• follow my passion – слідувати своїй мрії / захопленню
• earn a living – заробляти на життя
• financial stability – фінансова стабільність
• take responsibility – брати відповідальність
• make a decision – приймати рішення
• face challenges – стикатися з труднощами
• achieve goals – досягати цілей
• work-life balance – баланс між роботою і життям
• take risks – ризикувати
Task: Choose 3–4 phrases and say how they relate to your future.
1. career path
2. gap year
3. financial stability
4. follow my passion
5. gain experience
6. work-life balance
7. take risks
8. achieve goals
a) a period when you stop studying for a year to travel or work
b) having enough money to live comfortably
c) a series of jobs or positions in your working life
d) to do something you love
e) to get knowledge or skills through practice
f) to succeed in what you planned
g) to try something even if it may be dangerous or uncertain
h) a healthy mix of work and personal life
Complete the sentences:
In the future, I want to follow my passion because… For me, financial stability is important because… I think taking risks is …..
I want to achieve my goals by…
• I will probably study abroad.
• I’m going to apply to university.
• I’m meeting a career advisor next week. This time in 5 years, I’ll be working.
Task: Identify the differences and complete your own examples.
• Where will you live?
• What will you be doing?
• What kind of job will you have?
• What skills will you need?
• What challenges might you face?
Present your ideas in groups. Ask 1–2 questions to your partner.
What did you learn about yourself today? Has your plan changed?
Exit ticket: In 5 years, I will…
Write a short essay:
“My Life in 5 Years” (120–150 words)

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