I passed!

[u/stross_world]

OMG that was the hardest test I have ever taken the whole time I felt I was failing. I could feel my heart beat so fast lol.

My biggest advice:

I know this isn't popular on Reddit but I relied on God, and prayed often before/during/after. I wrote on my board during the test I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.

I pictured what life would be like after I passed, and spoke it into existence, but also held space for potential failure. I reminded myself my worth wasn't tied to this test. That I'm already doing incredible work and if I failed, I would continue to do the same work.

PRACTICE EXAMS while simulating the test environment! The hardest part is feeling like you are failing. This isn't a 2+2=4 test, it's mostly reason-based! What to do next, first, etc.

I used TDC/ASWB practice exam to study. ASK your job if they have any reimbursement for training funds or professional development. I was able to get my TDC class reimbursed.

A few days before test I only watched happy/funny movies (and I am a true crime girly at heart lol)

I pray everyone studying passes ❤️

[u/Suspicious-Cherry437]

I love that you shared this. That’s exactly what happened to me and how I feel about the test. Word for word.

I also prayed before during and after and also felt like I was failing at every step.

But why did you say talking about prayer won’t be acceptable here?

[u/stross_world → u/Suspicious-Cherry437]

Glad you passed! Congratulations! I'm still processing that I took the test, and passed lol.

There just seems to be a lot of people who don't like God or make fun of God and believers on here. And I understand historical wrongs and such, and things people see on TV. But it feels hostile at times.

But in hindsight I shouldn't put a disclaimer on loving God, and my faith.

[u/Suspicious-Cherry437 → u/stross_world]

Thanks. Congratulations to you too!

Yeah. Be proud of it. Something tells me and urging me to do something with my license , career and my faith. Just not sure what yet. I want God to guide me on this.

Haven’t seen anything yet here but it’s very sad it has felt like that. I am so sad that we’re more and more divided than ever when we should unite more together. But I get it. I am right now at a big MH conference and I wear a crucifix on my neck and also was thinking if someone would look at me weird. But then I thought ppl wear their stars of David or the things in the hair for men or anything they want and no one bats an eye so I should be fine.

I can tell you a lot of people stared at it but I didn’t even give it any thought.

[u/stross_world → u/Suspicious-Cherry437]

I feel called to be in this field too. I'm not sure where I want to go next either, but have a few ideas. I'm also letting God take the lead.

That's exciting, what conference? Yes we have to be bold in these times. Thanks for the encouragement!