How Georgia stayed positive about Year 12 during COVID-19

By ReachOut Content Team
Published 11 September 2023

Being in Year 12 during COVID-19 hasn’t been easy. There have been a lot of disappointments and heaps of uncertainty. Georgia has worked hard to keep a positive mindset, and found that planning out her day, scheduling time for self-care and having a good friend and family base has really helped.

She reminds us that you can only do your best, and to just do what’s productive for you at this time.

Read the transcript.

You don't need to do a million things. Just do what's productive for you, at this time.

Here are a few things Georgia has learned:

  • You can see this situation as an opportunity to reflect and slow down.

  • Planning out your day, scheduling time for self-care and staying in touch with family and friends helps.

  • It’s okay if your expectations of yourself are lower at the moment - it is a tough time.

What can I do now?

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