Following your passion is not a secure choice in life, but if you can find the light and go for it, you will see that it is the best choice.
Maz Jobrani
UC Berkeley Commencement 2017, 2017
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Jobrani shared a story about his mother's reaction when he told her he wanted to be a comedian. She suggested he become a lawyer instead, and when he refused, she said, 'At least become a mechanic.' When he asked how she went from lawyer to mechanic, she replied, 'People need a mechanic. Nobody needs a comedian.' Jobrani realized she didn't understand his passion — she simply loved him and wanted him to have a secure future. But the lesson he drew was that parents, however well-meaning, don't know what will fulfill you. Only you do. And while following your passion is risky, it is ultimately the path to a genuinely good life.