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How To Take a Gap Year

May 28, 2024
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Abby Falik, Founder of The Flight School, discusses the benefits of taking a gap year to find personal fulfillment outside traditional academic paths. The podcast explores the pressure of educational expectations, the value of alternative learning journeys, and the importance of designing a purposeful gap year for personal growth and introspection.
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Quick takeaways

  • Taking a gap year allows individuals to explore beyond traditional schooling and break free from academic pressures.
  • Rethinking education to focus on independence, self-discovery, and personalized experiences is essential for student growth.

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The Benefits of Taking a Gap Year

Taking a gap year allows individuals like Leo to step away from the traditional school system to explore new experiences. Leo contemplates taking a gap year to break free from the high expectations and competitiveness of his current academic environment. He sees it as an opportunity to learn beyond the confines of the classroom and traditional education.

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