Career Guidance for Teens: fun or run ?

So, you’re 15–17.
You just woke up and someone’s already asking:
— “What do you want to be in life?”

Panic? Cringe.
Let’s break it down — here’s how to make it cool:

1. Choosing a job “forever” — cringe.
The world is changing fast. Jobs disappear, new ones pop up (who knew about TikTok managers 10 years ago?).
Cool: explore what actually excites you and what you’re good at.

2. Picking a career just for the money — cringe.
Sure, money matters. But if you hate what you do, no paycheck will save you.
Cool: find the sweet spot — where passion and income meet.

3. Comparing yourself to others — cringe.
“Vasya is already studying IT and I have no idea what I want!” — stop. Everyone has their own pace.
Cool: look inside, not at someone else’s Instagram.

4. Trying different things — cool.
Internships, online courses, volunteering, even blogging — the more you try, the clearer it gets.
Cringe: waiting for your “calling” to magically appear.

5. Afraid to change direction — cringe.
You’re not a tree. You can move. People switch careers at 30, 40, even 50.
Cool: reinvent yourself when needed — that’s future-proof thinking.

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Bottom line: Career guidance isn’t a test or a sentence. It’s a journey.
And if you don’t have it all figured out yet — that’s totally okay.
Just keep moving.

Save this and share it with a teen who’s stressing out. Let them know — they’re doing just fine. ...

FUN or RUN: Helping Your Child Speak in Public

RUN:
— Your child steps onto the stage… and immediately wants to vanish.
— Whispers like it’s a top-secret mission, then bolts.
— Backstage drama: “I’m never doing that again! Ever!”
You’re left thinking: “But they practiced so well at home…”

FUN:
— Start with safe spaces: a dinner toast, a funny story for grandma.
— Make it play: “You’re the talk show host, I’m your guest!”
— Record silly videos together — then watch, laugh, and cheer.
— Skip the pressure. Confidence doesn’t grow in stress, it grows in fun.

Speaking in public is a skill, not a gift.
It’s built moment by moment, giggle by giggle, word by word.

So if your child is still more of a whisperer than a presenter — that’s totally fine.
The key? Help them find the joy in expressing themselves.
Because when it’s fun, they won’t run.

And one day, you’ll hear:
— “Good morning, everyone!”
And you’ll smile, knowing exactly how far they’ve come. ...