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  • @libbyt2581
    @libbyt2581 2 роки тому +400

    I felt the same after my undergrad. Doing a Masters was the best decision I ever made for my personal growth and my future. It helped me decide on my career path too. But it's also helpful to remember people change their careers all the time even after years in the same job. So nothing is set and you're not locked into anything. Best of luck with the application 🌟

    • @macerly
      @macerly  2 роки тому +10

      Thank you so much!

    • @4amoats
      @4amoats 2 роки тому +1

      hi, just checking up on you

  • @aeiacruz4440
    @aeiacruz4440 2 роки тому +59

    I graduated last June 2022, got hired exactly after a month. I still have no idea what I'm doing for the most part of my post-university life. Been so stressed a lot because I felt like I was "too slow" when it comes to adapting and learning stuff about my first job, but seeing so many other graduates feel the same way as I do comforted my heart more than I thought it would :(

  • @Jamie_Georgina
    @Jamie_Georgina 2 роки тому +433

    that's amazing! i feel so much like everyone around me has their life already planned out and i just feel lost, but you've inspired me to just get out there and try! thank you 💕

  • @oyabun9650
    @oyabun9650 Рік тому +17

    Please keep in mind that working in a field before picking up a degree can save you the frustration of ending up on a path that you hate.

  • @KatieM786
    @KatieM786 2 роки тому +2

    I feel about my MA the same way I feel about my wedding - I love my life now they're both over and done with but if I'd known how stressful both of them were going to be I would have thought twice about it. Love the British Library as well (you can have a beer on their roof patio out the back)! Good luck with the scholarship application ☺️👍

  • @AFTstorm
    @AFTstorm 2 роки тому +1

    The truth is we are all just doing what we think we should be doing (or what is expected of us) but in the end we are still young and we don’t know what paths our life will go on

  • @zeinabmk4065
    @zeinabmk4065 2 роки тому +1

    Trust me, you're making an excellent decision 👌 your future self will thank you so much. Higher education will change you for the better if you dedicate enough time and effort.
    Postdoc researcher in nanoelectronics here and a total female boss 🙌

  • @l-train7876
    @l-train7876 2 роки тому +10

    You don’t need a degree to be a corporate girl boss. I’m a project manager at a huge company and I have no degree.

    • @macerly
      @macerly  2 роки тому +4

      It depends on the country. In Norway and France, for instance, you won’t even qualify for a upper management role without a masters - so a masters degree is really essential!

    • @FireJach
      @FireJach Рік тому

      Yea, in Poland without a paper you are nobody

  • @KarenLeos91
    @KarenLeos91 2 роки тому +1

    I like studying too, I enjoy the constant academic learning part but I hate the education system here in the US. It’s depressing, but that didn’t stop me from attending grad school so here I am lol

  • @morgannwest5190
    @morgannwest5190 2 роки тому

    Wow!! So happy for you! I’m actually in a masters program in the U.S., and there is nothing wrong with expanding your knowledge and continuing to learn💕 Good luck with the application process, you got this!!!

  • @carolinejoy00
    @carolinejoy00 2 роки тому

    Its not easy... I feel for you... My darling daughter had this dilemma after she finished her Masters and i said to here you used to love learning and researching things, she loved her projects at school... So why dont you find a job that will allow you that freedom for the subjects you are passionate about.... Ie resesrching the areas she loves... That will be different for everyone.... I got to the top of my tree rearching things and the more you niche, the happier you will be..... And the more in demand for your info.... Follow your heart it knows the way... It may just pop up washing up one day... But long walks in nature spark ideas for me... Shes now really really narrowed that niche down, and within a year been head hunted and just about to gain promotion.. Sometimes rest is needed and in that time its ok not to know... Much love this too shall pass 💕💕 xxx

  • @ebl36
    @ebl36 2 роки тому +1

    the truth is, no one has their lives planned out as much as you think they do, and there are no deadlines! don’t force yourself to do things by a certain age, there aren’t any rules

