What if your child’s passion doesn’t align with the plan you had for them?

In this episode of Akili Pod, we bring together two generations in an honest, deeply reflective conversation about passion, expectations, and the courage it takes to choose your own path.

Kourtney, a Gen Z university student pursuing Actuarial Science, finds herself at a crossroads. While she’s academically capable, the course doesn’t ignite her passion and with her peers already far ahead, the pressure to “keep going” feels heavy. She’s torn between staying the course or starting over in pursuit of what truly fulfills her.

We also have Lucy Mzughula, a Gen X and the founder of Loli Creations, a fashion and bags brand born from resilience and delayed dreams. Growing up, Lucy didn’t receive the support to pursue fashion and design. She followed the “safe” path, worked for years, and eventually made the brave decision to quit and finally chase her passion.

Together, they unpack:

- The generational gap in how passion and success are viewed

- Parental expectations versus personal fulfillment

- The fear of starting over

- Whether it’s ever “too late” or “too early” to choose yourself

This episode isn’t about having all the answers. It’s about asking the right questions for parents, students, and anyone navigating life between duty and desire.

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