To have or not to have

These days we have the liberty of having a choice in picking a career, compared to the days of our ancestors, who either became a farmer, a fisherman or a trader depending on their status and locality. Or probably our parents, particularly, the ladies, who either became a teacher, a nurse or a secretary who claims to eventually sit on the boss' lap.

Having no choice may not be such a bad thing, considering the mild headaches we get at a crossroad in deciding a career, beginning with the specific university degree to obtain.

Had my fair share of tossing and turning on my bed - weighing all the possible pros and cons to
my decision, and fickly choosing from A to B. It was either a food techonologist or a pharmacist.

For those who know me, guess you know which I chose. How did I come to such a conclusion, I really don't know. My sister, now, going through the same motion as if it is a vicious cycle questioned me, 'What made you choose this to that?' .. I have no idea. Am I regretting it? ... I remain clueless.

Guess one will never know and there isn't really a right or wrong answer when one is choosing from two decent career options. Probably it comes down to one's passion, try to listen to the voice from within and go with your guts? One may point out it's illogical sense or the lack of practicality but what the heck, am not going to lose my sanity figuring out the 'What If's' in life. I shall not regret the choice I made (even though I am finding it hard to sustain motivation at work) but will strive to work around it.

As for my sister, here's her dilemma:

It looks like two ends of a spectrum so it can't be too difficult to choose from one to the other, trust me, it is just as difficult.

Desiring the simplicity of life.