3 things Christian parents can do to help with the pressure of results day

Results day can be a nerve wracking experience, Nate Jones helps Christian parents think about how they can best react before, during and after the event

As parents, few things can leave us feeling more helpless than seeing our children face moments of stress and uncertainty, especially when it comes to something as important as exam results.

Years of study have led to this moment and the news will be filled with stories of high achievers, questions about exams being easier, or harder. Amidst, all this we, long for their success, their joy, and a future full of potential and promise. But more than that, we want them to know they are deeply loved and valued-regardless of their exam results, without diminishing the real feelings, thoughts and emotions they will experience as the results come in.

Here are three ways you can support your son or daughter during exam results season, followed by some practical tips if things don’t go as expected.

1. Talk about results day and the ‘what next’ in advance

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