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GCSE results tomorrow(UK)

I'm getting My results tomorrow....

I dont wanna anyone to dress up their support and tell Me I will pass because I wont....This only adds to the intense sadness and general hopelessness I feel right now.


It's like I'm ending My life at 16 frankly as soon as I do bad I know it's all gonna go crashing down.

I worked I really did try, I don't know what to do...I'm supposed to go to collage but fear I won't get in after tomorrow


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08-21-2008 05:18 AM
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Hey, don't worry about it, randy. School isn't everything. I know that's cliche, but it's true. If you think your life is fucked, it's probably not. I'm not saying "don't worry about it" or that you have no problems, because I don't know you, but you can probably come out all right in the end. If you're 16, you could try to get your GED, depending on where you live.
08-21-2008 05:20 AM
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Thunder is completely right- school isn't everything.

I don't know what exactly the GCSE is, but I can tell you that it isn't the most meaningful thing in your life right now. Your friendships and talents and life dreams are more valuable than one stupid test. Don't treat this test as though it's the most important thing in your life, because it shouldn't be.

If you fail, it will not be the end of your life. I used to feel that way about semester exam grades...and I gave up several friendships and hobbies to get those grades. Looking back, I see it wasn't worth it. Don't let something as superficial as a test score cause you to ignore the more meaningful aspects of life. Even if you fail it, you are no less important than had you passed it- either way, you're still an intelligent, talented guy. Like Thunder said, you can probably get a GED. There are always alternatives. (To quote James T. Kirk: "I don't believe in the no-win scenario.")

You say you're "supposed to" go to college...well, truth is, I think most of us are "supposed to" go to college. Not everyone does, though. Remember, not attending college doesn't make you an automatic failure. I'm expected to attend college, too, but I might not go. There are a few college dropouts here, I think.

Bottom line: you're not hopeless or worthless even if you fail. Feel better Hug ...I wish you luck Crossfingers Crossfingers Crossfingers
08-21-2008 06:02 AM
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There is no GED in the UK... but that doesn't mean there isn't something similar, just with a different name. I don't know though.

I'm guessing the main reason you feel sick is 'cause of what other people will think of you after they see your results, right? Anyone who thinks less of you for failing an exam isn't worth worrying about, ... unless they're your parents and will give you some ridiculous punishment... but I hope that won't happen in your case. Razz

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I've browsed UK job sites and there are shitloads of jobs out there that seem interesting which also don't require college.
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Thanks guys...You all help me feel much better of course I'm worried but I am not teetering on the edge....I will get through it XD


Thanks for years of support I learnt more here than school Uhoh
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youvebeenthunderstruck Wrote:Hey, don't worry about it, randy. School isn't everything. I know that's cliche, but it's true. If you think your life is fucked, it's probably not. I'm not saying "don't worry about it" or that you have no problems, because I don't know you, but you can probably come out all right in the end. If you're 16, you could try to get your GED, depending on where you live.

Quote:GCSE results tomorrow(UK)


Quote:Location: Swansea,Wales


You'd think two clues would be enough that he doesn't live in the U.S, I guess it wasn't for you?
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I guess it wasn't. I'm SO SORRY if I've mortally offended you for not noticing that CRUCIAL detail.
08-21-2008 12:15 PM
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Guys!

Life Rocks now!

I got 4 C's which is enough for Me to continue life!


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Yay! Hug
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Congrats!
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See, you really did pass...don't underestimate yourself! Good for you!
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