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How do you know you're on the right path?

I am deeply worried about my future, and wonder often what's right for me. Will I ever know that I'm doing the right thing? Thank you!

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Karen’s Answer

Great that you're thinking about doing the right thing -- that's the first step. Suggest you make a list of what's important to you in life such as family, friends, feeling like you are helping others, learning new skills, living your faith, etc. When you have identified those things, you can use them as a checklist with whatever you are doing.

The easiest way to know if you're doing the right thing is by treating others the way you would like to be treated. And don't hesitate to ask for help if you are not sure about anything.

With every good wish and many blessings,
Karen
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Isida’s Answer

Hello Mekenzy, your inquiry has gone through my weekly mail. It’s completely normal to feel uncertain about your future—most professionals didn’t have it all figured out at your age. Start by exploring what excites you, whether it’s solving problems, helping people, or creating something new. Every small step you take—like researching a role, shadowing someone, or trying a project—builds clarity over time. Hope it helps!
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Ash’s Answer

Hi Mekenzy
One of the things I have learnt over the years is to follow your passion, be open to opportunities and keep learning! Don't worry about the future and try and enjoy the moment. I changed my career so many times and each of them gave me the opportunity to learn something new and enjoy the different things I was doing!
All the very best in whatever you do!
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Sarah’s Answer

Dear Mekensey, I'm so sorry to hear you are feeling this way. And, it's completely normal that we feel this way when we feel a bit stuck. The world we are living in today is complex, fast moving and challenging. And I believe in you!
What I would encourage you to do now is stop asking, ‘What is the perfect long-term answer?’ and start asking, ‘What evidence can I gather over the next 30 days about who I am, what I’m good at, and what direction has energy in it for me?’
You do not need to solve your whole life. You need to run better experiments.
For example:
What parts of your school or studies have actually suited you, even a little?
When you look at your week, what gives you the highest energy?
I'm guessing you are still at university or school? Try to deconstruct the different types of work you are asked to do. Practicals, written exams, group study, analysis etc. and spend 30 days running small experiments based on the structure: Try, Notice, Decide
eg. Try - for 30 days, start one conversation a week with someone new.
Notice what changes. Is it skill? Fear? Story? Energy?
Then decide what to do next. Keep running small experiments. You will learn so much about yourself I promise. This evidence will lead you to make informed decisions about your future.
Wishing you all the best Sarah
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