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COVID-19 And Boards – The Positive Mindset

Coronavirus outbreak has disrupted the world. Trade, businesses, exams, boards, etc., nothing has escaped the effects of the virus. ICSE board has canceled the board exams that were to be held between March 19 and March 30. Other boards whose exams were completed before the lockdown, there’s no news as to when the GSEB SSC result 2020 will be declared.

Students should not worry unnecessarily get worried. Boards and their results have been delayed but will be held when the conditions are appropriate. Those who had their boards this year should utilize their time in a meaningful manner and give time to their hobbies and developing their skillset. Doing online courses in your field of interest will not only make you more skilled but will also make it easier to pass time in this lockdown, reducing the boredom in the process. No one knows when the results of the likes of JAC 10th result 2020 will be declared so let’s jump in and see what all you can do in this lockdown:

  • Exercising: The board season can be hectic and not getting enough workout can not only have detrimental effects on general health but also negatively affect brain function. Doing home workouts like Yoga and Bodyweight workouts will not only rid you of boredom, it might also make you the hot-bod this summer.
  • Online courses:This lockdown is a perfect time for students to start learning new courses like programming, designing etc, utilizing the plethora of courses available online.
  • Developing your Hobby:If you have always wanted to learn guitar or perfect your sketching/painting, working on them can be a good way to pass time during this lockdown.
  • Studying:As corny it may sound; exams are going to happen after the lockdown. Therefore, the importance of keeping yourself ready for the boards should not be neglected.
  • Quality family time:The tension of getting good grades inJAC 10th result 2020 many a times reduces the time we get to bond with our families. Utilizing this time to spend time with them is always a great idea.

This is not an exhaustive list of activities you can do at home. Finding a way to utilize the time is of utmost importance as it has two important implications, one is you get rid of the boredom without T.V & gaming, and the other is you are more skilled and healthier than you were before.

It is important to stay indoors to protect yourself from catching the virus. The government has mandated a lockdown to stop the spread of the Novel Coronavirus. Hence, staying at home is the best service you can do for the country right now. Skilling up while waiting for the results and/or remaining board exams is the best way to spend time while the lockdown is in place.

A major dilemma faced by students after clearing their high school is choosing the right branch. Believe me, its harder than it appears. Finding your interest areas is extremely important to make the right choice. This is the right time to read blogs posts and articles online and chat with your friends and seniors, to clear your mind of doubts that might arise before deciding you stream.

For 12th students, this is the best time to prepare for your competitive exams that have been shifted due to lockdown. This lockdown can be a boon in disguise for you if your preparations haven’t been up to the mark. Even for those who have prepared, reinforcing your learnings can be a good idea. The dilemma of choosing what to do after 12th is even greater than choosing the right stream after 10th. Hence, reflecting on it and researching the right field for you can be done in the free time this lockdown endows you with.

The world is battling COVID-19. The time you have got amidst the lockdown shouldn’t be wasted and used mindfully. It doesn’t matter that you are waiting for GSEB SSC result 2020, or you have some exams remaining, staying indoors and spending time on ‘hobbies’ and ‘upskilling’ seem to be the best way to vent boredom and be productive. Who knows, you might find a new passion to follow and this time of dismay might actually prove fruitful for you.