We’re finishing up this work for you, Seeker. After two long posts, I have a thankfully shorter one for you. Not because I have very little information to go on, but because this is a subject you’re still contemplating. I may give you insights, but you’ll have the best answers.
There have been moments where you’ve considered continuing your education—specifically, graduate school.
Let’s see what you might gain if you decided to pursue an advanced degree.
Five of Cups reversed and Seven of Cups reversed shows that this could be a time for you to let go of grief or regret. Maybe you feel like the degree you have now isn’t “enough”, or maybe you regret not continuing your education earlier. The Seven of Cups reversed is about illumination, an end to confusion, or making a solid choice. This may also be a time where you’re consider the importance of an advanced degree
Four of Swords and Knight of Swords reveal that you wouldn’t jump into this lightly. You’ll consider the sacrifices and gains, as well as having to rearrange your life and possibly even career to accommodate your studies. You may even do extensive research into degrees, fields, programs, and institutions. But once you feel like you have a workable plan in place, you’ll go right in.
King of Cups and Ace of Swords together show that this may be a time of maturation and breakthrough. Continuing your education could reveal pathways, introduce you to new associates or mentors, or further transform you into the person you’re becoming.
All in all, a very positive reading.
On a personal note, as a graduate student myself, this isn’t a light decision. You’re right to take your time and think it through, especially if you keep up your work and personal pursuits at the same time as your studies. Finding a rhythm that accommodates everything is doable.
On another positive note, any one of your interests from the previous reading is a program of study or a research project in many institutions. And if you think age or experience are hindrances, you couldn’t be more wrong. In my own program, I’ve met people fresh out of undergrad and folks coming out of retirement. (Your experience in your chosen field might even aid you in finding the institution that fits you.)
Grad school isn’t the only way to grow, but the fact that you’re thinking about its application shows that you’re venturing out of your comfort zone. That’s a remarkable start.
This was a long reading, but I feel we explored quite a lot. I hope I’ve given you the information best for your circumstances, and that it also bolsters your courage or curiosity.
There’s a lot going for you, Seeker. I hope you realize that. Take care in the meantime.