[nabs-l] What I Think I Want To Do...More Questions...

[Joseph C. Lininger]

Kerri,
I struggled in a similar way. It wasn't really because of low self 
asteam, it was more a question of being "lost" and also being frustrated 
at the way life was for me at that point. This was back in 2009. I had 
been laid off from my job, and I was having trouble finding another one 
because of the fact I didn't have a college degree.

Here's what helped me, and I think it would help in your case as well. 
You've decided what your interests are, and that's good. Now, what you 
should do is to decide how you think you want to pursue them. You 
mentioned college; that's a reasonable way to start your pursuit. So, 
now you need to take the next step. Don't try to think of all steps you 
have to take all at once, or you'll overwhelm yourself and fall victem 
to the self confidence thing again. The next logical step would be to 
investigate the college you're considering. I suggest speaking to 
advising and or career services at the college; they may even be able to 
make some suggestions as to what academic and career paths you should 
consider based on your interests and aptitudes. Also speak to disability 
services at the college about which acommodations you may need so you 
can get a feel for how the office operates. Some are better than others, 
and it's good to know what resources they will assist you with and which 
you'll need to find a way to obtain in some other way.

Joe