I just read an article in Sunday Times about a Singaporean nurse and her relationship with her China patient who lost his battle with leukemia. And I cried and cried like a sad puppy.

This, is why I don't want to be a doctor or a nurse (or more like I can't). Because I know that even if I did, I wouldn't make a good one. I'll be too attached to my patients and far too emotionally to handle anything. I can't watch people suffer or die (not that I think most people can). And it's not just the patients that get to me, but also the patient's family members and close relations; having to deal with the pain of someone they love suffering from an illness. My emotions would definitely get in the way of my work. DEFINITELY. C'mon, have you seen me? I'm a wreck. I cry at virtually anything. I would absolutely empathize with Katherine Heigl's character in Grey's Anatomy.

Therefore I conclude that it's a wise choice for me to not dwell in the medical scene. And let these other brave, noble and respected beings do a better job. =)


(PS: I know this is totally unrelated but I found this and I thought maybe it might come in handy for those of you who are feeling down today.)