Yeah. Had a conversation last night about colleges & careers with my HS Junior daughter.
Edited by EffinIllini on February 12, 2026, 10:09:09
Besides her not really knowing what she wants to do, I similarly don't know how to advise her. While I do think that there will always be a need for careers that require a human empathy/emotional element or personal connection, she has no interest in nursing or healthcare careers.  Previous Message
but if I had to give her advice today I'd be all *Bob Shruggins*
No idea what fields will be viable let alone in demand a decade from now.
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