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I feel almost as if life is leaving me behind

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Sir Harry:
I'm not trying to force this on you.....but have you ever thought of joining the Air Force (active, reserve or National Guard)? It could pave the way to an astronaut related-career, and in most states the Guard will fund your education! Another avenue is to volunteer locally. I think you're a bright dude with a lot of untapped potential, but you can do this, we're pulling for you. Good luck!

Quetzalcoatl:
Thanks for the support guys!

I don't even think I want to pursue this dream anymore.  Too many negitive thoughts and emotions tied to it.

I like problem solving, and I like things that require me to get up and do something.  I'm way too antsy to sit at a desk all day.

I bought a 940 a couple months ago with my tax return.  I bought it in rough shape (It would stall at red lights, would wait forever to shift and shift hard when it did, and till I waxed it I thought it was beige with dead paint, turns out it's white with good paint), but I've been fixing her up, even got the A/C working nicely on my own.  While it's been frustrating more often than not, I've enjoyed it.  I'm thinking maybe auto/aircraft mechanic may be a good fit for me.

I may still give military service a shot, I don't know though.  The idea of being "owned" by the government does not sit well with me (don't get me wrong, I do appreciate what service men do, and should a draft happen I'm there, but it isn't for everyone).

So, either a auto mechanic (might try to become a Volvo Specialist.  I've done well with this car, and I'd assume specialists are where the money is at) or aircraft mechanic.

Now here's the fun bit: should I research them, or should I jump in with both feet before my tendancy to over-think things kick in.

stasiu:
Hang in There !  You are young and may make several career changes in your life time.  Always give it your best shot and having a sense of humor does help during those bleak times!  Look at it this way:  at least you can work on your car and save $$$.  My dealership service dept. loves to see me drive in ... LOL !  ;D
Good Luck !

Sir Harry:
It's normal to not want to be "owned" by the government....and I respect that. I was in your position once before, stuck with a dead end job, struggling in college, etc. However, 23 years later, I think military service gave me so much more than I gave it. What I'm saying is, if you go the military, you may have to give up a few years of your life, but the benefits you can get and/or take advantage of in the end is worth the flak of being "owned", IMO. If it were not for my military service, I would not be in the position I am today (homeowner, a job with a solid salary and benefits, just to name a couple). I'm not saying that you should join the military, but more often than not, a lot of good comes out of military service than bad...even if it's only four years....Good luck and feel free to PM if you have any questions or ideas. (if you want to)

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