{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/674afe22d67d53d9b3d59423/6898b75cf9482328d0a42cc7?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Feeling worried about the future? ","description":"<p><strong>This Results Day Special episode comes to you mid-August, just as young people across the UK are preparing to open those all-important A-level and GCSE results envelopes.</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Drawing on 25 years of supporting thousands of students and families through exam seasons, Cathy offers essential perspective and reassurance: whatever happens on results day, these outcomes are far from the be-all and end-all of any young person's future.</strong></p><p><br></p><p>This episode explores:</p><ul><li>why exam results don't define who you are or who you'll become</li><li>the transferable skills that matter most in the 21st century workplace</li><li>the fruit tree analogy - why not everyone ripens at the same time</li><li>how to reframe disappointment and find different paths to success</li><li>why the cyclical nature of life means there are always new opportunities ahead</li><li><br></li></ul><p>The episode features a special retrospective of wisdom from previous Futures Project guests, including:</p><p><br></p><ul><li>Jas Schembri-Stothart (co-founder of Luna) on building supportive networks</li><li>Dr Deborah Woodman &amp; Dr Mike Farquhar on managing overwhelm and recognising your worth</li><li>Even Briar (singer, actor, content creator) on staying present</li><li>Dr Fran Harris (founder of 4GOOD) on maintaining optimism about the future</li><li>Dr Cathy Rogers (TV presenter, academic and author of Future Vision) on the bright future young people can create</li><li>Genelle Aldred (journalist, host and founder of Repeat That Again Please podcast &amp; author of \"Communicate for Change\") on the power of community</li><li>Louis Hatchwell (Beast On A Bike) on focusing on the present</li><li>Laura Jane Silverman (Head of LSE Generate) on channelling worry into positive action</li></ul><p><br></p><p>For more information about Cathy's work in education, futures and coaching, visit <a href=\"cathywalkerconsulting.uk\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">cathywalkerconsulting.uk</a></p><p>Follow Cathy on Instagram <a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/educathy/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">@educathy</a></p><p>And if you've enjoyed this episode, please like, share and subscribe to help us reach more people who might benefit from these conversations.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Sponsor Message:</strong></p><p><br></p><p>This episode is brought to you by <a href=\"https://eximuseducation.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Eximus Education</a>, an award-winning UK social enterprise on a mission to make high-impact tutoring affordable, accessible, and reliable for everyone – not just those who can afford it. At Eximus Education, they believe exam confidence starts long before results day. It's built through personalised, expert-led tutoring that helps pupils master their subjects and believe in their abilities. Whether you're preparing for GCSEs, A-levels, or simply looking to boost confidence, Eximus's highly selective tutors work one-to-one and in small groups to unlock potential – backed by a 97% customer satisfaction rating.</p><p><br></p><p>Visit <a href=\"https://eximuseducation.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">EximusEducation.com</a> to book your free 30-minute trial lesson.</p>","author_name":"Cathy Walker"}