Advice needed for a major life transition, thanks!

Hey everyone, hope you're all doing well. I'm 23 years old and just finished my degree. To be honest, I chose my major because I truly loved the subject, but looking at the job market, there's just zero career growth—it was a liberal arts program back home in Canada. On top of that, I just went through a massive heartbreak; I was in a long-term relationship for five years, and she was my entire world. We ended things recently after she finished her pharmacy degree and met someone else who she felt was a better fit for her future. Right now, life is pretty heavy—I'm living alone while caring for my sick mother. It feels like I'm navigating this fog without much guidance, especially since I only have two close friends to lean on. Given how tough the economy is across the US right now, I’ve been thinking about enrolling in a part-time engineering program. Even if it only gives me a tiny 3% chance at a stable career, it feels worth it. How do I find my footing, stay motivated when everything feels so stagnant, and eventually find someone to share my life with again?

Thanks so much for listening... I don't really have anyone else I can turn to for advice.

Look, just try to land some kind of job—honestly, any job at this point—and focus on getting your finances somewhat steady. Once you aren't constantly stressing about rent, love and all that other life stuff will naturally fall into place. You're still young, for crying out loud.
There’s really zero point in just stacking up degrees while your life passes you by. Why did you even pick a major with zero career prospects in the first place? If you keep going down that path, you'll basically be a full-time student until you hit retirement age. Try actually making some money and moving up the ladder, or maybe look for something related to what you studied, but please—stop kidding yourself that endless studying is a substitute for a real life.

Real change kicks off with one tiny step. It’s just like knocking over that first domino and watching the whole chain reaction unfold into something massive. You’ve got to give life a chance to actually take you where you intended to go. Get out there, meet new people, and actually hang out with them. New connections are how you stumble upon fresh ideas and unexpected opportunities, whether you're looking for a career jump or finding someone special.
Good luck!

Look, you guys were together for five years—that’s a massive chunk of your life—so obviously it’s going to take some time to get over her. But don't sit there thinking you just wasted all that time, okay? You actually lived it. You enjoyed yourselves, learned things from each other, and grew as people... that counts for something. There are plenty of amazing women out there in this country, and honestly, you only need to find one right one 🙂 sooner or later, it'll happen.

As for college... man, I don't even know what to tell you. Sure, a degree might come in handy someday, but are you actually ready to grind through another four years of studying? If your heart isn't in it, do not—and I mean do not—sign those papers. Trying to finish a degree you hate is a nightmare, and trying to build a career doing something you despise is even worse. My two cents? Find something you actually give a damn about. Ignore all that noise about economic crises or unemployment rates and the like. The reality is that most employers are desperate for decent, hardworking people—if you show up and prove you're capable, you'll land a job eventually. And hey, if you have connections, use them—there's no shame in a little help when it counts.