what careers did you wish you had studied

Seeking advice or support

im a high school freshman. I took the Stanford-Binet test 2 years ago. I got a good score (130), really good in knowledge and verbal, and I also got diagnosed with dyslexia (I kind of already knew it). im in an interesting spot, im from a South American country, so there aren't gifted programs, which has its advantages and disadvantages. However, I do go to an international school, so I could and aspire to study in the USA. im looking for a career that might offer good job security, decent pay, and be also intellectually rewarding, and that doesn't punish my dyslexia as much, or that is in a field that can accommodate it. Aerospace or mechanical engineering sounds like a cool option, yet I obviously don't have the experience to know for sure. I was wishing to ask y'all what careers the adults in this sub regret pursuing, what they wish they had gone for, and which they are happy with their choice.

Also, I think this is the right sub for my question, but if it isn't, let me know I can take it down

Posted Jan 13, 2026, 11:59 PM UTC

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