When you are (7) ______ one pattern of life, a big change can be difficult. This is often the (8) ______ for unpleasant changes like changing school, but it can also be true for ‘happy’ (9) ______ like getting into university and starting your first job. However, don’t forget, there are ways to manage and cope with change. Accept that change happens and that it can have a positive effect, (10) ______ a negative one. Be (11) ______ with yourself about how you feel in times of change. It’s OK ...

When you are (7) ______ one pattern of life, a big change can be difficult. This is often the (8) ______ for unpleasant changes like changing school, but it can also be true for ‘happy’ (9) ______ like getting into university and starting your first job. However, don’t forget, there are ways to manage and cope with change.

Accept that change happens and that it can have a positive effect, (10) ______ a negative one.

Be (11) ______ with yourself about how you feel in times of change. It’s OK to feel worried!

Get support from friends, tutors or (12) ______ people going through the same experience.

(Adapted from C-21 Smart)