Don’t knock the nerdy math teacher. Yes, many of us didn’t care for calculus in high school, and some of us aren’t good with numbers at all. But let’s face it — mathematics is one of the only truly universal languages out there. Adding, subtracting, multiplying, dividing — they’re the basis for everything we do in life and how we operate. Even with words and writing, numbers exist!

Here’s the truth: if you have a love for mathematics and are generally good with numbers, you basically have a ton of options at your fingertips as far as online programs out there for education. Think of the possibilities: accounting, general mathematics, physics, computer science, engineering, astronomy, and so many more. All of it revolves around numbers. The use of mathematics! Some of these majors lead to some of the most important jobs to date in the world.

Don’t worry; you don’t have to sit in a classroom and be bored by lectures about numbers. Because as said before, numerous online programs exist out there that allow you to do your coursework from the comfort of your own home. Deal with the numbers, do the work, get the grades, and you’re set. While you actually might not have the patience for numbers, if you’re good with them, utilize that! The best advancements in humanity revolve around numbers. So don’t be afraid of math. Thankfully, once you’re ready to go with the highest quality experience for some of the best jobs out there — astronomy and engineering — you’ll notice that all your past boring days of calculus learning and the fraction stuff will simply fade away into memory. The bottom line is your use of numbers will mesh into your basic process of working. It will become your mantra, your code of work ethic.

As said before, don’t knock the nerdy math teacher. Passing on math knowledge — nurturing a young math genius who will later do great things in life — is one of the most important jobs there is.