60: Taking a Gap Year

Published: May 5, 2021, 2:31 a.m.

Oh, gap years. We love you and love to hate you.\nThe world of academia tells us silly myths about gap years like \u201cTaking a gap year means you don\u2019t take your career seriously\u201d or \u201cTaking a gap year is just one step away from quitting music.\u201d\nBut is taking a gap year really as career-shattering as it seems?\nNOPE. Not even close.\nHere\u2019s the thing. Sometimes you need to take a break from school. Everything is going to be ok. In fact, things will probably be awesome!\nSo whether you\u2019re thinking about taking a gap year, are in the middle of one (uh, hello covid), or are just taking a break from music in general, we\u2019re here to give you the honest pros + cons, and help you come up with a game plan.\nPSA: This episode topic was suggested to us by dear friend of the podcast + listener, Lauren!\nFollow Us:\nInstagram\nTwitter\nFacebook\nHosts:\nJessie\nMichelle