<p>Hi, I’m a 14 year old girl who keeps changing her mind. One day I want to travel, the next I want to be work-driven in one place. The only consistent job choices I’ve really felt connected to, (by consistant I mean I’ve wanted them for over 2 years) I would be good at is Acting and Pschology. Odd, I know. The thing is I’d love to move to LA when I’m done with school and pursue acting, taking 1-2 years off college to see if I make it, if I don’t I would attend UCLA or berkley for film, photography, or psychology/ maybe law. The thing is my parents are huge in the there-is-no-choice-when-it-comes-to-if-you’re-going-to-college thing. I don’t want to waste money and get their hopes up for my future by going a year to college then taking a year or two off for acting. They believe taking a break is another term for quitting. The thing is though, They’ve been in charge- supportive, but in charge- of me my whole life. It feels like all decisions are there’s. (I do realize I sound like all bratty 14 year old girls) I’ve never been in a REAL play or anything ( grade school performances) but I sometimes stay up late practicing lines from books as different characters. I don’t have stage fright and I’m more intrested in movies and etc, I’m just nervous what people will think of me considering the fact that my parents, who are so supportive, tend to judge so much. I know its not your life and I’m only posting this here to get a parent’s opinion. Please be respectful and honest- Is it crazy? Am I absolutely nuts for wanting to risk it all for what makes me happy? I think I have a shot but most young actors tend to even if they well… suck. I’m doing backstage stuff this year if I can ( I need to see if they’ll accept me considering acting you had to sign up for in registration) and see if I would be up to try my hand at acting on stage sophmore year. I don’t really like the aspect of stage, play-like performances since its usually musicals at my school and i lack a good voice. I want to take photography in all other 3 years of HS if I can, and maybe some type of editing class. Would it be smarter to just go into scripts( I like writign and have often been told I’d be good at it since I can predict exactly how most shows end.) Well… advice or suggestions are appreciated. Message me if you don’t want to post it here, but I’d REALLY appreciate a parent’s perspective. Thanks In advance, alo1313.</p>
<p>you are 14, be 14. Have some fun in HS, take some classes that interest you. Try to get a part in a few plays. Who knows how you will feel about all of this in a few years. Don’t worry about it for now!</p>
<p>I know, I’m just trying to be responsible. thanks though:)</p>