Ppl ard me r getting internships and they seem so well prepared for the future. Meanwhile, I have no internship, no thoughts about the future. What to do? I’m so lost…
Hey @user8776. Thanks for being real with how you’re feeling. It can be really overwhelming to see others around you seemingly having it all figured out, especially when you’re still unsure, but just know: you’re not behind. You’re on your own path.
The truth is, everyone moves at a different pace. Some people look prepared, but are actually still figuring it out quietly. It’s okay if your next steps isn’t clear yet, what matters is that you’re starting to ask questions. That’s already progress.
Sometimes feeling “lost” is just another way of saying, “I’m in the middle of exploring.”
Instead of trying to map out everything at once, if you’re open, maybe ask yourself: “What’s something I’m curious about to learn more about?”
The small curiosity might open the door to something more, an internship, a conversation, or even just a clearer direction.
That could be the start of something meaningful. And even if it’s not, you’ll learn more about yourself in the process.
You’ve got it, okay? Slowly but surely. One step at a time 
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Quite normal. What do u like? We all have to search something that gives us meaning n like
Hi @user8776 , I completely empathise with you! Seeing the people around you having clear goals in mind inevitably makes us feel like we’re falling behind, and that feeling can be crushing.
It’s okay to be unsure of what the future holds for you. We all traverse through life at different paces — some of us just require more time to figure out what we truly want. Rushing it wouldn’t make things right; it could pressure us to pursue things that we end up regret doing too.
If you are willing to, take a pause and ask yourself: What makes my heart beat faster, and eyes glow brighter? This moment of self-reflection may be the key to unlocking your understanding of your larger goals, and lead to something that can give you greater meaning and purpose.
So please don’t feel pressured to act immediately, give yourself the time to rethink and reflect. Then whenever you’re ready, take small little steps towards your passions and I’m sure you’ll be rewarded with many fruitful gains. Jiayou! 
Hi @user8776 ,
Thank you for sharing — that sounds really tough, and it makes sense you’d feel this way. That sense of being lost, when it seems like others are moving forward, can feel really disheartening. You’re not alone in this, many people go through these moments of uncertainty—even if they don’t always show it.
It’s easy to compare ourselves to others, but the truth is that everyone’s on their own path. Your path doesn’t have to look like anyone else’s. Not knowing what’s next doesn’t mean you’re behind; it just means you’re still figuring out what matters to you. 
If you gently set aside what others are doing for a moment, I wonder: is there anything you’d like to explore right now, even if it’s seemingly unrelated to your future? Maybe a workshop, a volunteer role, a skill you’ve always wanted to play with? A mind map, mood board or even sharing these ideas can be so helpful.
Like @ScribblingSunflower mentioned, curiosity can be so helpful, but also really fun. It doesn’t need to lead to answers right away.
It’s okay not to have it all figured out. Being in this space, uncomfortable as it is, can be the beginning of something really meaningful. You’re being really thoughtful, and that’s a strength. Be gentle with yourself and embrace each moment — these parts of the journey matter too. 
Hey @user8776 that is a very real feeling you’ve expressed there. The feeling of left behind when everybody else is progressing sometimes makes us fearful and lost. It sounds like you are feeling the same.
Most often the environment we are in puts a pressure on us to figure it all out. The good news is we can all move at our own pace when the time feels right. Even though people seem they are prepared, they would all still be preparing.
The very fact that you are recognizing the feeling that “you are lost” says you are being very present and mindful on what is happening to you at the moment. Keep that going. As it is said “Being in the present is the only time anything can be done” you are certainly onto something here. Sometimes it is okay to be a little lost and take a detour, while getting to the right place.
You could just start by asking, what is that you love doing and are most interested to do? Something insightful might come up. You’ve got this. Take care.