I made a mistake

So remember how I mentioned my internship in NYC this summer? Well as I didn't mention before, it's at NBC Health and Fitness Center. Yes, that NBC. The one at 30 Rock. But to tell the truth, I really don't think it's the job for me. Of course the facility is nice and the people who work there are great, even the members are wonderful and encouraging, but a corporate gym is just not a place I see myself spending the majority of my career. I've realized I'm interested in a more personal approach.

In Baton Rouge there are a few holistic health facilities specializing in corrective and functional exercise, allowing clients to live a higher quality life with fewer injuries and more health benefits. I'm sure this type of place exists in New York, the problem is that isn't where I'm doing my internship. On a nearly daily basis I find myself wishing I was at one of those Baton Rouge facilities, but then I take a step back and realize I'm living in New York City for three months. When else would I have a chance to do that? Probably never. 

If I'm honest, spending the summer in New York was a huge factor in deciding on an internship, but lately I've been questioning that decision. I'm far from home and everyone I know (except my brother). Everything is more expensive. I'm living in a tiny, filthy dorm. And it's been quite the financial aid nightmare. If I'd stayed in Baton Rouge I'd be near all my friends, I'd have a job with actual cash flow (in addition to the internship), I'd still be in my roomy townhouse (with a glorious, spacious kitchen), and I'd be able to see my family whenever I like.

But...

I've made three great new friends in my lovely roommates. I've gone on fun weekend adventures with them. And had all kinds of crazy experiences I never would have dreamed. I wouldn't call it stepping outside my comfort zone so much as leaping out then sprinting away, and I wouldn't have done it any other way.

So all in all, I don't regret the decision I've made. Although my job isn't what I'd ideally like to do in future, I'm still learning tons and getting all kinds of important experience under my belt (and on my resume). And I am beyond grateful for the opportunities I've been afforded by the Fitness Center and my supervisor. 

Have you made any questionable career choices? How did they turn out?

KB

P.S.: This was taken a couple Sundays ago in Sheep Meadow. It was such a lovely day and it seemed like everyone left in the city was there sunbathing.