work help: I am 37, my wife forced me to quit my job and pursue higher education so that I can do a better job. - Help.com

First, can I say.. I find it really strange that you are saying your wife “forced you” to quit your job. She obviously did not force you. She may have highly encouraged it.. but forced? Not unless she went in and quit for you! It sounds like you are putting it on her so if you screw this up you can just blame her.

Also.. I think its funny that you call yourself brilliant. A bit egotistical, don’t you think?

Alright.. all that said… of course you are not too old. Thousands upon thousands of adults go back to college every year. Some are much older than you. Its not even a little bit strange. If you apply yourself you will be just fine.

And in the meantime.. you should probably thank the crap out of your wife for being awesome enough to be willing to support you, and to see that you were unhappy and then push you in a better direction! I’d suggest flowers and a very “brilliantly” written love note.

you’ll be all right. people hire 40 year olds all the time. keep studying and working hard. don’t worry about not working right now. if you can pay the bills, you’re all right. think about the job you will have in the future - something you can be proud of! work hard and be frugal with your money right now. have faith that it will pay off. don’t give up, and work hard! good luck. :)

Thanks a lot for the help. I feel better and your reply echoes my wife’s words…she is a great lady who came down like an angel to change my life…i will surely do as you said ShiftingSand, flowers and the brilliant note…i used the word forced to mean she helped me quit the job I did not like but was tied up to since I thought my low grades suited my work. No its not like I would blame her if I failed…and yeah it would sound egotistical to say I was brilliant..but only untill I proved myself…thanks a lot..your reply has surely helped…thanks lolzy too for the practical wisdom.

Good Luck!!