im a freshman student in polytechnic. i took a foundation year prior to my current year which was something i actually enjoyed somewhat but i enrolled into uni to study art and im taking film and animation but its like 75% about filming, sound design and editing and i hate it i only enrolled for animation and art and i know film is in the name and my university has recently announced the launch of a new major being animation and visual effects the issue is the first 2 years is still the same as the film and animation so im stuck working on filming and editing clips and sound design which i mean not to say that these things are not cool but they just arent me. not to mention today i was told that i scored 14/30 in my digital filmmaking project and 10/20 in the test so i dont think ill be able to make it even if i pushed through and i just have so many ideas and projects i want to work on for myself not to mention all the things they are teaching us are very widely available on the internet just with limitations on which programs we could use and i think thats stupid
but the thing is all my family is pressuring me to keep studying and i dont want to its making me depressed not being able to work on what truly makes me happy which is the reason why i even signed up for it in the first place i thought i could do something im going to enjoy but i am not enjoying it in the slightest and i think i could achieve higher skills studying in my own pace working on my own projects and ik that doesnt gurrantee a salary but tbh im also not the type of person who requires a lot of money idc all that much if im earning a lot or not since i live with my parents and its ingrained in our culture anyways that i stay with them till i get married no matter if i had enough money to move out on my own or not and i like it here the only issue is the future they dont see it but also for me doing 4 years of something i dont enjoy doesnt make sense to me and its all for a degree and thats all no other reason
sorry for the ramble and badly done writing i just wanted to vent it out i think i will drop out and i will get alot of â– â– â– â– for it afterwards but whatever im done
Hey there! Thanks for sharing all of this with us here! What you’re going through is definitely frustrating, and I think might resonate with a lot of us here! It seems like you have really thought your decision through and have clear goals for yourself. That kind of clarity will be very important as you move through this difficult situation, which you are anticipating a lot of resistance from others. Wishing you all the best, hoping that you will be able to find more alignment in your next steps!!
Hey there, I just want to say that what you’re feeling is completely valid. It sounds really frustrating and exhausting to be in a program that doesn’t align with your passions, especially when you had a clear idea of what you wanted to focus on.
It’s okay to feel upset and confused about your path. Feeling pressured by family on top of that makes it even harder. It’s normal to question whether continuing in a system that doesn’t bring you joy is worth it, especially when your motivation comes from your own creativity and passion.
Even though the future feels uncertain, your happiness and mental health matter. Exploring your own projects at your own pace can be really fulfilling, and it doesn’t make you any less capable or responsible. Sometimes carving your own path takes courage, and it’s okay to consider options that allow you to focus on what truly inspires you.
It’s valid to want something more meaningful for yourself. If you honestly feel that this path is not the one that you want to be on the its okay to change paths. Since it would also be harder to get into animations if your portfolio just has filmmaking projects.
I think you could first work on your own personal projects but stay in school for the 2 years of animation lessons, or look for a job with your personal projects to showcase your skills and passion.
It’s completely understandable that you’re feeling frustrated and uncertain. It’s must be hard to decide what’s best for your future, especially with pressure from family.
It can feel disappointing and demotivating when your course doesn’t fully align with your goals or interests. Going through tasks that don’t bring you joy can be exhausting, and carrying the weight of depression on top of that makes it even harder. What you’re feeling is completely normal, and many people in similar situations have felt the same.
I’m really glad you have some stability by staying with your parents and not having too much financial pressure right now. That gives you a bit of space to focus on finding what truly makes you happy.
If it’s possible, you might consider deferring your studies for a year to focus on building your portfolio. Maybe you could explore short courses or small projects that align with what you really enjoy. Mapping out your options or even drafting a rough one-year plan could help you gain clarity on your next steps — and also show your family that you’ve thought it through carefully. By deferring, you don’t completely shut off your course until you’re certain it’s the best decision and you’ve found your groove.
Please don’t hesitate to share more if it helps. I really hope you’re able to do what’s best for you — you deserve it. Take care
so i did in fact drop out just yesterday im both happy about it and sad. but mostly happy i can finally follow my own path and i dont feel like im doing things for other people anymore. i feel like im more authentic to myself like this and idk how this site works but if my post is still here years later i may update it with what happens to me
Well done — it must have taken a lot of courage to take that step, and it’s completely natural to have some mixed feelings right now.
I’m really glad to hear that what you’re doing feels more authentic to who you are, and that you’re following a path that aligns with what you genuinely enjoy.
I hope your animation projects go really well and that you’re able to create things that feel meaningful to you and bring a real sense of purpose and joy. Wishing you all the best !!
My apologies for the delayed response, but thank you for sharing this update. Taking that step shows a lot of courage, and it’s completely normal to experience mixed emotions along the way. It’s inspiring to see you choosing a direction that feels more authentic to who you are and staying true to what genuinely brings you joy.
I’m excited for your animation projects and hope they turn into creations that feel deeply meaningful, giving you both purpose and happiness. Wishing you every success as you continue on this path. May it bring fulfillment and joy at every stage!
