[Professional - Graduate School Enrollment] Pursuing a Ph.D. in Middle Age
Insung Lee shares his challenges and courage during his doctoral program Introduction In my early 30s, when I started my Master's program, I was full of enthusiasm and passion . I thought, “If I learn this, I’ll become a better version of myself.” At that time, I was driven by the desire to solve problems I encountered at work, so I decided to deepen my knowledge through academics. There were challenges along the way, but I believed that I could handle anything back then. However, at 41, when I think about pursuing a Ph.D. again, I find myself facing the question: "Is this the right path?" The question of what it would mean to go back to studying at this age looms over me. Time is more limited now, and there are financial pressures, family obligations, and the demands of my current job— all the realities that make it seem like a much tougher decision. 1. The Struggles of Aging and Reflection In my younger years, I believed that as long as I had passion and purpose ,...