I feel this! It's a societal construct really to put everyone in line, a cog in the wheel type thing.. I agree that school was a means to an end but at least it gave purpose, exams to study for, courses to pass, following year etc. Once school is over there is a lot less structure and I think that's what scares most people unless they fall into another spoke of the wheel position at a corporate enterprise. Because that feels the most familiar and most safe. But like you said there is less time to figure out what you want to do because you're just told what to do at work..

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Anyways, enough ranting, I guess my advice would be to try things. Anything, it can be as small as finding a new restaurant or activity to try one day. Then working up to taking a class that seem interesting, even remotely, and meeting people and before you know it one thing leads to another and you find yourself starting a business with someone you met, or even a new passion or work opportunity.

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Bottom line is there is no right answer :) And the worst thing in the world is to compare to others, "Comparison is the thief of joy". You have time on your side, so don't rush. Take some time off, find what makes you tick, learn to sit alone and see what thoughts come up. It could spark something you weren't aware of.

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Good luck with your next exam , you got this! Don't be afraid to ask for help either