Author: Lauren

People often picture a gap year in one specific setting…a cozy mountain cabin, a campfire in the woods, or a bustling international neighborhood. But the

It’s the question you’ve probably heard a hundred times this season: “So, what are you doing next year?” Whether you’re a high school senior staring

View this post on Instagram A post shared by OneLife Gap Year Program (@onelife_institute) Let’s be honest about traditional higher education for a second… For

If you’re currently trying to figure out what comes after high school, there’s a good chance you’re feeling a specific kind of pressure. You’re constantly

If you’ve decided to take a gap year, you’re probably already deep in prep mode. You’ve likely spent hours researching packing lists, scrolling through Pinterest

Picture this: you’re scrolling through social media, and your feed is absolutely packed with content telling you to focus on yourself. You see endless videos

Imagine signing up for a massive road trip with a group of friends. You pack your bags, chip in for gas, and pile into the

Human beings are hardwired to chase comfort, especially in America Everything about our modern world is designed to make life as seamless, frictionless, and convenient

Let’s be entirely honest about what it feels like to navigate the transition out of high school right now… It can feel like total sensory

Picture this: imagine walking into a high-end car dealership.  You find a sports car that looks absolutely pristine on the showroom floor. The paint is