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Engineering just killed my passion

engineering killing me slowly

By sagar dhitalPublished 2 years ago 3 min read
By Akaranan

Once upon a time in a small village in Nepal, there lived a young boy named Raj. From a very young age, Raj had always been a free spirit, full of dreams and aspirations. But fate had a different plan for him, one that he couldn't quite control.

As a child, Raj had a knack for making decisions for himself. However, his parents, well-intentioned but overprotective, always believed they knew what was best for him. From the moment he could remember, they made decisions about his life, from where he should study to where he should live.

At a tender age, Raj found himself living alone in a hostel, far away from his family. His parents believed that this was the best way to ensure he received a proper education. They worried about his studies, thinking that he would excel if he lived with teachers and other students.

But Raj struggled to adapt to this new environment. The loneliness of the hostel weighed heavily on him, and he found it difficult to concentrate on his studies. Despite his best efforts, he passed his 8th-grade exams with a below-average third-grade result.

Seeing his academic performance, Raj's parents and teachers convened to discuss his future. They decided that he should continue his education and proceed to the 9th grade. Raj felt immense pressure, and although he promised his parents and teachers that he would study harder, he still found it difficult to focus.

The years rolled on, and Raj managed to pass his School Leaving Certificate (SLC) exams, a significant milestone in Nepal. His parents were proud of his achievement, and they were determined that he should pursue higher education. They believed that a diploma in civil engineering would be the ideal path for him.

Raj, however, had a different perspective. He knew that civil engineering was a challenging field, and he wasn't sure if it was the right fit for him. He tried to convey his doubts to his parents, but they were convinced that they knew what was best for him. Frustration built up inside him, and he often found himself crying alone, overwhelmed by the weight of their expectations.

Unable to cope with the pressure, Raj began to skip college and indulge in other distractions. He felt lost, unsure of his path in life. Eventually, he resorted to cheating in his exams to pass his diploma with a first division. It was a hollow victory, and he knew that he was not truly happy with the direction his life was taking.

After completing his diploma, Raj faced a crossroads. His parents had already made up their minds about his future – he was to pursue a Bachelor's degree in civil engineering. Despite Raj's attempts to communicate his unhappiness, they remained resolute.

As he stood at this critical juncture in his life, Raj couldn't help but wonder if there was a way to break free from the expectations placed upon him. He longed to follow his own dreams and make decisions that truly resonated with his heart.

In this small village in Nepal, a young boy named Raj found himself at a crossroads. The path ahead was uncertain, and he knew that he needed to find the courage to speak up for himself and take control of his destiny. The story of Raj is a reminder that sometimes, the hardest decisions are the ones that lead us to our true calling, and it's never too late to find the path that truly makes us happy. thank you for time i love you

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sagar dhital

I'm a creative writer in the way that I write. I hold the pen in this unique and creative way you've never seen. The content which I write... well, it's still to be determined if that's any good.

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  • Saamaarpaan2 years ago

    Work hard brother

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