You are on tenterhooks about your forthcoming board exam results.

However, worrying is not the solution. There are concrete steps you can take during the waiting period towards planning ahead.

Career counsellors Prachi and Srividya from YoungBuzz offered some hard-knock advice to Get Ahead readers who have just completed Class X/ XII during a chat on May 12: "Start collecting information about different career options, get to know about various colleges, visit a career counsellor for guidance and take an aptitude, which will help you know your own potential. Also, do something fun to unwind like watch a movie, go for a walk or exercise." 

For those of you who missed the chat, here is the transcript:

Part II: Parents upset by your exam result?

 Prachi says, Hi everyone, Prachi from YoungBuzz here to help you out.

Srividya says, Hi everyone. Good morning!

Ranjeet asked, im worried about my results cause my academic performance is not good

Prachi answers, Hi Ranjeet, don't dwell on the past. Think about the future. You can still work out and do your best in future exams.

swahon asked, i hav started my CAT coaching n on d 1st day..wen i saw diferent patern of studyin..i got confused n now i m really worried bout dat..i m feelin vry nervous..wat should i do..??

Srividya answers, Make a timetable for the entire week wherein you cover the entire portion. You can pick up a book by the publisher Bookhives to practise.  

brindha asked, i am worried too.
 
Prachi answers, Hi Brindha, relax. Find out what is bothering you. Seek help, vent out your worries to someone more senior to you. Good luck!

sdevinder asked, suggestion some measures to control stress

Prachi answers, Hi there, meditation is one method. Practise your hobbies. Listen to music. Read.

mansi asked, I expect 75+% in ISC. Which field is best as on date to your view. I like maths and biology.

Srividya answers, You can opt for a career like biotechnology: either a BTech in biotech or Bsc in biotech.

seemanti asked, i am a bit stressed out about my result! in my pre boards i got 72% marks, i study in the stream of arts. what is the possibility of mine to score in the isc? my papers were good!

Srividya answers, Feel confident. If you have put in efforts definitely, you get a positive result. You can major in papers like psychology, economics, English literature, etc.

Mainak asked, How can i release the stress

Prachi answers, Hi Mainak, try and be calm and divert your mind to something that interests and relaxes you. Doing light exercises may also help. Hit the gym or go for a brisk walk. Basically, relax.

swahon asked, My english is not so gud..so could u tell me some names of nice novels, which will help me improvin my english..??

Srividya answers, Read newspapers, watch English news and some programmes. Take a subscription of Reader's Digest. More importantly, converse in English.

YoungBuzz asked, Really.. can i get 80% marks?

Prachi answers, Hi, if you have put in your best, then certainly you can. Don't worry.

VKK asked, PRACHI PLEASE REPLY MY AUESTION

Prachi answers, Hi, what is your question?

q asked, Deep breathing and walking releases stress

Prachi answers, Yes, it does because breathing helps you calm down and any form of physical exercise will help you use energy in a positive way.

karan asked, i gave my 3 exams good english hindi and commerce but afraid of rest 3

Prachi answers, Hey Karan, don't worry. There's no point in thinking about the past. Concentrate on short-listing career options post your results. Even if you don't do well in these three exams, you still have other options. Don't be disheartened.

seemanti asked, i got 72% in my pre boards. my isc papers were good. how much percentage is possible for me to gain in the isc? should i expect more or less? are the checking patterns linear?

Srividya answers, That depends on how well you did in your exams. If you need any career-related help, you can meet a career counsellor.

john asked, will i passed this exam or not

Prachi answers, Hi John, I know you are very anxious about your results. Just working yourself up about your results is not going to help. Concentrate on the future, do research on the career options available to you.

seemanti asked, i want to take up journalism in my degree course and i also aspire to become an editor of a reputed newspaper for that what preparations i have to take?

Srividya answers, You can pursue a Bachelor's degree in mass media with specialisation in journalism. Look at colleges like St Xavier's, Sophia, Jai Hind, etc, if you are in Mumbai.

abdul asked, m expecting a distinction but then m worried what do i do??

Srividya answers, Which field are you interested in?

swahon asked, i hav started my CAT coaching n on d 1st day..wen i saw diferent patern of studyin..i got confused n now i m really worried bout dat..i m feelin vry nervous..wat should i do..??

Prachi answers, CAT is a competitive exam and the first rule is to be calm and focus on your coaching. Get your doubts clarified by your instructors. Also, you must work hard. Only coaching will not help.

swahon asked, I hav been told to read nice novels...but which novel i should read..plz name some authors???

Srividya answers, Go to a bookshop and pick up whichever ones interest you.

d asked, any news on general trend of icse result?

Prachi answers, The results will be out today at 3 pm. We have to wait and watch.

swahon asked, My english is not so gud..so could u tell me some names of nice novels, which will help me improvin my english..??

