REJECTED FOR MASTERS, NOW WHAT? Life after university as a South African unemployed graduate

Psychology masters selection week part 2 - I discuss my plans for life after university as a South African unemployed graduate. The odds are stacked against South African youth given the grim unemployment statistics but you have to hustle and make the best of a shitty situation.
It's okay to be rejected.
It's okay to be scared.
It's okay if you don't know what's next.
It's okay to feel down sometimes.
I know how difficult and anxiety-provoking it can be to think about employment and financial stress but just remember that your worth is not defined by that. If you are reading this, I hope that peace comes your way, along with many blessings too.
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[@LaurenUnalomeWellnessCo]

If you have any questions please don't hesitate to ask me! ☺ I know I also mentioned this in my description box but I’m going to say it again if anyone needs to see this: It's okay to be rejected. It's okay to be scared. It's okay if you don't know what's next. It's okay to feel down sometimes. ❤️❤️❤️

[@Sk8ergirl1708]

Hey! What sort of volunteer work or experience have you done? I know they dont just look at academic results so i wanted to know what you think would help me as a girl whose passion it is to be a psychologist.

[@Sk8ergirl1708]

Also how late do you normally work at night to get the grades that you do? Im constantly doubting myself that im not working late enough at night even though i work the whole day

[@LaurenUnalomeWellnessCo]

Gemma Kent-Brown I honestly don’t think it makes a difference, some people concentrate better during the day - others at night 🤷🏽‍♀️ I’ve gone through phases of being a morning person and being a night owl but it’s really about preference. What’s important is how your going to maximize each day, according to what your priorities are ✨ Some days I’ve done absolutely nothing, some days I’ve worked from am-pm but most days I just focused on reading, note-taking & revising 🤷🏽‍♀️

[@LaurenUnalomeWellnessCo]

Gemma Kent-Brown as I mentioned in a previous comment that you left, Cognition & Co have a list of organizations for you to volunteer at 🤗❤️

[@queenmother9631]

Do they only take the marks of the second semester for the average of the degree or for the whole year?

[@HeyHle]

Well done for making it this far Lauren. You will make an amazing Counselling Psychologist, keep on applying xx

[@LaurenUnalomeWellnessCo]

Thank you so much Hlengi 👼🏼❤️ I really appreciate it! 🙏✨

[@tinamoloi7363]

I’m actually having a burnout myself.. I have been sleeping like crazy this past week and this is the first time I have been like this since first semester.. I’m totally demotivated to a point where I feel schoolwork is a chore now.. i feel like a gap year working and volunteering will also do me so great good.. Congratulations on your achievements Babe.. 🍾🎉🎊 You worked really hard for the past 4 years and I’m sure this rejection is preparing you for something bigger.. Just remember to keep on trying ❤️

[@LaurenUnalomeWellnessCo]

Tina Moloi Girl you are speaking my language right now! 😩❤️ It really has been such a tough year, I feel your pain 🥺 I hope that you get all the rest you need and that you get many opportunities to work and volunteer! ✨✨ Thank you so so much hun, and congratulations to you as well 🥰

[@chulumancongemntu8838]

This is giving me so much anxiety and I'm only in my 3rd year😓

[@LaurenUnalomeWellnessCo]

chulumanco ngemntu it’s completely normal to feel anxious ❤️ Unfortunately our career paths as psychology students are longer and have more twists and turns because of space constraints but as long as you do your best I believe it’ll sort itself out 🙏 Lean on your classmates - it’s an good form of support because you’re all experiencing the same thing and if you need to talk I’m always here too ✨

[@iammervy]

So sorry for your rejection, more opportunities are coming your way... I am doing my third year this year in Psychology and I'm really anxious, thanks for giving us a heads up on what's it's like after your undergraduate degree...it shows that I have to push really hard this year cause the past two years I've been really chilled💕🙁

[@LaurenUnalomeWellnessCo]

Thank you Amanda ☺️ Oooohhh I remember my anxiety in 3rd year was also through the roof 😵 As long as you stay organized, study well and remember to take breaks you’ll be good 💕 Good luck ✨✨✨

[@koketsonkanyane3211]

I recently discovered your channel and I’ve been binge-watching your content since last night. Your journey is inspiring 💕💕💕

[@nomfundoamanda8568]

This is so informative. Thank you so much

[@LaurenUnalomeWellnessCo]

You’re welcome, thank you for watching Nomfundo! 👼🏼✨

[@mandygoodman-rosenberg3703]

Keep the videos coming! ❤

[@LaurenUnalomeWellnessCo]

❤️❤️❤️

[@princesskhanye701]

Loving the consistency❤️❤️

[@LaurenUnalomeWellnessCo]

Thank you for noticing! ☺️❤️

[@ponasebola9838]

Thank you for sharing this video hey. ❤

[@LaurenUnalomeWellnessCo]

You are most welcome, thank you for watching 🤗

[@zagrahsydow930]

Something even better is coming.

