Scared To Start A Career ?

Question

So all my life I’ve wanted to become a nurse, but everytime time i get the courage to start it i always find an excuse to back out. First it was me being a working mom, then it was me being scared to take the test, then it went back to being scared to take the chance at doing it cause i don’t know how to balance work,school & children. (I don’t have a support system). I’ve been a CNA/ Med tech for over 10 years working in nursing and assisted living and i recently lost my job and lately I’ve been thinking more about an actual career. But then the fear comes in heavy and i don’t know what to do. I’m scared of failing. But i also fear not making anything with myself

Answer

Hey 👋🏽 nurse over here. 
DO NOT be afraid to take that step!!! I am currently an LPN in an LPN-BSN program and I graduate next year. Nursing is hard, and difficult, and probably the most stressful thing you will every go through. But if you can make it to the end (whether LPN or RN program), if you have to take 2-3 steps BACKWARDS, take the “L” if need be, it will all be worth it in the end to come out on top! 
I finished LPN school while unemployed and on unemployment benefits, until they ran out. It was a struggle, and difficult, and I probably would not have finished without the financial support of my classmates as well, but a full time LPN program was 10 months, and in less than a year I had graduated, had a job, and was licensed as a nurse. 
You CAN do this!! Don’t doubt yourself mama! And if you have ANY questions, please, feel free to ask. 🥰

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My husband has this same issue. Has a lot to do with not being encouraged or supported growing up so there is no self confidence. Maybe some part of you feels like you don’t deserve or belong in the life you want for yourself (imposter syndrome). Or maybe if you’re at least the one dictating your failure (by avoiding risks) you don’t have to fear feeling rejection or disappointment in yourself if things don’t work out. I really hope you can find the nerve to take a chance on yourself! Being in your field for 10 years makes it second nature for you at this point so I think you’re definitely capable of more. Time is going to pass regardless and if you don’t at least try, you risk living with tons of regret later. Best case scenario is you grow and position yourself better in life. Worst case scenario is you end up exactly where you already are right now. You’re not alone; taking chances is scary for everyone! I hope you can find the strength to go for it!

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What do you have to lose if you try nursing?

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Just do it!!! It’s going to be hard and time consuming but worth it in the end. Whether or not you do it, time will still pass.

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You already have the foundation being a CNA!!! You’ll pass your first few classes w ease, from there it’s just building new knowledge & lots of studying. You should go for it!!!

Scared To Start A Career ?

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