That's what my mother has been saying to me ever since I was young. I'd read the word psychiatrist in my GK book when I was in 5th grade and that's when I had decided that I wanted to be that type of a doctor. That's when I was first Introduced to anything related to psychology.
For a long time and even now, some of my family members and relatives used to think that i got the craze for becoming a psychologist from the movie "Bhool Bhulaiya", that's far from the truth.
I passed high school and prepared for NEET but after 2 attempts and a drop year, I was still unable to secure a seat in any government mbbs college. So my parents decided to send me abroad or another option they gave me was choosing dentistry, BHMS Or BAMS.
But that's when I decided that i would go for a psychology hons. degree. Of course my entire family was against it. We had so much tension in the house because my mom didn't want me to go in that field. She never wanted me to. There were fights and debates everyday. On one side, I was trying to show them why I should do it while on the other hand they would tell me why some other course was better for me. But in the end, they gave in.
And on my first day in college, I got to learn the difference between a psychiatrist and a psychologist. And I was so thankful for where God put me because that day I realized that I wouldn't really have wanted to become a psychiatrist after all. And ever since, there wasn't a moment where I regretted my decision. I love this field and I've decided to stay in this field whatever happens.
Vanshika Nagda December 12, 2020 5:31 pm
@parishreepandya More power to you! it takes so much courage to stand up for yourself especially when its against your parents' will. I am so happy for you. All the best!
Shruti Shashidharan December 12, 2020 5:34 pm
@parishreepandya So happy to know that you stood up for yourself and are pursuing a career of your choice! Thank you for sharing your experience with us, it's inspiring!!
Iarisa Nongbet December 12, 2020 5:36 pm
@parishreepandya really inspiring to hear you standing up for yourself. Eventually your parents, and the society will realize the value of psychology through more contributions.
Simran Rai December 12, 2020 7:16 pm
So inspiring!! Happy to see that you stood up for yourself. Be strong as you fight your way to success. Good luck!
Namitha M December 12, 2020 7:19 pm
@parishreepandya This is so inspiring and it's good to know that you are doing something you love.. God bless:))
Amrita Jain December 12, 2020 7:24 pm
@parishreepandya it was so good to know that someone out there is chasing their childhood dreams even though the just one were against him..
Kanishka Mendiratta December 12, 2020 8:47 pm
@parishreepandya What a beautiful journey!.
Trust me I'm also from science background and I can totally relate with you, as I wanted to become a doctor but fortunately I'm doing my study in Psychology.
I believe everything is planned and so your and mine Destiny was.
Good to see you over here! 🌟
Sakina Husain December 12, 2020 8:59 pm
@parishreepandya so glad to know u r dont regret choosing this field and u stood up for ur choice! I am sure one day your parents will also realise that this is the best career choice for you. Make them proud honey!💫
Mrunmayee Kulkarni December 12, 2020 9:11 pm
@parishreepandya you are very courageous! It takes immense amount of strength to go with something which your parents don’t approve of. Hope you achieve the greatest heights!
Gurleen Kaur December 12, 2020 9:14 pm
i’m glad you didn’t give up fighting for your choice of course. Whatever happens, happens for a reason. Happy for you!!
Karisma December 13, 2020 12:09 am
@parishreepandya it takes a lot if courage to stand for what you want and believe in when everyone around you says different. The fact that people still see subject that come under humanities or arts as an hobby rather than a career subject amazes me because these are the people who eventually build the society be it journalists, politicians. Professor or psychologist. So many people who have an ambition to go in these fields get derailed due to familia pressure, it nice to see someone who stood for herself. Have a wonderful journey! 🙂
Sneha Agrawal December 13, 2020 1:07 am
@parishreepandya Hats off to you for taking such a bold stand for yourself.Standing up to others in order to stay determined and focus in ur choice, is a really big commitment.I am happy that u r still continuing with something that makes u happy.Good luck for the future 👍
A.Basu December 13, 2020 1:20 am
@parishreepandya It's ok, life can go downhill sometimes, i am sure you will be successful one day, you passion will carry you upto there.
