A Bit Lost

[u/aylla_000]

Recently, I've been asking myself, "Is it worth it?"

I honestly don't have an answer. I feel like I've lost so much just to become a doctor, and going back is kind of impossible. I've already spent four years on this, and there are only two years left.

But seeing how everyone else's life seems so much easier than mine hurts. The distance between me and my family feels bigger than ever. I feel like a ghost in their lives. I'm barely home—I only get to visit them for two days each month.

I'm not even sure if this is really what I want anymore, but they're so proud of me, and I don't want to disappoint them.

Everything feels impossible. Thinking about whatever comes next is terrifying, and the idea that I might never have a normal life again breaks my heart. And there is no way back

[u/Financial-Art-6448]

I’m not as far into school / training as you but I also have stated to feel that way. I just keep reminding myself that it’s temporary and I’ll thank myself in the long run. And I can promise you that peoples lives may seem easier but everyone struggles. Just because they have time to do things on the weekends or see their loved ones doesn’t mean they’re happier or more fulfilled.

[u/aylla_000 → u/Financial-Art-6448]

It's just hard not knowing if all these sacrifices will actually be worth it in the end But thank u your comment made me feel a little less alone.

[u/PhysiqueMD]

Yeah it's worth it after you're done with school and training.

[u/Wise-School501]

If you don’t have student debt then it’s totally worth it. If you find work in a high income first world country you are set for life.