  • @pink1d507
    @pink1d507 Рік тому

    if u don't know which direction to choose .. then choose one direction

  • @fatbardhahoxha8174
    @fatbardhahoxha8174 2 роки тому +1

    I found your channel today and i am in love❤️❤️❤️

    • @macerly
      @macerly  2 роки тому +1

      I'm so glad! Thank you for watching! ❤️❤️

  • @abigailhill6519
    @abigailhill6519 2 роки тому +3

    I swear you need a masters now to have like an actual good job that pays more than minimum wage lol I can’t

  • @nazlcanozen56
    @nazlcanozen56 Рік тому

    I'm studying at one of the best universites in my country and everyone is freaking out when I tell them that I don't want to continue with a master's degree. I agree that it's not for everyone

  • @ang5798
    @ang5798 2 роки тому

    Try your masters and joining your university research team in your field :) good luck!

  • @begood....
    @begood.... Рік тому

    Hi sister
    Actually your life is my dream life
    Independent solo
    Actually I am preparing for my neet exam
    This may 7 2023
    And I'm planning to go to foreign and live like u
    Pls reply and pray for my exam sucesssis❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️🎉

  • @majka255
    @majka255 2 роки тому

    I graduated a year ago, and got full time work right away. It's so hard still seeing your friends having 3 months long summer while I have to work all days. I have no motivation or idea in which direction I want to go in my life. Everything until graduation was planned for me and now I'm left alone with decisions... I was thinking of going back to uni but without any full scholarship that is definitely impossible :(

  • @__-gn3tp
    @__-gn3tp 2 роки тому

    Try to see if you can get the job you want without having to do a masters. Masters cost a lot and frankly it could be a waste of time

    • @janaj3364
      @janaj3364 Рік тому

      Depends on the country. In Germany for example tution fees are around 300 Euro for one semester.

  • @Merlinke91
    @Merlinke91 Рік тому

    You dont need master to suceed. Whats so hard about social media? Like there are people doing hard software engineering without any degree.

  • @hollyforbes7438
    @hollyforbes7438 2 роки тому +1

    Respectively, a bra might be A I good fit???🎉. Some ppl can go without and some cannot.
    I cannot

  • @NokuphilaMzobe
    @NokuphilaMzobe 9 місяців тому +2

    To be honest I don't know what should I do in life, lot of anxiety. Please gave me some clue

    • @Rishu-c2t
      @Rishu-c2t 4 місяці тому

      Apply to some internships

  • @JasminRachel
    @JasminRachel 2 роки тому +73

    Oh my god. Thinking of the same thing for myself! Might apply and get a masters next year 💛

    • @macerly
      @macerly  2 роки тому +7

      Go for it! 💛

  • @life.with.sabine
    @life.with.sabine 2 роки тому +34

    I understand this feeling. Whilst I did a masters degree at age 22, I still feel I can learn more and I am always curious towards new knowledge. I quit my first real job to take a break and focus on things that matter more such as improving social skills outside of an office environment. In the end I decided to talk with a career coach and figure out what drives me and what are my strengths.

    • @martad.2108
      @martad.2108 2 роки тому +6

      Where did you find your career coach? Or how did you choose it? I really need help with this area of my life but I'm finding it super hard to find someone that specializes in career coaching vs life coaching

    • @ItsWhoIAmItsHowILive
      @ItsWhoIAmItsHowILive 2 роки тому +2

      Despite becoming a doctor at age 24, I still think I needed a career coach. My disadvantaged background motivated me, but it definitely limited my growth. If I had more belief in myself I could have achieved greater things at a younger age.

    • @belle3055
      @belle3055 Рік тому +4

      @@ItsWhoIAmItsHowILive you became a DR at 24 chilll

  • @londazh
    @londazh 2 роки тому +25

    imagine I am 36 and still undecided about what to do (I quit my HR job and now in search to switch careers)

    • @Progress234
      @Progress234 2 роки тому +2

      Did you not like working in HR? Which career path(s) are you switching to?

