Throughout our journey in life, each phase serves as a building block, preparing us for the next. From preschool to formal education in schools, and then onto university to refine our skills for the job market, every step plays a crucial role.
However, many individuals have a deep fear of change and transitioning between life stages. This fear often leads to denial, and pursuing a master’s degree can become a way to resist the concept of getting older.
Undoubtedly, pursuing a master’s degree comes with various benefits, academically, professionally, and personally. However, let’s be real, some people don’t even really need it nor is it an essential for them to apply to and succeed in certain jobs. It becomes more like a coping mechanism with the idea of getting old and facing the real world.
Preparing to pursue a master’s degree requires understanding the consequences of this decision. It involves carefully considering the entire learning process, including whether one is truly ready for the challenge or if taking a break from continuous studying would be more beneficial until readiness is achieved.
What we’re trying to say here is postponing a decision does not make it disappear; it simply delays it.
And while getting a masters degree is great for some people, others who are turning to it to delay real life might need to rethink whether or not they really need it and that facing reality is bound to happen anyway. What do you think? Leave your thoughts in the comments!
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