TA for me is an important aspect when it comes to trading because I have gotten positive results from doing this so why would I change this. Others maybe not so much and they put the blame on TA and that's why they have a negative outlook towards it. Try everything first.
Don't overthink, over analyse things too much Although I don't use my degree right now I learnt invaluable lessons as I'm sure you did too. Let your heart lead and your mind will follow.
If there's one thing I've learnt it's that common sense is one of the least common attributes in people. Everyone is so busy wondering what everyone is doing that they forget to think for themselves