    • @mynty_me
      @mynty_me 2 роки тому

      Yeah what made u realize HR wasn’t for you? Like from what little my uneducated self knows about HR is that u work with customers and get paid lots. Maybe customer service?? I for sure am far off but that’s what I associate HR with

    • @londazh
      @londazh 2 роки тому

      @@Progress234 I worked for 10 years, and it got too administrative after some time... I want to switch to training design (which I partially did before - a very small amount of onboarding trainings as HR person,, but I want to be a professional)

    • @londazh
      @londazh 2 роки тому +1

      @@mynty_me HR deals with employees, and basically acts as a bridge between company and staff. It is stressful because not only you act as a business partner to company management, but you deal with people's issues (important life changing ones, like salary, demotions, performance evaluations etc) on a daily basis - and it is harder than customer service because you actually see these people daily and they are your colleagues (unlike customer service, where it does not get so personal). I am trying to switch to training & development design, because it gives more possibility to do private projects for companies, also be in charge of own schedule/home office.

    • @6575mar
      @6575mar Рік тому

      @@londazh do you mind giving more info about how you got started in HR did you need a degree?

  • @imran4968
    @imran4968 2 роки тому +5

    University is honestly a waste of time, I just went to business school to make my parents proud and as a back up plan.

  • @UAuaUAuaUA
    @UAuaUAuaUA 2 роки тому +8

    Be aware that the longer you study, the smaller the return for each year will be. By age 30, nobody will want to see your degree diploma, but is much more interested in what you have done yourself.

  • @palakjain406
    @palakjain406 2 роки тому +19

    I hate that social media and even people in our society puts so much pressure in having a structured plan after we graduate school or college.
    Seeing your peers on social media and thinking they got all figured out sucks and even if you get off social media it's the people around asking that constantly bothers you.
    Best of luck for your application. If the decision makes you happy don't let anyone make you second guess you decision.

  • @stephanieb8122
    @stephanieb8122 2 роки тому +15

    So relatable Macerly! Thank you for being real about not knowing what to do with your life bc I’m feeling these same feels since I’m graduating soon!

  • @64-bit63
    @64-bit63 Рік тому +2

    Trust me. To become a high level corporate person you need EXPERIENCE. Not education

  • @Flutetastic.
    @Flutetastic. 2 роки тому +8

    Yeah, go for it girl!!! 👍👍👍♥️♥️♥️♥️

  • @chasestudio2736
    @chasestudio2736 2 роки тому +4

    I had to settle for a BA when I couldn’t afford my BFA. Props to you for being able to pursue a Masters. In all reality there’s a different path for everyone, so if you see people going in a different direction, don’t be weary.

  • @rinashalgina5664
    @rinashalgina5664 2 роки тому +2

    I started my master's degree in 2020 as a way to find my path in life and it didn't work out. I believe it is not for everyone and sometimes can feel like unnecessary burden. My story ended up in a depression and complete uncertainty. Hope you mean to take the degree! Wish you the best

  • @natgomide
    @natgomide 2 роки тому +3

    The feeling of something missing around when we graduate is totally crazy, I loved to be at the university learning everything hahaah

  • @chysolo
    @chysolo 2 роки тому +2

    I feel this way and it's nice knowing I'm not alone

  • @elisabethhenssler8706
    @elisabethhenssler8706 2 роки тому +3

    I’m in exactly the same place. Graduated two months ago. Thank you for making me feel not alone.

