Sometimes, we are not aware of the obvious. Especially when it comes to your own abilities, you're likely to have a number of blind spots. The ability to see that what comes easily to you and doesn't require much effort eludes most people. You usually need an outside perspective.
Friends and family are an immense resource who can provide you with a different view on yourself and many other aspects of your life. Be sure to use them as mentors! These are the people who know you best. Ask them to give you feedback on your skills and interests. Have conversations with them about possible majors, careers, goals, and your aspirations. Develop and strengthen your own point of view and vision of the future.
Use your conversations with people around you to learn as much as possible about careers and fields of study you may not know much about. For example, does an uncle work in event planning for an airline? What exactly does he do? Talk to him and find out! Maybe there's an opportunity to visit him at work or do an internship? Do you have a cousin who is studying nutrition at the University of Giessen? Go with her to lectures and check out the program for yourself.
Your social environment can be an important resource for you: Broaden your perspective on yourself and your future!
