@CupcakeCaring
Hey CupcakeCaring,
As someone pursuing a career as a clinical psychologist, my Ikigai is to help people. Helping people gives me a sense of worth and value, as well as makes me feel like I’m making a difference. Psychology has been a passion of mine since I was 15; understanding how people think, their reasons for behavior, etc. has always fascinated me. Throughout my 7 years of studying psychology in school, I have developed many skills that I employ to help those in need of help. I am constantly honing these skills to make me a better psychologist when I get into the professional field. Mental healthcare is something that the world desperately needs more of. The field of psychology has rapidly been growing over the past few decades, although sadly so have the occurrence of mental health issues. To combat this, it is important to advocate about mental health awareness and break down stigmas.