#81: How to Manage Graduation Uncertainty and Anxiety

In this episode, I am talking about something that I don’t see talked about enough: the uncertainty and anxiety that naturally comes with graduating from University or College. While it is a natural and normal experience, the fear and trepidation that comes with graduation can have negative impacts on students and it can impede their ability to move forward. This episode covers four actions or tips soon-to-graduate students can use to help make this exciting transition much more enjoyable. 

There are also links to several resources below, so keep scrolling and check them out.

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Here are the four actions you can take to help manage uncertainty:

1. Start Before You Finish
2. Double Down on Connections
3. Access Supports
4. Coping Strategies and a Self-Care Routine

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• Episode 54: The Inside Scoop on Job Boards & Entry-level Recruitment with Steven Rothberg
• Breathing Exercise Instructions
• Episode 6: How To Deal With Rejection In Your Job Search
• Anxiety Canada - lots of resources and information
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Here are helpful links to resources to support your mental health and wellbeing:

• If you are in crisis and need to talk to someone, please call the Canada Suicide Prevention Service at 1-833-456-4566 (24/7) or text 45645 (4 pm to 12 am ET).
• Public Health Canada - lots of links and resources
• Province of BC Mental Health Supports
• Canadian Mental Health Association of BC
• World Health Organization (WHO) Mental Health Supports Page
• Checkpoint.org Provides a list of Resources in many countries If you are feeling generous and want to send some love my way, I would be so very grateful for a review and a rating on Apple Podcasts or a recommendation on LinkedIn. And if you haven't yet, don't forget to subscribe to The HR Mentor so you never miss an episode on the following platforms:

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