Self examining question: Should I quit School?

I can remember those days we longed to see our caps changing to admission in progress. Those happy moments of being admitted into an institution. Little did we know what it was like behind those walls. We were craving to be a part and parcel of the institution because we've heard a lot about them. What's the case now? You're regretting.

You feel like pressing the Give up button If seen because the stress is too much. It's normal to get stressed or have that feeling of quiting, but the big question is should you quit school? A lot of people say Bill Gates did further his Education but he's one of the richest man in the world. Dangote didn't but is one of the richest and popular man in the world. Should I quit school?

Yeah, people do feel that way but is it wise? Sometimes people quit because of health challenges or finances. Quiting school is like jumping off a ship before you reach your destination. The ship may be very much uncomfortable , tough and the passengers may be unassuming and unfriendly. If you jump off the ship, what do you stand to gain?.You'll be food for the fishes and you'll not reach your destination.

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You started the journey, finish it. It's only when there's an opportunity of a better life you may have the choice to make between school and that opportunity. Similarly, if you quit school, you may not reach your destination and you'll definitely cause yourself long-term and immediate problems.

Researchers have some to discover that those who drop out of school end up in prison, some having poor health, wandering the streets for jobs and reliance on social welfare programs. Completing school doesn't mean you'll avoid these problems, but it's better to complete it than handicap yourself unnecessarily.

There are lot of disciplines in school that gives you job after school. Some might say that they know of graduates that are gate or house keepers or are still looking for jobs. Completing school. That one is very true in our country but quiting along the line due to stress and everything isn't just the best option. You wouldn't have started it if you know you won't finish. These major factors causes people to quit school.

• Financial difficulties: This is one major factor that make people quit as they may not have money to continue. For instance, as of last year, the school fees of this session was doubled making it difficult for most to accept their admission or those who have accepted may drop out next session as something may come up which finances are involved highly involved.

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One of my school mates studying medicine dropped out this year because of his inability to pay his fees and register courses of which lack of support is involved.

• Lack of motivation: Most times due to lack of motivation to study, some lose interest in academics and quit, probably discouraged in all aspects of life ranging from family background to peers.

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• Peer groups that have negative influence may encourage your giving up and quitting school.

• Academic challenges, personal problems, sickness, social issues and family issues contributes maximally. Are there benefits of not quitting? Yes they are.

• You'll be exposed to networking opportunities where you'll meet new people, connect and build relationships which may remember and help you later on in life when you face challenges.

• People who complete their education have higher chances of getting high paying jobs than people who have no qualifications.

• Completing your education makes you exposed to what life offers. You'll develop important qualities like discipline and critical thinking skills.

It's normal to feel like giving up or quitting school as shown in the sculpture above. You can avoid those feelings from creeping into your mind by;

• staying focused on whatever you're doing in school. Many lack focus and derail from their main pursuit in school into doing otherwise that's why when they are depressed at some point, they feel like quitting.

• setting realistic goals in terms of finances, grades and self-care is very essential.

• taking breaks and focusing on your mental and physical health will also help you avoid feelings of quitting.

• encircling yourself with positive influences will go a long way.

In conclusion, nothing of great important is gained if you quit school. It would be better off you didn't start at all. Although challenges may come in, we shouldn't allow that make us quit. Quitting is never an option. Be focused,set realistic goals and encircle yourself with positive influences. You'll have no reason to quit except something more beneficial which may seem as an opportunity comes in.

Cc,
@patjewell