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The purpose gap no one talks about: Why even toppers feel lost after college

Many toppers leave college with applause, yet feel strangely empty. When marks and medals disappear, so does the identity built around them. This purpose gap isnt about intelligence but emotional transitions, lost self-understanding, and pressure. The way forward lies in healing wounds, building discipline, shifting from proving to improving, and discovering meaning beyond grades.

18 Feb 2026 11:44 am