SirAmelia

Hey everyone, I've recently been accepted into an LPN program in Canada. I'm excited but also wondering if nursing is really what I'm cut out for. Basically, I'm wondering if my personality and career goals are ultimately compatible with nursing. See, I really love learning about the human body, psychology, determinants of health, etc, and these subjects (which I studied briefly during my arts degree) are what made me consider nursing. But, I hear about the stress that comes with the job and it scares me. I don't do well with long shifts where I'm on my feet the entire time and breaks are few and far between, at least that's been my experience working in retail. I want a job where I don't come home completely burnt out. I want to be able to spend time with my family and have time to work on my hobbies (I love writing). I know there is no such thing as "the perfect job", but I'm thinking that these wants aren't compatible with nursing. I've also been accepted into a Therapeutic Recreation program, but the pay isn't nearly as much in this career. My ultimate dream is to either become an NP or MSW and run my own wellness center. Nursing would ultimately give me more capital (and better knowledge of medical care) to start my own business, but a career as a recreational therapist may not be nearly as stressful or demanding, and this job is still very much related to what I'm looking for. I apologize for the lengthy post, but I was hoping to talk to some established nurses who may be able to give me advice on whether or not it sounds like I would do well in the nursing field. Any comments would be much appreciated, as I'm just not sure where to go at this point. Thanks very much in advance for any info you can provide!