259. why you feel LOST after graduation (what actually helps!)

#259  🍿 watch on spotify & youtube 💌 ask me a question or leave feedback on the podcast! i’ve recently made a big career change and learned a LOT about my mental health along the way… so let’s talk about it!  in this solo episode, i’m explaining what sparked this transition in my life & how i’m planning on optimizing this period of change to improve my routines, habits, and overall mental health.  so, if you’re also going through a major life shift in your 20s– or are wanting to figure out whether you should take the plunge into a new chapter of life– here’s how to do so while optimizing your mental health! i talk about: 1:52 the career shift i’m making & why! 12:56 my advice for college students & post-grads facing career uncertainty 14:47 why new beginnings are the perfect time to work on your mental health 15:57 mental health areas i’m prioritizing in this new season of life 22:42 staying motivated as a post-grad (vs. as a college student) 26:04 a mindset shift for improving your mental health habits 29:25 defining what makes my life worth living 31:22 journal prompts for goal-setting, career planning, & more!  mentioned: • succeeding as a psych major (pt. 1) • succeeding as a psych major (pt. 2) • dr. angela duckworth’s episode • mental health book club episode • how to change ☕giveaway! want coffee on me? every month, i gift one listener a starbucks gift card to enter: 1. leave a review on apple or spotify 2. dm me a screenshot on instagram 📲 bonus entries for story or tiktok tags! @shepersistedpodcast shepersistedpodcast.com hello@shepersistedpodcast.com  © 2026 SHE PERSISTED LLC. all rights reserved.