Have you read the NYT article all about that blah feeling we are all having these days? It's called languishing and it is REAL. It's not depression, but it's definitely not thriving and a lot of us are feeling a lot of this.
While this term is new to me, the concept is not - many people fear that they will not thrive on their gap year and NOW coming off of more than a year of a global pandemic taking over our lives and stealing our joy, this would be the worst case scenario for a gap year.
GOOD NEWS - there are some great tips on how you can prevent or redirect feelings of languishing on your gap year. Take a listen to some of our top tips!
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Explore, Dream & Design Your Gap Year Workshop
Gap Year GamePlan
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 You Shouldn’t Rush Yourself - With Jessica
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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