Introduction You’ve thought about teaching. You’ve imagined standing in front of a classroom—guiding, inspiring, helping students believe in themselves. And in that quiet moment of possibility, something inside you lights up. You picture the impact you could make, the lives you could change, the meaning your work could hold. But then the what-ifs rush in. What if I’m not qualified? What if I can’t pass the exams? What if I can’t afford to start over? What if it’s too late? Suddenly, that spark dims. You push the thought aside. Maybe later. Maybe someday. Maybe never. If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone. Considering a major career shift—especially one as impactful and personal as teaching—naturally brings up fear. That fear is human. It’s normal. It’s part of the process. But here’s the truth: Most of the fears holding you back are fueled by myths, not reality. Misconceptions about who can become a teacher , what the process requires, and how difficult t...
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