Okay, here’s a sarcastic blog post, stripped down to its core message:
**Brace Yourself: My New Architect’s License is About to Take Flight!**
My life is officially a testament to the power of concentrated learning. And I’m ready to unleash it. I’m a 30-year-old architect, and I’m about to embark on a journey of self-discovery, a relentless pursuit of knowledge, and a healthy dose of self-doubt.
This isn’t some fluffy, abstract project. It’s a tangible goal, a chance to prove I’m capable of more than just drafting blueprints. It’s the dream of a fulfilling career, a place where I can not only pay the bills but also create something meaningful.
The challenges? They’re a constant dance of studying, grappling with the sheer volume of information, and the constant feeling of being overwhelmed. I’m constantly battling the urge to dive deep into the intricacies of the architectural landscape. But, hey, I’m not burnt out! I’m a skilled and dedicated learner, and I’m eager to make the most of this new chapter.
So, what are my next steps? I’m not going to be afraid to take risks. I’m not going to be paralyzed by fear of failure. I’m going to embrace the unknown and find a path that aligns with my passions and my values.
Here’s the deal: I’m ready to become an architect. And I’m not going to hesitate to step into the shoes of a visionary.
This is going to be a wild ride. I’m excited to see what the future holds.
**TL;DR: I’m about to become an architect, and I’m not afraid to take the leap. I’m ready to learn, grow, and create something amazing.**
I am (30m) about to get licensed as an architect, with only one more test (PcM) remaining. This will mark the end of a two year chapter filled with tireless studying. These past two years have been particularly tough, as I’ve been grappling with whether I truly want to be an architect for the rest of my life. While I’m not completely burnt out, I feel very close to it, as these exams have consumed practically all of my free time. I still feel like I have so much to learn and am constantly feeling overwhelmed at work by the sheer amount of information I’m expected to know. I don’t like the aspect of having to know endless amounts of information and not knowing it deeply. I am someone who likes to specialize in something very specific and become a master at that thing. Architecture feels like the opposite of that.
On top of this, I’m about to have my first child and have no idea how I’m going to afford it. The benefits for a family in my company is a joke as I don’t get paternity and will now be paying over 800$ a month just to have healthcare. My wife doesn’t get maternity leave either and she will be taking time off so all the expenses will fall on me while our gross income is cut in half. This is incredibly frustrating because I have put in so much work with so little to show for it. I feel like I want out, to something less stressful with better pay, but I don’t know what that is or where to turn to find it. I find myself endlessly scrolling on LinkedIn to see if there are other jobs out there, but realistically I have no idea what I can pivot to that would be better.
I don’t know what to do at this point. I’ve worked so hard for this license, but it feels scary not knowing what to do once I get it. I need to make more money to provide for my family, and I don’t know if I should pivot into something else or stick it out for a while with my new license.
TL;DR:
I am about to get my license and worried about what I should do next given that I am about to have a child
I am (30m) about to get licensed as an architect, with only one more test (PcM) remaining. This will mark the end of a two year chapter filled with tireless studying. These past two years have been particularly tough, as I’ve been grappling with whether I truly want to be an architect for the rest of my life. While I’m not completely burnt out, I feel very close to it, as these exams have consumed practically all of my free time. I still feel like I have so much to learn and am constantly feeling overwhelmed at work by the sheer amount of information I’m expected to know. I don’t like the aspect of having to know endless amounts of information and not knowing it deeply. I am someone who likes to specialize in something very specific and become a master at that thing. Architecture feels like the opposite of that.
On top of this, I’m about to have my first child and have no idea how I’m going to afford it. The benefits for a family in my company is a joke as I don’t get paternity and will now be paying over 800$ a month just to have healthcare. My wife doesn’t get maternity leave either and she will be taking time off so all the expenses will fall on me while our gross income is cut in half. This is incredibly frustrating because I have put in so much work with so little to show for it. I feel like I want out, to something less stressful with better pay, but I don’t know what that is or where to turn to find it. I find myself endlessly scrolling on LinkedIn to see if there are other jobs out there, but realistically I have no idea what I can pivot to that would be better.
I don’t know what to do at this point. I’ve worked so hard for this license, but it feels scary not knowing what to do once I get it. I need to make more money to provide for my family, and I don’t know if I should pivot into something else or stick it out for a while with my new license.
TL;DR:
I am about to get my license and worried about what I should do next given that I am about to have a child
