Many young adults reach a point where they ask themselves, What should I do next? Finding your next step can feel overwhelming, especially when your plans don’t seem as clear as you expected. Whether you’ve just graduated, returned from a mission, started a new job, or simply feel uncertain about the future, you’re not alone.
For Gideon Gray from Oregon, finding his next step led him to an experience that changed the way he looked at his future.
Feeling Stuck Is More Common Than You Think
Many people assume they should have their lives figured out by their early twenties. Social media often makes it seem like everyone else has a perfect career, exciting opportunities, and a clear direction.
The reality is very different.
Feeling stuck is something many young adults experience. Sometimes you know you want something more, but you don’t know where to begin. Other times, you’ve tried different paths only to realize they weren’t the right fit.
The important thing is not to stay stuck.
Growth begins when you decide to explore new opportunities and invest in your personal development.
A Conversation That Changed Everything
Gideon’s journey started in an unexpected place.
“I chose Cumorah Academy because I went to a Young Single Adults conference in Salt Lake City. A young lady from Cumorah came up to me about their business program in Cumorah Academy.”
What began as a simple conversation became an invitation to discover new possibilities.
Coming from Oregon in the United States, Gideon admitted that he had reached a point where he wasn’t sure what his next step should be.
Like many young adults, he knew he wanted to move forward. He simply needed the right environment to help him find direction.
Sometimes all it takes is one conversation, one opportunity, or one decision to completely change your perspective.
Learning How to Make Better Decisions
One of the biggest lessons Gideon gained through Cumorah Academy’s Business & Entrepreneurship program was how to evaluate ideas rather than simply act on assumptions.
Rather than chasing every opportunity, students learn practical methods for identifying real problems, testing solutions, and determining whether an idea has the potential to succeed.
These principles are valuable for much more than starting a business.
Every major decision in life requires careful evaluation. Choosing a career, deciding where to study, accepting a job offer, or setting personal goals all benefit from thoughtful analysis.
Learning how to test ideas, gather feedback, and make informed decisions helps young adults move forward with greater confidence.
Personal Growth Goes Beyond Business
While Gideon came for the business program, the experience offered much more than entrepreneurial knowledge.
Personal growth happens when you step outside your comfort zone.
Living in an international environment, collaborating with people from different cultures, serving others, and developing leadership skills all contribute to becoming a more confident and capable person.
Many students discover talents they never realized they had.
Others gain the confidence to pursue careers they once thought were impossible.
Some even discover a completely new vision for their future.
Growth rarely happens by accident. It happens when you intentionally place yourself in an environment that encourages learning, challenges your thinking, and helps you become your best self.
Why Finding Your Next Step Matters
It’s easy to postpone important decisions because you’re waiting for absolute certainty.
But clarity often comes through action.
Instead of waiting until every detail of your future is perfectly planned, taking one meaningful step can create momentum that leads to many others.
Finding your next step doesn’t require having your entire life planned out. It simply requires the willingness to keep moving forward.
Gideon’s Advice for Young Adults
Looking back on his experience, Gideon offers simple but meaningful advice for anyone feeling uncertain about the future.
“If you’re stuck, looking for the next step in your life, then Cumorah is a great step for you.”
His words resonate because they reflect what many young adults are searching for—not necessarily all the answers, but a place where they can grow, learn, and discover their potential.
Sometimes the next step isn’t finding the perfect career immediately.
Sometimes it’s choosing an experience that prepares you for every opportunity that comes afterward.
Take the Next Step Toward Your Future
If you’re feeling uncertain about your future, remember that you’re not alone. Many students arrive at Cumorah Academy with questions about their careers, education, purpose, or goals. They leave with greater confidence, practical skills, meaningful friendships, and a clearer vision for what comes next.
Your future doesn’t have to be figured out today.
It starts with taking one step.
