I've recently had a sort of identity crisis. It's a situation that I know many college students can relate to being in, so I thought it might be a good idea to share the advice I've been given. Picking a college major is an easy decision for some people. I have friends that have wanted to be a doctor since the age of four. But then I also know other people (me) that are still somewhat undecided about what they want to do with their life.

I've leaned heavily on the guidance and advice from my friends and family over the past few weeks as I've thought about a career. The main consensus from all of them was this: don't focus on the money but focus on what you are passionate about. The idea is so simplistic that it's almost hard to grasp.

Money hasn't really been a driving factor for me in this process, but I've been thinking deeply about my passions, what I want to do in my life, and how I want to leave an impact. I know it's a profound thing to be doing at such a relatively young age, but I don't want to regret my college years. I want to be standing ten years from now and not wishfully thinking about what could have been.

I've decided that passion should be everyone's driving force. You won't fall in love with every single course in your major, but you can fall in love with what you do with your life. And if you focus on how your coursework relates to your future career, everything becomes easier.

Don't waste time dwelling on the money. It won't fulfill you in the end.

Passion will fulfill you more than any tangible value ever will. And don't stress too much about your future. Learn about what interests you, and the right job will find you. Take advantage of the resources at your fingertips to stuff your brain to the brim with knowledge. College is filled with incredible memories, but don't let these four years pass you by too quick.

Dive into your passions. Get involved. And have no regrets.