Prachi answers, It is important to converse in English. Also, read the newspapers, watch the news in English and make good use of the dictionary.

chaitali asked, well i am gonna 2 give ICSEexamination this year. yet could u pls give me some tips on how to prepare 4 the exam hopping totop the column?

Srividya answers, Make a study timetable. Practise previous year's question papers. Very important -- keep revising periodically.

seemanti asked, hey buddies of youngbuzz all the best to everyone of you. i will for sure pray for everyone and hope that everyone comes out with flying colours. yhanks srividya and prachi for raising our spirit. it was really nice to hear from you guys.

Srividya answers, You are very welcome. All the best to you.

seemanti asked, prachi please relieve my stress! I already typed in two questions!

Prachi answers, Hi Seemanti, I know how tense you must be because of the results. But getting all stressed is not going to help you. Be positive and plan for the future. If need be, talk to a career counsellor who will help you know your career options.

apple asked, I feel suicidal

Prachi answers, Hi there, there is absolutely no need to take any extreme steps. You have your whole life ahead of you. Besides, failure is the stepping stone to success. So, no matter what your results are, you must not be negative. Instead, try and understand your strengths and weaknesses better.

VINODJI asked, Hi, Chartered accountancy I M DOING.EVERY SIX MOTNHS ICAI CINDUCTS THE EXAMS.AFTER EXAMS SHOULD I START STUDIES FOR NEX GROUP AS AFTER DECLARATION OF RESULTS ONE GETS ONLY 3 MONTHS TO PREPARE. WHAT HAPPENS IF ONE GETS FAILED.

Srividya answers, Can you be more clear and specific?

prankur asked, when our result will come x board

Prachi answers, Probably in the second week of June. All the best.

som asked, hai

Prachi answers, Hi, what is your question?

vandana asked, is cet compulsory to become engineer besides merit in 12th acheivement

Srividya answers, Yes it is compulsory

manjit asked, what if i fail in ISC!!!!!!!!

Prachi answers, Hi Manjit, do not think negatively. If you have worked hard, you will surely get the results you desire. And even if you fail, there's always a second chance. You can always take a test again and work harder this time.

vandana asked, i am waiting your reply

Srividya answers, We did reply.  

ajay asked, when came cbse results.

Prachi answers, Hi Ajay, it has not yet been declared.

som asked, Dear Sir What is the use of exams when , no jobs are availavble after having cleared them .That is Indias population is growing at such a pace but jobs are not made available at the same or greater pace then it only means that studenta are being taken for a royal ride. Even people ho are pro or anti quota systems should first be aware whether the end result will be sensible,ie are jobs available in the mkt for which they are fighting now. Morevover .....?

Srividya answers, Academics is not only leading you to a job but also helps you grow as a person. This makes you independent and achieve goals in your life.

ajay asked, can any one please tell me are the results already out ??

Srividya answers, Which results?

ash asked, i am a very tensed about my result! dont know what to do

Prachi answers, Hi Ash, just RELAX. This is the most trying time for all students. However, worrying is not going to change your results. During your wait, start collecting information about different career options, get to know about various colleges, visit a career counsellor for guidance and take an aptitude, which will help you know your own potential. Also, do something fun to unwind like watch a movie, go for a walk or exercise. Good luck!

Talktome asked, can any one please tell me are the results already out ??

Prachi answers, Hi, depends on which board ICSC results are today.

Atin asked, Good Morning..... I wanted to ask you how to deal with the situation when the marks don't come as expected. Parents start saying things which sometimes are so discouraging!

Srividya answers, Good morning Atin. Speak to your parents that you have put in your best efforts and it is ultimately how the correction is done which will help you get the marks.

princeparas asked, I complete BBA last year. Preparing for CAT. I want to join good Ad agency as Client Serving Executive. What is best for me ? MBA or Advertising & COmmunication programme?

Srividya answers, You can do a PG diploma in communication management from institutes like the Mudra Institute of Communications, Ahmedabad and Symbiosis, Pune.  

Talktome asked, can any one PLEASE TELL ME WHEN ICSE RESULTS WILL BE OUT

Srividya answers, Today.  

sundeep asked, hi there, basic questiion : should i choose commerce stream or science. in the long run, which one pays better ?

Srividya answers, Both the fields are equally good. If you want to know which is the right one go for an aptitude test.

hello asked, please suggest some stress busters , that we can use at the time of intense stress like failing in exam ?

Prachi answers, If you fail, you must try and figure out what went wrong. Is it because you did not study hard enough, are you weak in a particular subject, were you careless while answering the paper, did you get nervous etc, etc, etc. Once you figure out the reasons, work through them. You could visit a career counsellor or take an aptitude test. Also, start preparing for a second attempt. Good luck!

aero asked, i want to do aeronautical engineering here but everyone says i wont get a job! what do i do which uni should i join???? please help.

Srividya answers, Aeronautical engineering has scope abroad. In india you can pursue it from IIT.

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