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writes:hi, im sixteen and i need some advice. I want to be an architect but my dad keeps saying that job doesnt pay well for women and idk what to do. Thats something i really want to do, i just feel like my dad doesnt approve of any part of my life, he doesnt like my boyfriend,ANY of my friends, and what I want to do as a career choice...what should i do? Reply to this Question
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reader, Dipsydoodlenoodle  +, writes (17 March 2008):
You know what I wanted to be an engineer. My dad didnt approve. I spend 3 years at university and doing a good degree (physics) - I dont regret it at all. After the 3 years I decided to go for a masters in Engineering. Well my dad eventually approved as I said I would pay for it myself. So here I am, I have my engineering masters, I work for a lovely engineering company and I am well paid ... my dad finally admitted it was a good thing to do.
Maybe show your dad the benefits/wages of becoming an architect. Askeve is right. I think your dad is maybe sceptical as his "little girl" is growing up. If you really want to do it then do it, you will only regret it.
Hope this helps x
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reader, Shamandalie  +, writes (14 March 2008):
I think Eve is right. If that is what you want to be then go for it! It's a great career choice. Many careers that were traditionally done by men are now being also done by women.
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reader, AskEve +, writes (14 March 2008):
 An architect is a good career! Is your dad successful? Are you an only child? If you want to be an architect so badly then I would go for it. I think your dad is a bit frightened to let you go. He sees you're growing up and he's trying to hold onto you with this control.
I would talk to him and tell him that you really appreciate him looking out for you but it's your life and your career choice and sometimes if you have to make your own mistakes in life but thank him for his input. Then prove to him that you CAN do it!!!! I'm sure he'll be proud of you if you deep down. Good luck!
~Eve~
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