Happiness lies in following a path that aligns with your passions and values 

Choosing or changing your career path can be daunting, but help is at hand. Rita de Brún speaks with a range of expert advisors

Actor Cillian Murphy studied Law before changing career path. His switch went well, resulting in him winning the 2024 Academy Award for best actor. Pic: Tommaso Boddi/Getty 

Deciding what apprenticeship to pursue or what course to study when you leave school can be a big deal. Sometimes it’s a bigger deal for the parents than the students. 

Sometimes young people feel overwhelmed by the decision-making process, the implications and the effort required. It’s a lot. But it’s good to know that there’s support to be had, and that there’s no shortage of people who spend their working day endeavouring to help young people find their way onto a path that aligns with their values and passions. One that lifts their spirit and makes them happy with the choice they made.