  • @alexiataylor9035
    @alexiataylor9035 2 роки тому +2

    I graduated in July and have just started a Master’s. It was definitely the right decision for me and I’m loving it so far. I hope you find the right path for you too 💕💕

  • @diehippiedie6717
    @diehippiedie6717 2 роки тому +1

    I’m 41 and i don’t know what to do neither!
    There are so much twists and turns in life. For everybody.
    And there always will be decisions to make.
    Making a choice can totally tetanize, because one decision= one direction.
    But i think there is always a possibility to try again…and try something else

  • @stalkerstomper3304
    @stalkerstomper3304 Рік тому +5

    You're apparently doing better than 95% of people in the world. Countless trips and a lavish lifestyle is all I see in your videos. You don't need to worry about anything honestly.

    • @flouserschird
      @flouserschird Рік тому +4

      Lmao right. Not knowing what to do with her life and she has most peoples dream job and lifestyle.

  • @nojustno4056
    @nojustno4056 2 роки тому +3

    Off topic but that neighbourhood is so aesthetic and cute im gonna die

  • @tam5to9
    @tam5to9 2 роки тому +1

    Maddy, honestly... I started following you when you were very young and making study hack videos... So in my mind, I always see you as this academic genius who has a very successful life...
    But it really upto you... What you want is what you should choose...
    And if that is learning and studying... So be it...
    😊😊😊
    More and more power to you

  • @jesuslovesyou8734
    @jesuslovesyou8734 2 роки тому +1

    May God bless you all and your loved ones and have a blessed day, night and life!✝️💝

  • @di_xox4747
    @di_xox4747 21 день тому

    Same. I don't know what to do with my life. I've been unemployed for almost 2 months 😢

  • @joseavellaneda4921
    @joseavellaneda4921 2 роки тому +1

    What do you have your degree in?

  • @bloopy6166
    @bloopy6166 Рік тому +1

    Imagine how easy her life must be

  • @BLURTHEGHOST
    @BLURTHEGHOST Рік тому

    So many things I want to do, but I'm not really appealing enough to succeed on social media, 16 long years now. But realize this while watching some of your vids🙌I gotta work on this.

  • @rezelchan280
    @rezelchan280 2 роки тому +1

    That's amazing I feel the same even though I haven't graduated yet like it's just a month away. You're so relatable and I hope this series keep going on cuz I want to check in with you this is amazing content

  • @tealeh2
    @tealeh2 Рік тому

    One word of advice...your brain power goes down every 10 years...and when you hit menopause....75% of that power is gone...so...don't waste a lot of time at uni....you can learn more at real work places...

  • @mlmj1994
    @mlmj1994 2 роки тому

    This is the best time to explore all sorts things. Keep trying things out when time allows. I’ve enjoyed watching you grow since 2014 💗💗💗
    I’m 28 and I feel like being an adult is constantly about getting your life in check. I’ll never have things 100% together but I can work toward being self-disciplined, determined, and compassionate.

  • @caramelatte5477
    @caramelatte5477 Рік тому

    I totally feel you, but at the same time, I realized I have it worse than everyone here in the comments. I graduated June 2022, but not from university, it was from vocational college, and I haven't found a job yet. I envy those who get hired instantly after graduating. Ever since my graduation I have been on a constant life crisis about what I should do. I have no job and I'm also not studying, since I thought I could look for work after graduating. But it seems that's not the case. Nothing interests me tho. I' ve thought about judt getting an awkward boring no experience job and forget about my goals and what I studied for. Its so disappointing.

  • @aspart2842
    @aspart2842 Рік тому

    Mmh I disagree if you don’t know what you are doing and feeling lost why put yourself in debt

  • @Mountain_Valley_Sky
    @Mountain_Valley_Sky Рік тому

    Sometimes you need to just live your life, & stop trying to plan it. If you really love money as many do. Go for the money. If you love something that doesn't pay, then go after that. Work is still work, even when you love it. If ya really love your work & don't have difficulty at times. Your unachiving at your aspirations.

  • @11SP
    @11SP 2 роки тому +1

    Why dont you become a model?

