Opps… Sorry for pressing the wrong button.

Let me continue with updating you of my new direction in life:

I have more time and room to explore my interest before deciding on which specific subject to major in. Since I was in high school, I have been loving reading English novels and books. It became clear that I should follow my heart. I believe that no matter how hard it may seem to monetize my BA degreee in the future, I would be willing to work hard for this than continuing on the deoressing path of dentistry.

After submitting my application for transfer in mid-April, I waited anxiously for the offer from the Faculty of Arts.

Finally in early August, they sent me an email of acceptance. I got advanced standing for my past 3 years of studies, so I could enter into year 2 of the 4-year BA programme directly. I am planning to major in English Studies, and maybe a second major in French or language and Communication.

This is my story so far. It was scary at times. I am so grateful for the support and help from my counsellor, academic adviser, my boyfriend, my friends and siblings. Without them behind my back, I would not be able to summon up my courage and make this decision to change my life for the better. I was even brave enough to speak directly to my father about my decision. He has always hoped that I could stay on the dentistry path because he considers hardship as an inevitable part of life and I should as well suck it up and keep going. I have decided that I am 21 years old already, so I should take responsibility for my life and not let the opinions of others influence my decision.

I did what I knew would be best for me. And life opened up a new door for me to develop my interest. I would not expect it to be esy, but I have learnt that it is never too late to make the change necessary for our own happiness. No money could buy me love or happiness indeed.

Thank you very much again, Lolabees! I sincerely wish you a happy life for whatever you do.

Best wishes,
2nd year Bachelor of Arts Student from Hong Kong

Dear Lolabees,

How are you? I am so happy to come back here with a new identity. I am currently a year 2 Bachelor of Arts student in Hong Kong instead of a dental student! Semester 1 of my journey in BA has started in Septemeber and I am now immersing myself in 19th century English literature and mid-term revision. And I am truly happy despite being busy.

I am very grateful to you for your blog posts and encouragement. Your story and kindness in sharing your struggles allowed me to reflect on my life. By the end of January this year, I have finally made up my mind to apply for internal transfer in my school.

I spent 2 months sitting in lectures of majors that I am interested in, including English Studies, Linguistics, Psychology and Counselling. Eventually, I have made up my mind to transfer to the Bachelor of Arts programme becuase it allows great flexibility in choosing majors. I have more time and room to explore my interest before deciding on which specific

Hi Julie, Yes definitely. I’ve been off dentistry for 6 years now (time sure flies when you’re having fun) and I don’t regret it at all. I’ve had two kids and took many online classes to train me for my new career. I’ve finally made the break into going pro with my new life as an artist and I’m happy that I can contribute financially in something that I am very passionate about and love doing. It didn’t happen overnight but took many, small gradual steps. I still have a way to go but I’m very happy with my choice.

Oh wow, that’s great! Don’t worry– dentistry isn’t all it’s cracked up to be! It’s not so glitzy after all. 😉 I’m so glad to hear that you are on the path that is right for you. This math and physics thing sounds very interesting…

As for me, I’m still doing the weight loss and anti-aging care. To sum it up, I help people look and feel better! And I’m working on a book… we’ll see where that takes me. It’s really what has distracting me from blogging lately! Nice to hear from you and glad you are doing so well!

Nah, no glitzy dental life for me. I am in the process of getting assigned a class start date for Officer Training School to be an officer in the US Air Force. In terms of down the road, I can be happy with just about any day job that takes care of my and my son’s needs; I just want to set a good example for him and also maybe hopefully make some original contributions in mathematics and physics. That would be pretty tight. It feels great to have unlocked my inner confidence and self-acceptance.

What about you today?

Applepies,
I practiced dentistry for 10 years! I never really had doubts while in school– I thought it would get better in the real world. Being in the real world and practicing dentistry definitely has its pros and cons. It’s hard but has its rewards. Glad you liked the blog, and i hope to hear more about your journey! If you decide to drop out, what do you like to do? Maybe you can find something that brings you more joy and less stress!

Hi Folken,
Yes, I remember you! Great to hear from you again. It’s funny that you say, ” we’re really just becoming who we’ve always been.” When I left dentistry, I used to say, “I feel like a new person, no wait, I feel like myself!”

Tell me what now for you… are you still working towards this life in dentistry?

Hi Sherry, maybe Lolabees can put us in touch w/ each other because your story sounds all too similar to mine! Although I have never really quit. I keep chipping away at it, and have found jobs that weren’t as terrible as some, and I like contributing financially, even though my soul is being sucked right out of me each day I stay in! I keep hoping that the day will come when we can financially swing me never going back. Hoping it happens in the next few years. I mostly stay home with kids because there is no way I could do it full time.

And you’re right. Once you’ve uncovered yourself or “undone” as you say the layers that have been put on by so many anonymous hands, and you start believing in yourself, your deep down self, it’s like you become a whole new person and don’t regret it one bit. You feel sexy everyday! But it’s funny because we’re like really just becoming who we’ve always been. Nature has a great sense of humor like that.

You have a great writing style.