Taking a gap year can be terrifying! You’re doing something completely different than your peers, there is so much uncertainty about the year ahead, and you may not be equipped with all of the gap year resources (check out our resources page at: https://www.cangap.ca/resources)
However, your gap year is yours to create and it can be extremely transformational! Today, one of our amazing alum, Jessica, shares her gap year journey. She was enrolled in our Gap Year GPS program, worked a variety of different jobs, travelled and most importantly, gained confidence in herself, helping her to achieve her goals!
Take a listen to Jessica’s story!
Topics Discussed
Resources Mentioned In This Episode
A Parent's Guide to Gap Years: Exploring Outward Bound with Stacy
Parenting Neurodivergent Youth: Navigating Adulthood Transitions with Confidence
Neurodiversity & Gap Years: Support and Self-Discovery
Unlocking Wellness: Navigating Mental Health in Your Gap Year
How to find your dream career on your gap year
What is a Gap Year?
What to do with a University Drop Out
How to have MORE FUN - According to our Book Club!
How to Pick a Uni Program (Or Not)
From Shy to Bold: Unveiling the Transformative Power of a Gap Year
From Imposter Syndrome to Empowerment: 100 Episodes of Reflection and Growth
How to evaluate the safety of gap year programs
Why September’s Actions will Make or Break your Gap Year
How to Support your Kid’s Wacky Idea
2SLGBTQ+ Considerations for a Gap Year (a starting place)
Why Travel and Experiential Programs are Critical in 2023 with Carpe Diem’s ED, Adam
The 3 Most Challenging Times of Year for Gappers
Unserious Careers - How taking time to figure it out pays off in health, happiness and success
Talking to your Teen about Taking a Gap Year
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