I failed every single IGCSE subject. It feels like the end of the world. Has anyone bounced back from this?
I’m writing this because I’m completely torn apart inside. I didn't pass a single subject. I won't be posting my results slip because it’s just too painful.
For context, English isn’t my first language, but my main struggle has been severe mental health issues. I was bullied heavily for my appearance starting in 1st grade. By 5th grade, the bullying triggered a massive depressive episode that I never really got out of. For the last few years, including my two years of IGCSE prep, I had absolutely zero energy. My brain would literally block me from doing anything. I missed classes, couldn't focus, and was trapped in a vicious cycle of guilt and exhaustion. Now, the guilt is eating me alive. My parents paid for my tuition. My dad, knowing about my health issues, didn’t yell, but I can see how deeply disappointed he is :( He paid for my first year of A-levels but made it clear: if I fail again, he won't pay anymore. I know this is completely fair. Seeing everyone on here posting their amazing grades is incredibly hard right now.
I know people always say "it's not the end of the world" or "you can just retake." But as someone who hasn't been able to function for two years and just failed everything, it truly feels like my life is over and I've ruined everything. I really need to know, is there anyone here who failed all or most of their GCSES/IGCSES, but still ended up okay? How did u survive this feeling, and what did u do next? I just need a little bit of hope. thanks yall :)