Is it okay to drop out of university if it doesn’t feel right? Is it normal to feel totally lost even after studying a broad degree? 
In Episode 2 of the DreamMatch Podcast, we dive deep into the local realities of career choices in Latvia, and our youth participants hold absolutely nothing back. 
Arina shares her brave story of leaving two different bachelor’s degrees because she couldn’t see a fulfilling, fairly compensated future in them. Mirel explains why jumping straight into the workforce right after high school gave her far more motivation and clarity than traditional studies ever could. And Nikola reflects on studying Intercultural Relations—a degree with “a bunch of everything”—and why it’s completely normal to feel confused about your next steps.
If you are stressing about your future, their message to you is clear: Don’t rush into studies just because society expects you to have it all figured out by 18. Take your time, try different hands-on experiences, and discover what actually suits you best! 
Watch their incredibly relatable stories here: https://youtu.be/7M13tvzzU2M
About the DreamMatch Project This podcast is part of the “DreamMatch: Helping VET Learners Find Their True Calling” project (Project No: 2025-1-LT01-KA210-VET-000350406). Our mission is to tackle the skills mismatch in the labor market and improve career guidance quality. Through innovative, game-based learning tools like Career Escape Room scenarios and visual storytelling, we aim to empower VET learners to make informed career decisions that align with their true skills and interests.
Project Partners:
Menų ir dizaino mokymo centras (Lithuania – Coordinator)
Open Mind Better Future SRL (Romania)
NEXUS Eğitim ve Danışmanlık Merkezi (Turkey)
Veselīgas attīstības skola (Latvia – Host)
Disclaimer:
Funded by the European Union. Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or the National Agency. Neither the European Union nor National Agency can be held responsible for them.
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