The complete list of all life-guiding messages for young people – click the titles for further information
In the UK, around 140,000 young people go missing each year. There can be problems at home that make people want to leave or things that people are drawn to.
Create your own personal exam kit: extra pens, scrap paper, water, snacks, a watch to keep track of time, comfortable clothes, and any books or special aids.
Check the time and place of your exam and plan to arrive 10-15 minutes before the start. There might be a last-minute venue change, or your transport might be late.
Going over the same negative feelings again and again can make things worse, because it encourages you to remain in that negative place.
Love what’s right before you instead of hating what’s missing. Don’t overlook the wonders that currently surround you in each day.
Material things don’t matter. What matters is having strength of character, an honest heart, and a sense of self-worth. These are the things that will carry you through life.
You are capable of making choices to change your situation or the way you think about it. What you’re capable of achieving depends entirely on what you choose to do with your time and energy.
80% of 16 year olds who ran away from home say they were experiencing family problems. Sometimes running away may seem the only option, but you can talk to someone.
If you have run away from home, Missing People can send a message home to family on your behalf. Call or text 24/7 on 116 000.
Break exam questions down to make sure you really understand what is being asked, to have a better chance at getting full marks for it. Look for the key parts in the question to get clues on how to answer it.