I talk about my future like i have it planned but its not
The story
Im about to graduate highschool and so of course I constantly get asked "what are you doing to do next". And somehow i manage to talk about my future in a way that I even start to believe i have it figured out. But as soon as the conversation ends I realize that i really dont have my shit together. I thought I had it all planned out, ill get an apprenticeship, go to college for the course ill need to move up in my field, make better money, and all will be good. But as much as I talk about it i cant figure out where to start, I know what i should do but i dont know how to do it, i get stuck in a loop of thinking I know what im doing and then have it hit me that i have no clue where i am. Im not stupid, i can do well in school, infact ive been keeping my grades high 80s and 90s but my last year was rough and its going to make it hard for me to get into a good school with those stains on my transcript, I dont know how to start but i know i have too soon. If i can get this figured out eventually im going to make a book to tell people what to expect, because i can only wish i had a book to guide me through all of this now. I will figure it out, even though i feel like i cant right now. I just wish i was actually as organized as i make people believe i am.
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Hey, first off, kudos to you for keeping those high grades even when things got rough. That's no easy feat! It's totally normal to feel lost and overwhelmed about the future, especially with all that pressure from others asking about your plans after graduation. You're definitely not alone in feeling like you're just winging it and putting on a front of having it all figured out.
One thing I can suggest is to take it one step at a time. Break down your goals into smaller, manageable chunks. Maybe start by researching apprenticeships or reaching out to career counselors for guidance on how to kickstart your journey. Remember, not everyone has their life perfectly mapped out, and it's okay to feel uncertain sometimes.
Keep pushing forward and don't be too hard on yourself. You've made it this far with hard work and determination, so trust that you have what it takes to navigate the unknown territory ahead. Stay positive and believe in your abilities – you've got this!
The whole "what's next" question can be super overwhelming, and it can feel like everyone expects you to have your whole life planned out by the time you graduate. But truth is, most people are just making it up as they go along; we're all kind of winging it in our own ways. That's the reality... ;-)
It's completely understandable to feel the pressure of having to have your future all neatly planned out by the time you graduate high school. The truth is, life rarely goes exactly as planned, and that's okay! Even if it seems like everyone else knows what they're doing, many are just figuring it out as they go along. It's a journey full of surprises and unexpected turns, so it's okay not to have all the answers right now.
You mentioned wanting to create a book to guide others through these uncertain times, I think it's such a thoughtful idea! Your experiences and struggles could be incredibly valuable in helping others who might be going through similar challenges.
Remember, it's okay to feel lost or unsure about your path; what matters most is how you navigate through these feelings and keep moving forward. Take each step one at a time, seek guidance when needed,