My parents drilled that into me, whilst my step-father spent big $$ on fleeting hobbies like scuba diving, archery, etc.

Then somebody told me that I had the right to change my mind. Of course, I understood that from the neck up - but the neck down said different.

So, it's been very hard for me to admit that personal training might not be what I want, having spent money and many many hours of study. Maybe I should have looked harder at the profession. I have learned so much, though, about exercise, muscle function, anatomy, etc. - all things that hold my interest. I'll get my cert because I'm very close and who knows - maybe someday I'll use it. But not now.