ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Flexible path

A flexible path means having the ability to change your plans and goals when you need to. This could be something like having the option to switch jobs or classes if you are unhappy with them, or taking a day off from work when you need to rest. The idea is that if something isn't working out for you, you don't need to keep following the same plan and can instead switch to something new.