We conclude this podcast with the message that no matter what, it all works out. There are many paths to take in life and success looks very different for many people, by finding our own values and being true to ourselves things will work out as they are meant too.

In this episode of 'It All Works Out' we talk about that all-important Leaving Cert reform. For years, young people have been shouting that this "one size fits all" exam is not fit for purpose. While it suits some learning styles, it is not an accurate measure of intelligence for everyone and puts incredible stress on all young people, regardless of ability. Luke talks to Ciara from ISSU, Bressie and the Class of Covid19 on what this reform should look like and how young people can amplify their voices on this important issue.

In Episode two of ‘It All Works Out’ we look at the milestones that this year’s Leaving Cert Class missed out on. It’s the simple things we all took for granted; the last day of school, the grad mass, the debs, getting the exams with your friends around you, these simple transitions from secondary school into adulthood are important parts of growing up. This episode allows for a grieving of those missed moments. Luke speaks to Alicia, Conor, Ellen, Sean and Jamesie about what they have missed. We also hear from Chartered Psychologist and ‘The Blizzards’ Bass Player Louize Carroll on how we can overcome this grief.

Produced by Ciara O'Connor Walsh and A Lust for Life

Hosted by Luke Casserly

We all have nightmares about the horrors of the leaving cert, but the leaving cert class of Covid-19 have had one of the hardest leaving cert years in Irish history. 

 

Award-winning mental health charity A Lust for Life, present a six-part podcast series, “It All Works Out” with the class of covid-19 – who have had – and continue to have – an unprecedented and traumatic year.