Am i crazy? Would you do this?

You've got to follow your heart. Sometimes that means making the hard choice to leave the comfortable and embark on the difficult.

When I was 25, I was working on my PhD, and everyone expected me to get that degree and get a fancy job. But after years in school I realized I really didn't like what I was doing. So I quit and I worked low paying jobs for a couple of years and worked on my resume and made connections and finally found the job of my dreams. It wasn't what I was originally going to school for, but It is a job I love, find challenging, and feel I am making a difference in the world.

Knowledge is power, and incase you haven't heard, 30 isn't old. If you want to further your education, by all means do so. There's nothing wrong with setting new goals. You never have to settle for less. I say go for it. You know what it takes, the sacrifice and the rewards that come in the aftermath. Don't let anyone tell you different. Especially since you have no obligations to a spouse or children.

I know how you feel. I've moved to a new "life" twice... it's really scary. And I'm always thinking about going back to school. But I"m scared of being broke and everything like you just said. But if you feel that's what you need in order to be happy then go for it, girl.

I took 10 years to graduate from college at 28. I was perpetually broke for all those years. Now, I am an engineer doing what I like (somedays) making great money. No, you are not crazy.

Knowledge is power, and incase you haven't heard, 30 isn't old. If you want to further your education, by all means do so. There's nothing wrong with setting new goals. You never have to settle for less. I say go for it. You know what it takes, the sacrifice and the rewards that come in the aftermath. Don't let anyone tell you different. Especially since you have no obligations to a spouse or children.

Knowledge IS POWER. Go do it....you will not regret it!

I will probably be 34 by the time I finish my PhD, making at least 10 times less than what I can be making right now with my experience, education and knowledge. After living in US for over a decade, I am currently living in a country (Saudia) where "crimes" as such drinking alcohol are punishable by death.

Ask yourself, are your goals worth it. If you think they are, then go for it and do not regret your decision. If you think your education isn't worth it, then don't. I am currently happy making enough money to get me by and that is enough for me.

Personally, I don't think you are crazy at all. Wanting to do more than you know you are at the moment, isn't a bad thing. Happiness in life is pursued by many people, many different ways. Not to judge others based on what we would do ourselves is a difficult skill to learn. The goals we need to set for ourselves will always differ from our family & friends alike. My husband and I were both working full time while raising our growing family several years ago. I used to manage 2 Subway stores and my husband works in construction/general carpentry. We had 3 children at the time when we decided for me to quite my job and stay home full time with the children. We felt a Calling to remove them from Pubic school and start homeschooling. Everyone thought we were crazy! And still do for the most part! We now have 5 children, on one (low) income. The rewards of following that Calling have brought many rewards. Only my personal opinion, but if you feel like there is "more" and you are able to do it, why not? Who knows, maybe there will be more to your future at school then just the studies?

P.S. Your English is very good by the way. I never would have guessed that you were from a different country based on your writing skills. I get the feeling that you are much better at some things that you may realize. God bless in your decision! :flowerforyou:

First off, I couldn't tell your English wasn't your first language. I've studied a couple other languages and know how much effort it takes to learn. Good job!!!

I don't think it's wrong for you to go back to school. I have a comfortable job too, make decent money and I still think about going back to school for the degree I really wanted. If you were doing this just because you were lazy or didn't want to work, then I'd say suck it up, but you're doing it for you, to be more happy. Do whatever you feel is right. In the end, you're the one its affecting, not all your friends.

I'm with the general consensus, that you really must follow your heart! I didn't even begin University until I ended up a single mom at the age of 33 (the single mom bit happened when I was 32) and graduated when I was 38! I'm so glad I made all the sacrifices for all those years because I LOVE what I do!

I say go for it! Best wishes to you in your endeavors!

Yes.
Yes.

Crazy is good.

Sounds great! You are making things happen in your life. Why not?

If you are going to do it now is the time - no kids, close family, good job. You aren't crazy - just adventurous!

I was 33 when I left my job to go back to school and get a degree. Graduated at 37 and started a new career. Other than student loans, I've never regretted it.

I think you are being very smart. I went back to school in my mid 30's to finish my bachelors. While I was scared to death with being "the old woman who ruins the curve", I enjoyed my learning experience much more than the first time around. I did have the advantange of my employer paying for my schooling but you are so much better in the long run. And as many people have said "Knowledge is Power".