Changing from law to English lit and writing. Good idea or a disaster?
hello,
I'm a second year law student and i'm strongly considering ditching law and pursuing english literature and writing after graduation. literature and writing has always been a passion for me but i wasn't brave enough to commit to it as an undergrad degree. i thought that pursuing law might put it out of my mind for good but it's proven otherwise.
over this summer break, i've been faced with a very sobering realisation. i dont think i'll ever stop wondering if i do not try for literature and writing, and this has been further pushed by these quotes that i cant get out of my head:
"if it's your calling, it will never stop calling'' (literature and writing)
" what is not meant for you will disappoint you a million times until you get it" (law)
law has always been the safe choice, the reliable option. dont get me wrong, it is a great subject, but i've come to realise, it's just not for me. i cannot imagine dedicating my life to it. i've also started to realise that my fear of taking risks has held me back. maybe it's time i take a risk for something i truly care about.
this summer, i need to make up my mind as bar school applications open in the fall and winter. and if i do really decide to not go though with bar school, what should i do? is a masters neccessary literature and writing? i'm not keen on a career in academia. i'd prefer smtg in writing fiction or media and entertainment. are there internships or competitions or courses i should pursue? can i even get into that industry with a law degree?
any advice? i'm so lost right now i feel like i've been lying to myself for years.