Avantika Mehrotra December 13, 2020 3:33 am
@parishreepandya I am very happy that I got to know about you. After all it's not an easy job to take a stand for yourself and fight for yourself against your family. I'm really glad that you did what you did and that's why you're here today and I am super proud of you!
You're an inspiration for all the girls out there who sacrifice their dreams just because of their parents who force them to do something else. Thank you for sharing your experience with me.
Rashmi Parab December 13, 2020 12:34 pm
So happy to know that you stood up for yourself and are pursuing a career of your choice! Thank you for sharing your experience with us, it's inspiring!!
Harshita Vaswani December 13, 2020 1:19 pm
And never regret that decision senior
Kudos to you and keep helping your juniors and you'd live happily.
Not stalking you, you appeared in my feed.
RIYA/RIRI December 13, 2020 5:10 pm
Really love that you stood up for yourself! Yes, do whatever your heart desires even if others don’t agree. So awesome to have you on the team ((:
Saumya Srivastava December 14, 2020 8:51 am
I am glad you were able to break out of the stigma and do what you love. Now as Psychology students it is our responsibility to help others break out of it and destigmatize mental health.
Hey Parishree! Fighting for yourself was the best thing you did. Kuddos to you. All the best for future.
Courageous story.
Well done!!
More power to you! You're going great. Glad to see your love for the subject. Good luck💛
I really appreciate your candour. Your story is relatable and brave. It fills me with joy sharing your experience. Lots of love for a bright future ahead.
@parishreepandya so glad to know u r dont regret choosing this field and u stood up for ur choice! I am sure one day your parents will also realise that this is the best career choice for you. Make them proud honey!💫
Hey Parishree,glad you followed only what you wanted, stay focused and finally doing it, you must be feeling so happy and satisfied right now🙂, my best wishes to your future endeavours
You seem to be ambitious and have a fierce to stand by your dreams. I'm happy you landed up where you really belong. Good Luck !
I loved how determined and steady you were despite the bumps you had on your road. Really happy to see that you finally went to a place where you feel belonged. I'm sure your parents will be proud of all your achievements and endeavors in the future. More power to you. May you get back up every time you fall.
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Hello. lots of power to your girl!!! Being a girl I know it isn't easy to go against your family. In our culture it is seen as something very wrong. but I am glad you took your decision wisely and stood up for yourself. Your parents will be super proud of you one day. they will see why you chose this field and they wont doubt you again. Lots of love. work hard and touch heights. 😀
That's honestly so nice to hear, the fact that you found what makes you happy and don't have to question your decisions anymore. Arguing about career options really can be very stressful sometimes, and it must have been a rough time sigh, I'm so glad you made it here. Its really nice to be hearing such stories in the discussion!
Hey Parishree, that was a brave and courageous fight buddy. When we start listening to what our inner soul says I hope we will never regret for a decision made. Highs and lows are common so why don't we give it a try...stay positive , stay happy and keep going.
That is quite a story here! I hope your passion never dulls and that you reach heights. Do not get carried away by the struggles of clients that you counsel in future. Do not take them personally. Just do your part and wait for things to unfold. All the best!
That is quite a story here! I hope your passion never dulls and that you reach heights. Do not get carried away by the struggles of clients that you counsel in future. Do not take them personally. Just do your part and wait for things to unfold. All the best!
Thanks for sharing your experience. It gives me lot of insights. I'm so glad you made it here ☺️
I've felt the same too, negative reactions from my family members, when I said I wanted to study Psychology. But I stayed true to my dream, and now I'm so glad to continue studying psychology! 🙂
I love how you didn't stop and give up, you were determined and you followed what you truly wanted!
More power to you!
Reading this makes me so happy. I'm glad you love this field. Thanks for sharing! 🙂
