Should you drop out of school to pursue your passion?: Don't mistake success for something that only happens at one stage.

Pursuing your passion and achieving your goals is a good result, but don't be complacent just because you've succeeded. (In the photo: contestants participating in a vocational skills competition in Ho Chi Minh City - Photo: QL)

It's undeniable that in the current context, the success and achievements of some individuals have fueled the dreams of many young people. The desire for success and achievement is not wrong; in fact, it should be encouraged when achieved through socially acceptable and legal means.

However, the FOMO (Fear out of missing out) mentality – the fear of missing out – is also a factor that motivates young people to pursue their passions while misunderstanding the true nature of learning and the definition of success.

The essence of learning, as defined by UNESCO, is "learning to know, learning to do, learning to be, and learning to live together."

This was previously shared by Dr. Giap Van Duong in the Tuoi Tre newspaper. It can be understood that learning is a continuous process and must continue throughout one's life.

While passion can be broadly understood as a liking or interest, there are many kinds of interests that change over time and with age. A passion nurtured for a sufficiently long period and overcoming challenges can become an ideal.

While success can be broadly defined as achieving good results in one's goals at a specific stage of life, sometimes achieving satisfactory results at a particular stage can make us so happy that we mistakenly believe this success is permanent and think we no longer need to improve ourselves or engage in "lifelong learning."

In reality, there are many people who, due to various circumstances, were unable to continue their education, but with a spirit of self-learning and lifelong learning, they still become successful individuals.

Therefore, the meaning of learning, or the purpose of learning, needs to be understood more broadly, rather than focusing solely on obtaining a degree. Learning must be a continuous process, as the State has advocated for building a learning society and lifelong learning.

It's no coincidence that even in elementary school, children encounter Lenin's famous quote, "Learn, learn more, learn forever," as soon as they enter the classroom. This spirit, along with a proactive learning attitude, will help us take control of our lives rather than simply comparing ourselves to what we consider temporary successes in a particular period.

I recall a quote from Bill Gates that many people have probably read. Upon returning to Harvard University on June 7, 2007, Bill Gates stated: "I am a bad role model. That is why I was invited to speak at your commencement. If I had told you this when you were just beginning to plan for your future, none of you would be here today."

Should you drop out of school to pursue your passion? This question is not without merit for many of us. Please share your thoughts with us and send them to the email address: quoclinh@tuoitre.com.vn.

Source: https://tuoitre.vn/co-nen-bo-hoc-theo-duoi-dam-me-dung-ngo-nhan-thanh-cong-o-mot-giai-doan-20241002113526797.htm