Have you found what you are good at?

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The discussion revolves around the exploration of personal strengths and talents, particularly in the context of academic majors and career paths. Participants reflect on whether their chosen fields align with their innate abilities and interests, sharing personal anecdotes and insights.

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Main Points Raised

  • Some participants suggest that one's skills are often a result of effort and practice, implying that proficiency can be developed.
  • Others share personal experiences, such as one participant noting their ability to make people laugh, which they discovered through feedback from family.
  • A participant mentions natural talent, citing their ease in building complex structures with Legos without significant effort.
  • There are humorous claims about being good at trivial or humorous skills, such as chronic flatulence, indicating a light-hearted approach to the topic.
  • A Computer Science Engineering major expresses doubt about their suitability for their field, contrasting their struggles with academic subjects against their enjoyment of learning guitar.
  • Another participant reflects on their background in physics while currently working in a different field, suggesting a broader perspective on career paths and interests.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants exhibit a mix of agreement and disagreement regarding the nature of talent and skill development. Some believe that skills can be cultivated through effort, while others emphasize the role of innate abilities. The discussion remains unresolved as participants share diverse perspectives without reaching a consensus.

Contextual Notes

Some statements reflect personal anecdotes and subjective experiences, which may not apply universally. The discussion includes varying definitions of talent and success, and the relationship between academic choices and personal strengths is not fully explored.

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Individuals contemplating their academic or career paths, those interested in personal development, and anyone reflecting on the nature of talent and skill acquisition may find this discussion relevant.

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Ok, you maybe in college with some major and are 3rd/4th year into it[can't turn back]. Does this major actually reflect what you are good at in life? Have you found out what you are good at yet?
 
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You are good at whatever you have worked to get good at.
 
I never really thought about it. I asked my mother what I'm good at and she said everything. That's doesn't really nail anything down, so I asked my wife and kids. It turns out that I am good at making people laugh.
 
jimmysnyder said:
It turns out that I am good at making people laugh.

Funny ha ha?
 
maze said:
You are good at whatever you have worked to get good at.

Well said.
 
Some people are just born with natural talents. For example, I have always been able to make wicked awesome robots out of legos and never worked to "get good" at it.
 
You name it I'm good at it.Sorry,I lie but I am good at one thing,chronic flatulence.
 
Dadface said:
You name it I'm good at it.

I'm just the opposite. You name it, I'm bad at it.

But, boy am I good at all the unnamed things. A horse with no name? Man, am I ever great at that!
 
Topher925 said:
Some people are just born with natural talents.
Some people got it and some people don't. They tell me I'm full of it.
 
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I'm a Computer Science Engineering major and I'm doubting if I'm in the right major... lately I have been struggling a lot with my CS classes and physics...
I'm teaching myself acoustic guitar during the little time I have for the past 2 months and a couple of days ago I decided to learn a couple of songs and post them right away on YouTube as part of a project for one class.
Check it out:

Should I switch major? lol
 
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I have a MS in physics, but currently work for a social science organization. I heard it said that nowadays people work at five different occupations in their lifetime.

I still love physics.
 

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