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How do I realistically deal with results day anxiety?
I have an offer from Oxford and I'm terrified of not getting the grades i need, and I'm struggling to not get overwhelming with panic

Reply 1

KA_P

Volunteer Section Leader, Clearing and Applications Advisor

Original post

by Anonymous

How do I realistically deal with results day anxiety?
I have an offer from Oxford and I'm terrified of not getting the grades i need, and I'm struggling to not get overwhelming with panic

Remind yourself that you've given it your absolute best shot. Have a plan A, B and C in place to reassure yourself. We're all rooting for you, let us know how everything goes on the day. We're here to help! :jumphug:

Believe in yourself! You've got this :yep:

Reply 2

hallamstudents

Official Rep

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by Anonymous

How do I realistically deal with results day anxiety?
I have an offer from Oxford and I'm terrified of not getting the grades i need, and I'm struggling to not get overwhelming with panic

Hi there,

I completely understand how you are feeling as I felt this way too before any of my results days.

Firstly I'd like to echo what has been said here already - believe in yourself! You have come so far already and you should be so proud of yourself.

In terms of not panicking, for me the best thing to do was always to have a plan. I know people work in different ways but I always found this really reassuring and you might do too.

I would have a little look through what might be available on clearing and see if there are any courses or universities that you are interested in and would be happy to go to. I know this wouldn't be the idea situation for you but it might help reassure you to know you have a backup plan. Make a list of any you would ring and try and get a place at if you had to do this as you don't want to be worrying about which ones to try and get into if this is the case, you just want to get it sorted out.

Remember that there are other options too - you can take a gap year, try and do a course with a foundation year, do an apprenticeship etc. There are options which always reassured me too to know that this isn't the be all and end all, although I completely understand how it may feel like this to you right now.

Above all, be proud of yourself. You have done so well already and completing all your exams and coursework is an achievement in itself so remember this and look at how far you have come. No matter the result you have achieved so much and you should celebrate this. Whatever is meant to be will come and you will find the right path for you no matter what happens.

I hope some of this helps and I'm wishing you all the best for Thursday,

Lucy -SHU student ambassador.

Reply 3

UoL Students

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Original post

by Anonymous

How do I realistically deal with results day anxiety?
I have an offer from Oxford and I'm terrified of not getting the grades i need, and I'm struggling to not get overwhelming with panic

Hello,

It is perfectly understandable and normal that you are currently feeling anxious during the lead-up to results day. Some of the best things you can do to deal with your anxiety are to distract yourself, for instance, you could enjoy the current glorious sunshine, go out with friends, do things you enjoy, go on a walk, meditate, engage with your hobbies, try a new hobby or even spend some time with family.

Remember, if you don't get the grades you need and you do find yourself in clearing, this is not a negative reflection on you. Some of the best students get to university through clearing, and it can actually turn out that the clearing university was much better suited for many students. Between now and results day I would suggest that you take some time to look at clearing courses you would be interested in in case you do find yourself in clearing, and take note of the contact details for these universities. This is not because you will end up in clearing or anything, but if you prepare for the worst-case scenario, if it does materialise, at least you have the foundations of a backup plan ready, meaning you can enter the clearing process slightly more prepared. This will put you to a massive advantage over those who are not putting in place a backup plan.

I hope this helps and answers your question. If you have any further questions or anything at all please do let me know.

Charlie
Law LLB Student

Reply 4

OxfordBrookesRep

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Original post

by Anonymous

How do I realistically deal with results day anxiety?
I have an offer from Oxford and I'm terrified of not getting the grades i need, and I'm struggling to not get overwhelming with panic

Hi @Anonymous#1,

I’m really sorry to hear you’re feeling this way ahead of results day.

Please remember, you’ve put in the hard work, sat the exams, and now the outcome is out of your hands. It’s really important to give yourself permission to rest and enjoy what’s left of summer.

It’s easier said than done, but try to remind yourself that worrying now won’t change the results, and you might wake up tomorrow to find that all the anxiety was for nothing!

If things don’t go exactly to plan, there will still be options, whether that’s Clearing, taking a gap year, or other routes into your chosen field. Universities want to support you and will be there to talk through next steps if needed.

This evening, it may be worth watching your favourite programme, chatting with a friend, reading a book, or anything that helps take your mind off tomorrow ☺️.

Whatever happens tomorrow, you should be really proud of yourself for all your hard work this year!

Wishing you the very best of luck 🌟🍀.

Best wishes,

Clare
Admissions
Oxford Brookes University

Reply 5

Anonymous #2

To deal with the anxiety, I would write my plans for if I get the grades and if I don't get the grades

Reply 6

Chronoscope

Volunteer Section Leader, Clearing and Applications Advisor

Original post

by Anonymous

How do I realistically deal with results day anxiety?
I have an offer from Oxford and I'm terrified of not getting the grades i need, and I'm struggling to not get overwhelming with panic