Noticing that dreams and goals can look very different from person to person.
Exploring how interests, strengths, and values can shape what someone hopes to do as a job.
Thinking about the many ways people share their ideas, including speaking, humour, and personal storytelling.
Considering how seeing people like yourself in different roles can support confidence and a sense of belonging.
Reflecting on what it means to picture a future that feels right for who you are.
A group of young people on The Assembly take turns sharing their dream jobs and future goals. Speakers describe careers they hope to have, including filmmaking, acting, sports reporting, television hosting, voice work, and journalism. Each person connects their dream to something they love, such as storytelling, performance, animals, or interviewing others. Some speakers talk about how their identity and way of communicating shapes what they want to do in the future. The video ends as a celebration of imagination and the many different ways people picture a meaningful future.
• What did you notice about the different ways people shared their dreams?
• Was there a dream or goal that stood out to you?
• What is something you hope to do or try in the future?
• What is something you are good at or enjoy that connects to that hope?
• How do you like to share your ideas or tell people about yourself?
• What helps you feel confident when talking about your goals?
• How could someone show that they value what another person has to say?
• What might it feel like to see someone like yourself doing a job you admire?
The questions within this guide are designed to open dialogue and facilitate discussion around the relevant topics. It is up to the user to adapt as needed to best suit the person they are supporting. A neuroaffirming approach was central to the design of these resources and remains essential to their application. This means recognising and respecting the diverse ways people think, communicate, and experience the world, ensuring all conversations are led with curiosity, respect, and without judgement. These resources are a starting point. Trust your knowledge of the person you are supporting to shape the conversation from there.
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