ep 10: adulting is hard

Welcome to another episode of the Squares and Circles podcast! I’m your host Ellie, and this week we’re diving into the daunting yet exciting world of life after school. Join me as we unpack the realities of leaving education, explore the challenges and surprises of early adulthood, and share practical tips for navigating this significant transition. In today’s episode, we’ll discuss the high expectations we have as teens about adulthood and the stark realities we face once we step into the ‘real world’. I’ll share my own journey from university to the job market, the unexpected difficulties I encountered, and how I coped with imposter syndrome and financial stress. We’ll also explore: •How to educate and prepare yourself for real-world responsibilities. •The importance of building a support network. •Developing resilience and coping skills to manage stress. •Continuous learning and adapting to new situations. •Strategies for maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Throughout the episode, I’ll offer personal stories, practical tips, and actionable steps to help you feel more equipped and less alone in your journey. Whether you’re struggling with job hunting, financial management, or just figuring out how to “adult,” this episode has something for you. Journal prompts: What was the most surprising aspect of adulthood for you? How have your perceptions of adulthood changed since leaving school? What adult responsibilities do you feel least prepared for? What steps can you take to improve your skills in these areas? What are your short-term and long-term goals as you transition into adulthood? How can you break these goals into actionable steps? Sources: https://www.naceweb.org/job-market/graduate-outcomes/first-destination#:~:text=The%20NACE%20First%2DDestination%20Survey&text=NACE's%20First%2DDestination%20Survey%20captures,education%20on%20a%20national%20scale. https://www.apa.org/news/press/releases/stress/2018/stress-gen-z.pdf https://www.forbes.com/sites/yassprize/2023/04/12/the-perils-of-not-investing-in-financial-literacy/

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