Hi Marie-France! Thank you so much for responding! I’m sorry to hear that you are dissatisfied with teaching as well. I loved the kids and I miss them, but I feel so much more peaceful having left.

I sometimes think that we are meant to go on many different paths, and that it was unrealistic for me to think that I would be in the same field my entire life. I think few stay in the same career throughout their entire lives these days.

Would dog walking help you move towards an animal-based career? I have thought about doing that on the side here until I could possibly live off the income, but unfortunately my town is not animal friendly (I hope to move within 3-5 years if all goes as planned).

Social work would be my next choice, but I’ve heard so many cons about it lately.

I am just tired of the roller coaster more than anything. One day I’ll feel confident about pursuing nursing and the next day my anxiety will get the best of me.

I’m looking into guided meditations for beginners at the moment!

Thanks again and I hope that you are able to follow your dreams as well! 🙂