Hi guys, I really need some advice.
I'm currently a first year student in U of T, and I graduated from Ontario high school.
But over time I've realized I really do not want to stay here anymore. At first I was just stressed, but the longer I stay, the more I wanna leave.
The problem is that I still can't make my mind.
Here's my current situation:
1.I already have an offer from for University of Auckland for this July.
2.I'm also waiting for offers from University of Adelaide and the University of Western Australia, but these two would be for next Jan.
3.I have friends here and I already lived in Ca for years.
And for reason why I want to leave(personal reasons and personal feelings):
1.After the first semester in uoft ended, I was diagnosed with depression and severe somatization. I am still taking medication and seeing a therapist regularly.
2.I really dislike the weather here.
3.I feel constantly tense outside and don't fell comfortable in the environment.
4.Academic pressure so overwhelming for me.
What I'm still struggling with is this:
If I leave, which school should I actually choose?
Am I making a smart dicision for myself, or am I just running away?
3.I'm not sure if I transfer somewhere else, I won't end up feeling the same again.
- For my future, my parents want me to study until I have a doctor degree. And I actually want to work in Hong Kong or Kyoto.
I talked with my parents, they don't mind if I transfer a university and all the cost. They only want me to have a healthy mental and physical health for now. I asked advices from friends who is taking uoft doctor degree, professor in uoft, friends who studied in UoA, but I'm still confused.
I’d really appreciate honest advice, especially from people who have transferred internationally or left a school/environment that was making them miserable.
Thank you.