
How sure are you that you’ll be truly happy and fulfilled in your current role long-term?
“Sure?” or “Maybe?” Most people don’t know. But they keep going because it feels familiar. It’s comfortable. It pays the bills. It checked the boxes. And that’s important, right?
But let’s be honest… despite the uncertainty, we keep doing what we’ve always done.
Here’s another question for you:
Have you ever had that moment when your love for yourself turned into this deeper sense of care for others?
I know for me, that answer didn’t come easy. It came after a lot of thinking and just trying to figure out what was really important.
Why am I asking all of this?
Because this post is about transformation. It’s about the career change I decided to make—one that was driven by love. Not just love for myself, but love for others and the world around me.
Hello World
Hey there, I’m Minju. By day, I’m working full-time in eCommerce—specifically, furniture and home decor—and by night, I’m studying nutritional science to become a dietitian.
Not too long ago, I thought these things:
- “I’m never going back to school”
- “Chemistry? Nope. Not for me. It’s my least favorite subject during my high school”
- “A Master’s degree? Only for a few fields required to have”
But then something happened.
The roadtrip
It all started with a road trip. A good friend of mine—let’s call her Jaime—came to visit me from DC. Jaime is that one friend who always makes you feel like you’re on an adventure. She’s the type of person who really fills up your soul, you know?
We do long-distance friendship (LDF), so when we get the chance, we spend a whole week together. This time, it had been years since we’d hung out. But as soon as she arrived, I noticed something that caught my attention.
Jaime wasn’t drinking enough water, and her meals were… let’s just say, not the healthiest. Sorry, Jaime, for judging your diet, but I couldn’t ignore it. I was genuinely concerned.
Why? Because I care about her. I want to have many more adventures together—adventures that are only possible if you’re feeling your best. And let’s be real, health is the foundation of all of that. It truly is.
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Side Notes: Visiting Sedona and Antelope Canyon had been on my 2024 vision board for months, and I finally made it happen with a road trip. I even put together a vlog to capture the experience — just a heads-up, there’s no talking or face shots, but I added subtitles instead. So, turn on the subtitle and enjoy!
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Expanding love
I’ve always cared about my own health. I’ve always made sure I’m eating well and staying balanced, but it was always about me. But something shifted during that trip. I realized that my care for Jaime went deeper than just friendship. It was like this deep love, and I wanted to help her make better choices.
That’s when I realized something.
Why become a dietitian?
Let’s talk about something we all deal with: conflicting health advice online. One day something’s good for you, the next it’s bad. There’s so much noise, and it can get confusing.
I am in the same boat. I have so many questions, and I want to get to the truth. I know that to help people make better decisions, I have to understand the science behind it all.
Even though chemistry used to be one of my least favorite subjects, I realized it is the key to cutting through the noise and misinformation and finding the answers I need.
That’s why I decided to study nutrition—not just for me, but to help others to make healthier choices.
Embarking on a long term journey
So, what does this all mean?
It means that change doesn’t happen overnight. Sometimes it’s gradual. And it’s not always easy to see, but it starts with something simple: caring for yourself, caring for others, and making decisions that are true to who you are.
That’s exactly what I’m doing. I’m embracing this change, this new chapter in my life, and I couldn’t be more excited to see where it takes me.
What’s next?
I’ll be sharing my journey and practical tips for those who juggling careers and education, and maintaining a healthy lifestyle in my blog, like:
- 5 Tips to Manage School and Work Full-Time
- My Journey to Breaking Stress Eating
- What to Expect When Going Back to School at 30s
- Sober Curious and the Benefits of Taking a Break from Alcohol
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Here is a parting question for you: “What is one thing you can do today to show love for yourself, and how might that love impact your life and those around you?”