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In this week’s Thanksgiving episode of The Way of Valor, Angie Taylor sits down with Hilary Paulsen, College & Career Readiness Coach at Santiam Christian School. Hilary brings a refreshing, deeply gospel-centered perspective on preparing kids for their futures one that goes far beyond checklists, deadlines, and college applications.
Instead of focusing on “What are you going to do?” Hilary helps parents ask better questions:
Who are you? Why are you here? What burdens you? What excites you?
Because as the data shows, today’s students will have multiple career shifts in their lifetime and their identity must be rooted in something far deeper than a job title.
Together, Angie and Hilary discuss:

• Why the “figure out your forever career at 18” narrative is broken
• How to shift the conversation from what kids will do to who they are becoming
• Why exposure, experimentation, and even failure are essential
• How to reduce pressure and anxiety around junior/senior year
• The impact of AI on future careers — and why faith replaces fear
• Why community, relationships, and networks matter more than ever
• Practical ways parents can walk with their kids from childhood into adulthood with peace, wisdom, and joy

Whether your child is in elementary school or preparing for graduation, this episode will help you breathe a little easier and guide your family with more intention, clarity, and grace.

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