on other options and even shadowing someone with that profession

it took me a while to really know what path i wanted to do. it's a frustrating time but you'll figure it out

[AllifromOhio]

I still graduated with a BS in Health Science but I know I want to get my Masters in something and probably go back and get my RN as well. I love science and I love learning but I knew being a doctor wasn't going to work.

[Rodey]

Don't let one rough semester discourage your career path, David. I would hate to see one small portion of your academic career dissuade you from doing something you really want to do. Finish the semester as strong as you can and then take time to think about whether or not it's what you really want over the winter.

Certainly don't just up and quit on your aspirations of becoming a doctor because of one tough stretch, though.

[AllifromOhio]

To play devil's advocate, it's not just one tough stretch, it's a tough race. It will have peaks and valleys but overall, it's tough. I took all of the same courses, and Med is just going to be harder. David, if you really want it, go for it. But to be cliche, the only easy day was yesterday.
Laura and Doug are working really hard, and you will have to keep up your hard work, David.
Either way, I'm sure your family will be proud of you!

[davidw.]

Originally Posted by Rodey

Don't let one rough semester discourage your career path, David. I would hate to see one small portion of your academic career dissuade you from doing something you really want to do. Finish the semester as strong as you can and then take time to think about whether or not it's what you really want over the winter.

Certainly don't just up and quit on your aspirations of becoming a doctor because of one tough stretch, though.

Hey thanks for the advice guys it was good to vent a little bit last night. I'm not really the type to do that. And you're right Jordan. I just saw my organic grade from my last test and flew off the handle (class average was a 57). Just need to stop feeling sorry for myself and work a little harder.

[cpxc.]

go david!!! you can do it!!!

[sean52692]

Team David.

[sbuzzz]

Holy real life shit around here!

David, find a female med student, lick her ass while talking about all the medical aspects of it. Then have her blow you while she talks about what medically is happening. Then smoke a bowl and realize you're still in college.

Then start studying again on Monday.

[cpxc.]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6a6VVncgHcY

thought this was a cool video

first comment cracked me up

[cpxc.]

Tim's top 10 favorite DMB tracks

1. #34
2. The Dreaming Tree
3. Stolen Away on 55th and 3rd
4. The Riff
5. Gaucho
6. Cry Freedom
7. Little Red Bird
8. #41
9. If Only
10. Rhyme and Reason

[AllifromOhio]

How can she talk if she's sucking his dick?

[cpxc.]

I like that song

[Rodey]

Tim so silly!

[cpxc.]

yeah who the fuck likes LRB?

his list should be like mine.

1. 41
2. Say Goodbye
3. Raven
4. Dancing Nancies
5. Seek Up
6. Two Step
7. Ants Marching
8. Pig
9. Help Myself
10. Lie In Our Graves

that list is sexy

[Tiduwho]

Originally Posted by cpxc.

yeah who the fuck likes LRB?

his list should be like mine.

1. 41
2. Say Goodbye
3. Raven
4. Dancing Nancies
5. Seek Up
6. Two Step
7. Ants Marching
8. Pig
9. Help Myself
10. Lie In Our Graves

that list is sexy

There are a couple disagreements I have, but mostly this list is pretty damn solid.

[cpxc.]

shh no more DMB talk...with my post we went over the allotted amount of DMB related posts in a 24 hour period in this thread.

[Tiduwho]

K let's get back to talking about drinking.

[cpxc.]

Originally Posted by Tiduwho

K let's get back to talking about drinking.

sounds good..

pregamming with founders harvest ale -- stuff is delicious

[AllifromOhio]

I had Everclear for the first time last night. Very strange drunk. All body high, felt like I was on drugs. 195 proof.

[Tiduwho]

Founders is always good. Currently drinking a Southern Tier Warlock, have had a brandy Old Fashioned, a Tom Collins, and a Rye whiskey old fashioned. Yum.

Bombay sapphire is amazing. 1.75L for $29? That's a good deal.

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