[@LaurenUnalomeWellnessCo]

Thank you, I believe so too 🤗❤️

[@Nomfundo222]

Sending you lots of love! ♥️ so proud of your journey. You have done well. Wishing you all the best. 🌸

[@LaurenUnalomeWellnessCo]

You’re so sweet! 🥺 Thank you my angel 👼🏼❤️ All the best to you too 🤗🌸

[@eyethumfazwe]

First time on your channel. I enjoyed the video, thanks for motivating the viewers, your positive attitude and determination will get you far.

[@LaurenUnalomeWellnessCo]

That makes me so happy to hear 🥺 Thank you for your kind words 🤍

[@zothamhlongo770]

Girl you had me at health coaching. It's something I'm also interested in branching into 🙌🏾🙌🏾

[@LaurenUnalomeWellnessCo]

I love to see it 🤩 Go for it sis! 👏🏽👏🏽

[@jaefiyo5005]

I'm so glad that you're actually taking this time to yourself to rest, power up and just rejuvenate because knowing your marks, I absolutely believe that you need it 100%. Also, we need another vlog!! I love your vlogs!!

[@LaurenUnalomeWellnessCo]

Thank you Jocelyne! 🥺💕 Lord knows we alllll need some rest after 2020’s shenanigans 😂 Girrlll my life has been so boring there’s nothing to vlog 😂😂💔 All I do is uni work and film videos, after I finish this semester I’m really going to try and vlog more 🤞🏽

[@nomfundoamanda8568]

Good luck with everything ❤️

[@LaurenUnalomeWellnessCo]

Thank you so much 😊

[@luc.b6951]

I love your honesty

[@LaurenUnalomeWellnessCo]

Thank you! 🤗❤️

[@kam8165]

I'm going into 3rd year this year and I literally can't sleep at all. I stay awake every night stressing. I really hope I make it into honours. Last year dipped my Mark's which is discouraging me.

[@LaurenUnalomeWellnessCo]

I’m so sorry to hear that this is causing so much stress for you ❤️ Do your absolute best and remember why you chose to study psychology 🙏 I have a video on my channel about how to get distinctions for psychology if you are interested 🤗

[@melissaallison2103]

recently found this. I love how directed and planned you are and you know what you want to do and where you want to get. obviously I too am interested in psychology and this gives me a lot of motivation as being in my matric year now. Thank you so much for this, and please update on how the volunteering goes etc. xx

[@LaurenUnalomeWellnessCo]

Thank you so much Melissa! 🤗 There are definitely still a lot of days when I feel lost but I’m learning that it’s part of the process 🙏 I will definitely do so, all the best with your studies ✨✨

[@rebecca5334]

SAME!!!

[@marlenegovender5468]

I am participating in selection week right now. Thank-you for sharing your experience.

[@LaurenUnalomeWellnessCo]

marlene govender that’s incredible! 🤩🤩🤩 All the best, how’s it going so far? 💕✨

[@marlenegovender5468]

@@LaurenUnalomeWellnessCo So far we have completed phase 1 of the interviews and will find out tomorrow who is invited to phase 2. It has been okay so far. I hope:)

[@LaurenUnalomeWellnessCo]

Congratulations, you’ll do great!! 🍾 Good luck with the rest of the process ☺️ Feel free to leave a comment about your full experience for other curious viewers & future candidates if you’re comfortable with it 💕

[@zeenatrahman3318]

Love these videos! Would you be able to give us an example of the questions they asked ?

[@LaurenUnalomeWellnessCo]

Hi Zeenat, thank you for watching 🤗 Every university has a different setup, but I would say it was an even blend of personal questions (strengths, weaknesses, why you want to be a psychologist, they also refer to what you wrote in your application) and also questions related to the psychology field like it’s purpose, weaknesses in the field, scope of practice etc. 🙏

[@rofhiwamachebe8570]

Thank you for sharing this with us ❤❤ your videos really help me hey

[@LaurenUnalomeWellnessCo]

Thank you so much for watching, I’m happy that you find them helpful ❤️

[@manques6815]

Haaaaa haaa tjooo sikhala sibaningi. the selection really humbled me and studying is really drained me.

