22 years old college student studying mechanical engineering. I've recently transferred to Uni from a community college, but without too much thought into what I'll be studying. I was just good at math and physics, and I thought I could use those skills towards a career. Most people on this website would say that I 'fell for the STEM meme.'
Now that I'm actually faced with actual engineering courses, I'm beginning to question whether the workload is even worth it. Many of my friends who went into CS are bragging about how their jobs are comfortable and low-stress compared to the engineering jobs, and that sounds like it would've been a better investment towards a career. Or maybe I could've even given up the high-paying jobs to do things I was interested in(translation).
But it's too late to regret now, I only have enough years of financial aid to finish this degree, and I couldn't bear the shame of falling behind my peers anymore since I'm already few years behind.
This constant self-doubt and regret is really killing my motivation and the little passion I had for my studies. At this pace I can only imagine that I'd end up with a minimum wage job or be a NEET whether I finish this degree or not.
Does anyone have advice on overcoming this kind of mental state?
Alternatively, if you're working/studying in the engineering field, what excites you and drives you towards the subject?
I don't hate the subject and I can do the work needed, but I can't stop thinking about the other paths I could've taken.
In terms of things like potential salary and job security, engineering is probably better than computer science. Finish your degree, and then decide what you want to do.
>>18305219
I studied ChemE for the money. Graduated and immediately ditched it to work in a field I actually gave a shit about.
Its not like you're locked into what subject you studied.
>>18305232
What was your second field? Did it require you to get some other qualification?
Just want to know the degree of freedom in career changes
>>18305242
I'm a police analyst. I didn't need any other qualification though I am studying a JD part time (for free).
Bump for American hours
>>18305219
I'm not sure if it's a meme so maybe someone with more knowledge could correct me, but aren't those friends who are bragging about their compsci degrees going to be replaced by h1b visa workers? They at least have a much higher chance of their wages being cut drastically or getting replaced than a mechanical engineer.
> me 22 yo mech major
> working full time at warehouse
> Taking a 2 classes at a time
> 2/3 through college
I would say stay the course, stop worrying so much and find shit to do outside of schooling.
It doesn't matter if it takes you a couple years longer fuck your peers, do your own shit
>>18305219
>Many of my friends who went into CS are bragging about how their jobs are comfortable and low-stress
Where do they live and work?