209. Navigating post-graduation blues ft. Therapist Liz Kelly
Jul 2, 2024
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Therapist Liz Kelly delves into the psychology of post-graduation blues, discussing topics like grief, anxiety, loss of friends, and setting realistic goals. She offers advice on embracing fear, finding support, and navigating the uncertainties of the transition to adulthood.
Post-graduation blues involve grief, anxiety, and loss of security.
Embrace fear, uncertainty, set realistic goals for a smoother transition after graduation.
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Discussion on Post-Graduation Transition and Psychology of 20s
The podcast delves into the post-graduation blues, addressing the challenges and transitions faced in one's 20s. The speaker emphasizes the psychological impact of milestones like graduation and the uncertainties that follow, including feelings of nostalgia and anxiety. The importance of self-compassion, setting realistic goals, and adapting to new environments is stressed to navigate this transitional period.
The period after graduation can be really difficult, filled with emotions like grief, anxiety, worry about the future, loneliness and nostalgia as we leave the structure and comfort of college and university for the big, confusing real world. In today's episode we break down the psychology of the post-graduation blues, including:
What defines this experience
How long does it last?
The loss of friends as well as security and stability
What triggers our unease
How we can embrace the fear and uncertainty
Setting realistic goals for our first year post graduation
This and so much more, all with some amazing advice and wisdom from our guest, the therapist Liz Kelly, author of the book 'This Book Is Cheaper Than Therapy'. Listen now!