Throughout much of my education, I believed that success was largely determined by academic achievement. Like many young people, I assumed that if I worked hard, achieved good grades and followed the path that had been laid out in front of me, everything else would naturally fall into place. To some extent, that belief was helpful. Working hard, taking pride in your education and striving to do your best are all valuable qualities. However, as I progressed through university,

There seems to be an unspoken expectation that by the time we reach our late teens or early twenties, we should have a clear plan for our future. What university should you attend? What career do you want? Where do you see yourself in five years? What are your long-term goals? These questions are often asked with good intentions. But for many young people, they can create a huge amount of pressure. The reality is that most people do not have everything figured out. In fact, m