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The Psychology of your 20s

133. Feeling lost after university and career anxiety

Oct 10, 2023
Navigating life after graduation can be tough, with feelings of anxiety and confusion looming large. It's common to feel distant from friends and overwhelmed by career choices. The hosts discuss redefining self-worth beyond job success, urging listeners to focus on personal values and relationships. Embracing uncertainty is vital, as it opens doors to self-discovery and growth. Practical advice is offered to cope with post-grad blues, encouraging exploration of unique skills and passions while highlighting the importance of flexibility during this transformative time.
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  • Feeling lost after university stems from various factors such as losing friends, financial anxiety, adapting to the working world, and choice overload.
  • Transitioning from university to adulthood is a challenging period of self-discovery, growth, and creating a multi-dimensional identity.

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Feeling Lost After University

The podcast discusses the feeling of being lost after graduating from university and struggling to figure out one's career path and purpose. It highlights how college provides a safe bubble and a singular goal, but after graduation, the uncertainty of what comes next can weigh heavily on the mind. Many individuals experience anticipatory anxiety and post-graduation blues, feeling overwhelmed by questions about their future, goals, and vision. It emphasizes the importance of acknowledging and discussing this experience, as well as understanding that choice and change are inherent in our 20s.

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