What did you want to be in middle school and why didn't you become it?

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If you did then why did you become it? I wanted to be a doctor but I sucked at science.

Beckybooboo · Accepted Answer

In middle school, I was going to be an elementary school teacher, like my mom. When I was in high school, I spent a day with my aunt, an RN, and decided I wanted to work in the medical field. I was accepted to the Medical College of WI and was determined to be an MD but realized it wasn't the path I wanted to go. I ended up becoming a nurse practitioner. I don't have the extra zero at the end of my paycheck but I was able to have a life and not be embroiled in constant schooling, internships and residency... I'm very happy with my decision.

7Phoenix7 · Accepted Answer

I wanted to be an actress, and a dancer/choreographer lol. I didn’t become an actress, but I did end up in a dance group later on when I was like 18 and we performed shows. It was super fun and I got to travel a bit…

Xawyx-2 · Accepted Answer

I wanted to be a dentist – despite the fact that I'm afraid to go to the dentist... I wanted to help people who want to fix their teeth pain-free (by using anesthetic).

But I didn't pass the locomotor skill test (Important for using the dental drill).

Twodogs0525 · Accepted Answer

In middle school, I was going to be a professional baseball player 😁 In high school, I fell in love with aviation when we moved next door to a commercial airline pilot my freshman year. I currently fly for a small commercial carrier in the US.

Advisor Smith · Accepted Answer

In middle school, I aspired to be a scientist because I was fascinated by discovery and innovation. However, as I grew older, I realized my strengths lay more in understanding people, communication, and strategic planning. This led me to pursue a career in business and education, allowing me to leverage those skills to help others find their paths. I discovered that guiding people in their educational and career journeys provided immense satisfaction and aligned with my natural abilities.

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CupcakeTheDestroyer · Answer

I wanted to be a teacher, but that was just because I thought a job with summers off would not only be easy, but pay well enough that I wouldn’t have to worry about funds during those 3 months. I was painfully wrong on that

RandomGirl42 · Answer

In middle school/high school I wanted to be an comedy actress/writer but never took any steps to take it serious like actually acting in any school plays or anything. I went to college a little bit with the intention of being a vet but covid and other issues screwed that all up. I know I could still do it online and maybe someday I will since my rural area can always use vet services.

Other than that I decided to just be the most awesome me I could be and that seems to be working out pretty good most days. 😊

Nikki1989 · Answer

I always wanted to be a professional studio musician until I found out about all the hoops you must jump through to get to that point. I got a full-time office job at 16 while doing a business course at night and have been working in offices ever since. No regrets though; it is what it is.

HawkPerception · Answer

I wanted to be an "inventor". The thing about being an inventor is, I still can be. It doesn't require credentials. Just an idea and the willpower to make that vision come to life.

The only thing holding me back is laziness. I have ideas, but it seems like a ridiculous amount of effort to make those visions come to life. I also don't quite understand the manufacturing process

sage2021 · Answer

Well, even before middle school I couldn't wait to be a Mom. That started when I was 6 years old. I just knew. But I had many years to wait until I was older and married first.
I got married at age 20, and finally became a Mommy at age 23.🙂 I still love being a Mom.❤️

Abbycado · Answer

I was the same. Doctor. I’m a biology undergrad rn, but I’m just going to PA, which is close. It doesn’t require med school only med related post graduate.

MemeSupreme · Answer

an engineer and plenty of reasons lol

i was working 30+ hours a week in high school to support myself and my dad, had a shitty home life, mental health, and just a lot of other stuff going on. its sucks bc i was really invested

Phoenix98 · Answer

A soldier but in the end I decided not to because both my cousin and my father were deployed in war zones when I was old to join and it would have killed her if I had joined and got deployed as well.

So in the end I chose not to for my families sake.

exitseven · Answer

I wanted ot be an astronaut It was not just a kid;s dream either. I went to college on an Air Force ROTC scholarship with the intention of becoming a pilot and hopefully an astronaut. After freshman year I want ot basic training and failed an eye test and ws dropped from the program

BonzoInBitburg · Answer

All my life I wanted to be a building contractor. My ex-wife hated the idea and wouldn't allow it. After we divorced I became a contractor and it was the best years of my life. I sold the business and retired so I can travel full time.

DryGermanGuy · Answer

Something with technology… an engineer or similar etc. I guess I succeeded. 🤔🙃

AviatorTom · Answer

Since I was very young, I wanted to be an engineer, and that's exactly what I became. I went to college, earned an Engineering Degree, and I've had a long and interesting career as an engineer.

Finchie40 · Answer

I wanted to be a musician , but my band decided to pursue other things , so I ended up doing other things as welll even though I love playing music

live2dance25 · Answer

I wanted to be on air talent, like work at a radio station, but it’s a lot harder to do and it requires a certain personality.

NathanDavis · Answer

I wanted to be an engineer, an architect and construction worker as well... wanted to do it all for bridges, lol

dudeinohio · Answer

Didn't make up my mind until high school... but failed at it anyway.

MrChinaski · Answer

I wanted to be Tom Cruise. But I sucked at acting and have regular guy looks. Besides, it turns out the position was filled.

Fireguy17 · Answer

Truck driver or firefighter. I used to drive trucks, operate heavy equipment before I became a firefighter/medic.

Staximus · Answer

I wanted to work for the forest service but everybody wants to be a goddamn forest ranger that has a bachelor's degree in agriculture. It's a very difficult job to get around these parts

Spencer10 · Answer

I basically have... just a little longer than intended and by a slightly different path.

FunkyMonkee · Answer

The wind blew and the shit flew and anytime I tried to make shit happen, I got thwarted.

Shiprex · Answer

Soldier, kinda did but as a reserve. Got a real job instead and kept the military thing going

Anonymous · Answer

Wanted to be my teacher's wife and mother to his kids.

AngryCarl2 · Answer

I wanted to be the black sheep of the family and I succeeded magnificently.

Pterodon · Answer

I wanted to be in the aviation industry and I became an aircraft mechanic

loveyouoak · Answer

Because I wasn't hardworking.

Anonymous · Answer

I didn’t want to be anything and I am nothing.

Ariesman81 · Answer

Wildlife Biologist... no money in it

CubaPirate · Answer

An Astronaut and no lol

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