  • @forlaughsasgdj795
    @forlaughsasgdj795 Рік тому

    Wait… you completed a unit, or years or what did you major in& why are obsessed with social media

  • @southerbb3229
    @southerbb3229 2 роки тому

    do you have any advice for someone wanting to go into social media? i'm really struggling atm and can't afford an unpaid internship

  • @NealSpace
    @NealSpace 2 роки тому

    Love these shorts in between your longer format videos!! Good luck Maddie, you’re doing amazing! :)

  • @larakampe3464
    @larakampe3464 2 роки тому

    Wait did Marcely Play in a movie,
    Because she really Looks like the Girl in the movie.

  • @lman5637
    @lman5637 2 роки тому

    I applied for and have been conditionally accepted for my masters and yes balancing work and school is a challenge in itself but honestly I find that questioning things, research and formulating concrete answers is where my passion lies.

  • @immadolphin181
    @immadolphin181 2 роки тому

    If you think working an office job makes you happy..

  • @mcebot
    @mcebot 2 роки тому

    Master's is quite a commitment, talk to other people in the program you are applying to and make sure it is for you. All the best

  • @Belawithnoalcohol
    @Belawithnoalcohol Рік тому

    After working remotely for more than a year, that question hit my head “ i need a clear career path”

  • @yeyewoo11
    @yeyewoo11 2 роки тому

    Graduated in January 2022, after 6 months working in corporate, I decided to take Masters and I'm starting next month. All the best to you and thank you for the relatable honest content

  • @chilive76
    @chilive76 2 роки тому

    Yes! That is amazing! I would say make sure to think about how can you apply what you learned?

  • @carlotamijares9414
    @carlotamijares9414 Рік тому

    Life is all about the process not the destination...enjoy it... Love from the Philippines ❤️

  • @haticekaplan1403
    @haticekaplan1403 4 місяці тому

    THAT'S MOST RELATABLE VIDEO I'VE EVER SEEN.❤

  • @farhatjahanpushpo8633
    @farhatjahanpushpo8633 2 роки тому

    You are lucky to graduate at the age of 21 here in Bangladesh I'm almost 20 but due to the pandemic and other reasons I have not even started going to the University and not only me all of my batchmates are almost 20 it's normal liking the campus and educational environment .you should definitely get your higher education done

  • @sheentheexplorer3859
    @sheentheexplorer3859 2 роки тому

    Good for you. Where are you going to apply?

  • @carsonstine8875
    @carsonstine8875 2 роки тому

    I love your accent! What kind of accent is that?

  • @alexxx1086
    @alexxx1086 Рік тому

    Corporate ain’t my thing lol

  • @imhere1303
    @imhere1303 2 роки тому

    I just kinda wanna die, best career path for me.

  • @charlieromeu5748
    @charlieromeu5748 Рік тому

    Tik tac, tic tac, time has no mercy.

  • @larrygerry985
    @larrygerry985 2 роки тому

    21 year olds have no idea, it is why they are young. Just live and enjoy

  • @715SF
    @715SF 2 роки тому

    Would you ever be a professor at university?

  • @barcalona55
    @barcalona55 Рік тому

    Take a shot for every cut

  • @maryanyah
    @maryanyah 2 роки тому

    This is really AMAZING! I pray you get in and achieve your goals.

  • @Emily-xr6ny
    @Emily-xr6ny 2 роки тому

    i’m 21 and just graduated from uni and i just have so much anxiety around not knowing what to do with my life

    • @macerly
      @macerly  2 роки тому

      Exactly! Ahhh it's soo good to hear others with the same kind of feels!

  • @n.oelaniii1002
    @n.oelaniii1002 2 роки тому

    That amazing!!! Good luck Macerly

  • @itshaya2000
    @itshaya2000 2 роки тому

    Omg thanks for sharing this !! I relate so much I graduated in june too from uni and planning to get masters hopefully 💕
    Good luck sis👏🏻

  • @BaljinderSingh-cq6sh
    @BaljinderSingh-cq6sh Рік тому

    Follow your dreams 👍

  • @eggytoasty_
    @eggytoasty_ 2 роки тому +2

    What inspiration. For me as well; studying in school is something that I just like to do even though is tough and it will make myself wanna feel like "I wanna get out." but I still try my best and yeh.

