With college decisions looming on the horizon (or right in your face), we're all feeling the pressure to have our life plans set.

The truth of life? Almost no one has it "all figured out" and it's better to approach life with an open mind instead of trying to lock yourself into the "perfect life plan".

In this episode of Balancing Act: Life and Struggles of a Teenage Girl, I sit down with Cassie Scheiner, a mental health counselor specializing in reproductive and perinatal experiences. But Cassie’s journey wasn’t always about psychology—she started her career in digital media, studying communications in college and then spending seven years in the field before taking the leap to pursue her true passion.

This episode dives into the pressure many teens and young adults feel to have their lives figured out. We have a thoughtful, vulnerable conversation which reassures us that it’s okay to take time to explore, grow, and change. Whether you’re a high school student stressed about college applications or a parent wanting to better support your teen, this conversation is packed with wisdom, practical advice, and the reminder that no one has everything figured out.

In this episode, we discuss:
🧠 Career Changes: Cassie’s inspiring journey from media to mental health and what she learned along the way.
📚 The Pressure to Have It All Together: Why it’s okay to not have your entire future mapped out in high school.
💬 How to Support Teens: Practical ways parents, friends, and mentors can hold space and validate feelings.
🌟 The Role of Mindfulness: How slowing down and listening to yourself can help you make authentic decisions.
🔄 Life is Ever-Changing: Why flexibility and adaptability are life-long skills worth developing.

If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed by uncertainty or the pressure to have a perfect path, this episode is here to remind you that you’re not alone.

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