Following the exam, many IMGs dwell solely on their mistakes, on all the elements that they missed and overlooked during the stations. Hear me out. I promise you that despite any performance anxiety, the points you recalled and accentuated in the exam outnumber the ones that you may have forgotten or missed. Instead, as hard as it may be, try refocusing your attention towards all the things that you did well.

Regardless of the outcome, acknowledge that the exam was a valuable learning experience. Pass or fail, you have lived to tell the tale. You've come this far. You know what the NAC-OSCE is all about now. You are a part of the global IMG club as a new member who has taken the exam. Welcome!

Remember that taking the NAC-OSCE is a remarkable achievement in and of itself. Whether you studied for weeks, months, or years, you did your absolute best to excel in a most challenging exam - and that is what matters.

Congrats on this achievement! You did it! Be kind to yourself and celebrate all your hard work!

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