After knowing the results of the Enem (National High School Exam), It is normal for some students to be frustrated with their scores. According to Julio Peres, psychologist and neuroscientist, this feeling happens when a person puts effort into something important, but the result does not turn out as expected. How to deal with these situations?
HAS CNNPeres says that, if the event was not so good, students should allow themselves to feel the emotion, but without “watering” the suffering.
“Frustration can be seen as a healthy grieving processwhich involves three main steps:
- accept what happened;
- express the feeling spontaneously, without amplifying it;
- move forward, asking yourself: “what can I learn from this?”
These reflections strengthen the ability to adapt and promote resilience”, he explains.
The psychologist states that it is also normal when the student believes that all the effort was in vain, but that “each attempt builds new learning and strengthens important skills.”
In order not to become discouraged, it is important that the Set small daily goals and celebrate each achievementas it “activates the dopaminergic system, which is linked to the sensation of reward and motivation.”
Furthermore, seek emotional support with friends, family and specialized professionals can help you regain your spirits and stay focused on your goals.
