I lived in NYC with my 6 siblings during undergrad. For graduate school, I was determined to go abroad.

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Omarni Webb left New York City to pursue a master's degree in Sweden

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I went to graduate school right after college, and I regret it. I wish I had waited and joined the workforce first.

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The author, not pictured, went right into grad school after college.

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I got my master's degree and have 5 freelance gigs, but I still can't make ends meet. I rely on my parents for financial support.

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The writer relies on her parents for financial support.

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I've been on a ventilator for 11 years. It hasn't stopped me from getting my master's degree and working full-time.

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The writer, not pictured, graduated college and got a master's degree despite his chronic illness.

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A 63-year-old working 2 jobs is worried about retirement. She says she's been overeducated and underpaid her entire career.

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Cathy said she's nervous about retirement even though she's worked her whole life and has a master's degree.

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ChatGPT stole one of my clients that brought in up to $2,000 a month. I don't want to be cynical, but the writing is on the wall.

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