  • @walkingdolphin9513
    @walkingdolphin9513 2 роки тому

    Masters waste of time

  • @sitrakaforler8696
    @sitrakaforler8696 2 роки тому

    Nice! Keep calm and carry on

  • @benjamingraham8640
    @benjamingraham8640 Рік тому

    I don’t have the right headspace for uni I came out of college applied science with a merit which I’m happy about but uni just seams stressful and too much I’m 20 had a year to myself to think about it still don’t know could use some advice.

    • @macerly
      @macerly  Рік тому +1

      Honestly, every situation is different and I cannot give you any specific tips but general advice based on my experience. And that is that there's no right time to have everything clear in terms of your future. Sometimes, all of a sudden you end up doing something that you didn't know it could make you that happy. So don't stress about not knowing what to do cause eventually you will. I'd also say that I think it's important to not reject opportunities, and try out new things cause you never know!!!🥰💘

    • @benjamingraham8640
      @benjamingraham8640 Рік тому

      @@macerlyonly just seen your response thank you I will try my best and give new opportunities a chance I’m currently gonna work for a few months pass my driving then research find my dream passion.

  • @piggugudu1327
    @piggugudu1327 2 роки тому

    Best wishes on your future endeavours! 😊

  • @charmainetaniegra6884
    @charmainetaniegra6884 2 роки тому

    I always wait for your new videos

  • @hannahl4648
    @hannahl4648 2 роки тому

    Which library is this?

  • @94yoruichi
    @94yoruichi 2 роки тому

    Girl! Go for it 🎉❤

  • @victoriahuynh
    @victoriahuynh 2 роки тому

    I see that for you!! You will do so many great things, and I can’t wait to see your growth ♥️✨

  • @Bekindtoeveryone
    @Bekindtoeveryone 2 роки тому

    yesssssssss 🥰🥰

  • @ladysworld5679
    @ladysworld5679 2 роки тому

    First!!!!💘💘💘💘🤩🤩🤩🤩

  • @babydragoncr4344
    @babydragoncr4344 2 роки тому

    Good for u

  • @billiondollardan
    @billiondollardan 2 роки тому

    walleye

  • @addictiongymurbansurvivor6810
    @addictiongymurbansurvivor6810 2 роки тому

    Shes so cute

  • @cristianorlandoelpro416
    @cristianorlandoelpro416 2 роки тому

    Go for it💪🏻

  • @tinaandrews7572
    @tinaandrews7572 2 роки тому

    Good for you!!! Go for it!!!

  • @jasminekazantzis6625
    @jasminekazantzis6625 2 роки тому

    Such a beautiful library - which one is it?

    • @macerly
      @macerly  2 роки тому

      British library 🌟

  • @411Adidas
    @411Adidas 2 роки тому +3

    Masters degrees are for people who love to write nonsense.
    I spent 90% of my time typing up papers for my masters in engineering. I had way more real world learning during my undergrad

  • @Natalie-gc2ue
    @Natalie-gc2ue 2 роки тому

    i’m also starting masters this fall 😱 fingers crossed i make it through

  • @davidhoffman1278
    @davidhoffman1278 Рік тому

    So, a professional student living off of other people's money.

    • @macerly
      @macerly  Рік тому +2

      I make a living doing social media and I was on a scholarship for academics throughout uni. Think before you write sir

    • @davidhoffman1278
      @davidhoffman1278 Рік тому

      @@macerly ,
      IF you make a real living then why do you need scholarship funding? Save, invest, pay for the next degree by yourself. What serious degree did you get? Engineering, nursing, science?

    • @macerly
      @macerly  Рік тому +2

      The degree is 35k a year + living and rent expenses .. I graduated with honours, so yes. If I can, I would like to save at least some of those 35k from going into yet another loan.