Blog 3 ("My Journey into Education: From Passion to Profession")

 

"My Journey into Education: From Passion to Profession"

 

There are moments in life when we stumble upon our true calling, often without realizing it. My journey into the world of education has been one such adventure. I still remember my days in intermediate school, diligently working on mathematics, even though I wasn't the brightest student in other subjects. Physics and Chemistry felt like endless memorization, but my dream was clear: to become an engineer, as that was the prevailing trend.

At that time, my classmates would turn to me for help with math, though I had never considered teaching as a potential path. My focus was solely on acing exams and achieving good grades. When my dreams seemed to hit a dead end, first with a failed entry into Mehran University and then settling for a history department at Sindh University—where I was, by default, the top student—I found it hard to see any growth or future.

After completing my degree, life took an unexpected turn. While working part-time as a salesman at EU Life Insurance, I started tutoring students. It was then, in 2012, that I began to realize teaching was more than just a side job—it was my true passion. Slowly, I discovered that education was not just something I enjoyed, but it was what I was meant to do.

By 2018, I embraced teaching full-time, and despite my interest in the computer field, I continued to teach part-time. Reflecting on my journey, it’s clear that failures and setbacks are often stepping stones to discovering our true passions. They guide us, sometimes subtly, towards where we are meant to be.
This journey taught me that the path to success is rarely smooth, but with dedication and a clear sense of purpose, one can transform their passion into a profession. My story is a testament to the fact that our passion and profession can indeed become one, and that every challenge is an opportunity to grow.