[@LaurenUnalomeWellnessCo]

Truer words have never been spoken 😂 It’s not for the faint of heart 🙆🏽‍♀️🙆🏽‍♀️🙆🏽‍♀️

[@rethabilekambula7797]

I wish I could like this video twice! 😩

[@LaurenUnalomeWellnessCo]

Ah you’re so sweet! 🥺 Thank you for the support ❤️❤️

[@firdouzabrahams8084]

Firstly, thank you for posting this and providing us with information on the process amd your experience with it. My question is: For the interviews, were the questions more about you or were they split between personal questions and questions based on your knowledge on psychology and the stuff you've learned in your degree? Basically, did you have to revise your books for the interview just in case? 😅

[@LaurenUnalomeWellnessCo]

You’re most welcome, thank you for watching and reaching out! 😊 It was heavily based on personal questions, they didn’t ask anything related to the content 😂 I think your academic record reflects that you know the content, they’re trying to see who you are beyond your marks 🌸 I didn’t revise anything at all 😂 But it could vary per university so I would revise a bit just to be on the safe side ✨ Hope this helps 🙏

[@Angeloflight7]

I disagree. I believe just the person that u r is a far greater indicator of how much of a hard worker you are, not those digits😊😉 I sense amazing things are on your horizon. Keep going! Ooo and I said the above before I got to the part of the bursary. You're totally gonna get it!!!!! Also possible tidbit, George mukhari hospital has health psychology so idk, maybe you could see if you could shadow someone there?? All the best in everything you do!!

[@LaurenUnalomeWellnessCo]

Thank you for your kind words, I truly appreciate it 🤗 Wow I didn’t know that, I’ll definitely do my research and see what comes of it - thank you for informing me! 🤍

[@jamesbedukodjograham5508]

See this situation as a blessing in disguise,Psychology is not an easy major. Every year Psychology graduates come out of our varied Schools. However it depends on how employers and Colleges evaluate certificates for placement into the Workforce or job Market in 2021 and beyond.

[@LaurenUnalomeWellnessCo]

I agree, thank you! 🙏

[@jamesbedukodjograham5508]

Having a second degree does not guarantee happiness.

[@falakhe_zulu]

Hey Lauren. I wish to know if you ended up winning.

[@faithm818]

i have been binge-watching your videos and i love them so much. i love Psychology but it can be extremely draining. just a quick question: i am about to go into my honours and just wanted to know what the requirements for a cum laude are at UJ (i want to get the best marks possible) and also, would you recommend doing my honours at UJ or going somewhere else?

[@LaurenUnalomeWellnessCo]

Oh my goodness thank you so much for doing so! 😭 I think you need an average of 75% and above because any mark over 75% is considered a distinction 🙏 I would recommend applying everywhere, I have never been to any university outside of UJ but I would recommend it 🥰

[@faithm818]

@@LaurenUnalomeWellnessCo thank you so much!

[@bzee4mk]

You are the best I admire you tenecity, thank you for sharing your journey with us.

[@LaurenUnalomeWellnessCo]

@@bzee4mk thank you for this lovely compliment 🥺❤️ and thank you for watching and supporting! ✨🙌🏽

[@ttrtrf]

Im wondering where you are now....😍

[@sharonfotso]

How do you find scholarships? Just in general - like if I wanted to find a scholarship to study psychology.

[@LaurenUnalomeWellnessCo]

Usually scholarship opportunities will be on a university’s page - you should also check government websites. You can email any psychological societies/associations and ask, as well as emailing staff within psychology departments at different universities. And a good old google search, but be careful as there could be scammers ✊🏽 The NRF bursary is also a good one. Most universities also offer merit scholarships/bursaries to top achieving students 🙏

[@sharonfotso]

Thank you so much!😊

[@LaurenUnalomeWellnessCo]

Sharon Fotso you’re welcome 😇

[@buzani3208]

Without the Masters , which other jobs can you do in South Africa with the Psychology Qualification ?

[@LaurenUnalomeWellnessCo]

The most popular jobs I’ve seen are related Human Resources (HR) and employee wellness, as well as being a facilitator for children with Autism . Unfortunately there isn’t a lot of psychology-related jobs for pre-masters graduates 💔

[@iamkingjosiah2727]

So can you do any work that can earn you a salary while studying pshycology

[@LaurenUnalomeWellnessCo]

Yes you can but it depends on how good your work-study balance is and how many hours you work + whether you’re studying part-time or full-time 🤗

[@catheem2613]

How do you actually calculate your points?

[@LaurenUnalomeWellnessCo]

I just added up all my module percentages & divided it by the amount of modules I had 🤗

[@nikki1143]

which university has a good psychology program?

[@LaurenUnalomeWellnessCo]

I’m not aware of any ranking among the universities in terms of psychology so I’d say they’re all pretty good programmes 🙏

[@boniwencethelo4022]

Dreams delayed are not dreams Denied 😊

[@LaurenUnalomeWellnessCo]

Amen! 🙌🏽 Thank you for this 🤗

[@mmarona_08]

Nothing as abusive as school pressure.

[@LaurenUnalomeWellnessCo]

It’s one of the worst kinds of pressure 🥴

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[@LaurenUnalomeWellnessCo]

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