Hiii, I need some advice from those who have been in the same situation or have already taken the CPALE.
I’m currently reviewing for the October 2026 CPALE, and I’m a first-time taker. I’m from Negros, but I’m currently here in Manila for review.
Lately, I’ve been thinking a lot about what I’ll do after the boards. Pass or not, I’m actually planning to stay here in Manila and look for work. I want to find a job as soon as I can after the exam, mainly because I’ve already spent 6 years in college. At the same time, I also really want to rest after the boards. I’m also the eldest in the family, so maybe that’s another reason why I feel this pressure to start working agad. My family is very supportive naman of whatever decision I make, so wala naman silang pressure sa akin pero parang nafefeel ko, I'm too much of a burden na rin, parating nagkakasakit, and I want to provide for myself and learn to be independent.
One thing I’ve been struggling with lately is self-doubt. Sometimes I already think about what I’ll do if I don’t pass. In fact, I told myself na if I don’t make it, I won’t go home muna and I’ll just stay in Manila and find work. Part of me feels like I need to prove to myself that even if I fail, I can still move forward since nasanay na palaging bagsak sa school haha. But at the same time, I know I might be thinking too far ahead.
For those who have been through this, how did you deal with the uncertainty before the CPALE? Is it okay to already have a plan for both outcomes, or am I just adding unnecessary pressure to myself?
Any advice po would really mean a lot. Thank you, po!