The College Transition: 6 Tips to Navigate it Well

As my daughters grow up, my writing grows up too.

Whatever stage of life they’re in becomes my new passion, and with two daughters in college (and another one close to college), I’ve developed a big heart for this age.

Last spring I did a podcast with Mary Frances Robertson about the college transition. It’s one of my most downloaded episodes (listen here), and below are the 6 tips we offered to help recent high school graduates thrive, plus extra thoughts from me.

1. Have a plan and define your goals.

Before you enter a new situation, decide in advance what you will and won’t do. This applies to college, jobs, and any new circumstances.