The release of results. Does one’s fate really hinge on it? Regrets of not studying harder or not playing more?

Rationally, regrets and anxiety are useless emotions for the outcome will not be changed by it. Condition one to expect nothing? A blank slate for whatever may fall…

And now for the perplexing question. I'm at a loss... To show concern, does one wish the other who is receiving results luck, does one enquire about the results?

In a logical sense luck cant help for results release though it may help if the blessing is given prior to the exam. Now the strange feel good factor for doing so. Does the factor exist, does it make a difference, and do friends expect or hope for it?

I never asked people for results, unless maybe they asked me first. I fear, or I know that I will be at a loss how to console if they’ve done badly, it is as if I’ve reopened their wound. Better not broach... And in one’s style to hide and lick one wounds, not letting others worry.

Maybe in due time, one wouldn’t mind talking about it freely when the emotions subside.

On the other hand if it is good, words of congratulations, though have always felt that the words are hollow for some strange reasons.

Ways to bypass the awkwardness in one’s playful youth: A light hearted bet on who perform worst. Hey, if you done well, good; if you done badly, you’ve won yourself a treat from a friend, consolation of sorts. Cheers, and a light hearted opportunity to dissolve the tense situation?

Ay, and really does it matter, or shall one act like it doesn’t matter? It is a rare gathering of classmates, let’s go have fun together? Ay, in the innocent years, receiving of results simply signifies the start of holidays and the end of the exams.

Whatever it is, a new chapter has begun... The story continues...

No matter what happens, smile on... ?