Schoolies is often promoted as the best week of your life but for some, this may not always be the case. It's completely normal for you to feel emotional highs and lows.
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When talking to past schoolies, they always mention ‘spending time with their friends’ as their favourite thing about Schoolies. A way to value your friendships is to make sure you’re communicating with each other in the lead up to, and during Schoolies.
Make sure you’ve chatted about each other’s expectations, agree on some ground rules before you arrive and make sure you cover off your plans for the week.
You’ve been looking forward to Schoolies all year and you’re sure it’s going to be the best week of your life. Sometimes though, when you’ve been looking forward to something for a long time, expectations can be too high and you may end up disappointed.
Finishing school is a big deal and it is immediately followed by the excitement of Schoolies. We've all heard about friends who have had a bust-up at Schoolies. Make sure you stay friends by following these easy tips:
Try to resolve conflict by talking it over when you're both calm and able to focus on the problem (oh, and sober):
No matter what happens, make sure you and your friends are safe at all times. Even if you're arguing, you'll be safer together than going off on your own.
A couple of little tips to have in your back pocket if your friends are pressuring you to do something you don’t want to do during Schoolies:
And remember, always stay true to yourself. Stick to your choices and what's right for you.
For some of you, Schoolies may be the first time you‘ve been away from home. It’s also often a time of significant change and uncertainty. All of these feelings, combined with exhaustion after partying for a few days, may have you longing for your own bed and a familiar face. Know that it is okay to feel this way but more importantly, know that it’s also okay to go home early.
Tips to cope with homesickness:
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