Graduation day. It’s more than likely that your emotions are going to be all over the place, and if that’s not enough, everybody else’s emotions are all up in the air too. One moment you may be laughing with your friends, and the next you’re seeking out some corner to cry into.
Never fear as this is completely normal. It’s a special day after all.
If you’ve not had your graduation yet, here’s a list of some of the emotions which you may experience.
Fear:
The thought of getting up in front of all of those people may send you into a state of terror, and what’s more the thought of falling over in front of all of those people wont exactly help you either.
Pride:
It’s more than likely that you will feel a sense of pride for yourself (for not falling over) and for your incredible achievement. You did it! You graduated!
Loss:
As this is a celebration and a time for happiness you may be thinking of those who couldn’t be with you, but those who you long to be with.
Love and gratitude:
Although thinking about those you miss, you will more than likely feel a huge amount of love and appreciation for those who have supported and guided you along your journey.
Excitement:
You’ve just completed a huge mile stone in your life. It’s now time to head off and find your next big adventure. This is usually where the fear begins to creep back in …
