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It’s okay to feel (sign language version)

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Te Mana Whakahaere

Autonomy

Toiora

Healthy Lifestyles

What does this mean?

These icons represent the whetū (stars) of Te Pae Māhutonga (the guiding wellbeing system of Te Pūkenga) most relevant to this page. On almost every page of Te Pae Ora you can look to the top of the page and find the whetū of Te Pae Māhutonga, our source of wellbeing, shining bright. Click the whetū to find out more about each one.

Do you ever feel like you’re on an emotional rollercoaster?

If so, these learners are here to confirm that the feeling is mutual! Whatever you’re experiencing right now, it can help to know that you’re not alone – and that it’s okay to put the books down and take a breather when you need one.

Matt: The first time I studied, the biggest emotion I felt was expectations.

Melissa: One of the biggest emotions would be anxiety.

Tereeza: Frustration – you often get tired.

Connor: I'm gonna say stress

Bella: A sense of being overwhelmed, being scared – are you good enough?

Joe: Easily discouraged.

Carmina: Panic in general!

Connor: But also excitement, knowing that we're growing, getting closer to the career that we're here to study for it.

Meg: You'll experience the highs of successes, connecting with others, the new experience, Teresa: A sense of happiness and pleasure when you submit your assignments and when they come back and you passed.

Victoria: If it's starting to get a bit much for you, then put the books down, step away from the mahi and just go out and do something just for you.

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