Everyone will have an opinion on how you should lead your life. Listen and consider, but don't always take it to heart. People's advice is rooted in their own beliefs, desires, preferences, and values, which are rarely a mirror representation of yours. Even if it ends up angering, disappointing, or confusing some folks, do what you want. Do what feels aligned. Do what supports the unfolding of your vision of a full and authentic life. At the end of the day, no one is going to have to face the consequences of your decisions as directly as you. This is your stint of a human experience. Own it shamelessly.