I don't know if I should continue with school right now and I am having a hard time making the decision.
No I felt the conversation very lively
Adding emoticons will add some feeling to the words as even a simple smily with make a lot of difference
Hello.
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Hello how are you today?
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I'm okay. Facing a tough decision and having a hard time coping.
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I am sorry to hear that. Would you like to talk about it?
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Affirmation and Reassurance
Yes, thank you. I decided to go back to school to finish my BA.
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Its great that you decided to go back to school. Are you having trouble selecting a college or something like that?
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Restatement or Paraphrasing
Well now with the pandemic I don't know if it's the right time anymore.
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I understand your concern given the current pandemic situation. But I have heard some colleges are offering online courses until this pandemic is over. Maybe you can explore in that direction to ease your worries.
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I'm taking online courses right now, and I really don't like it. I much prefer in classroo m lecture.
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I definitely resonate with the way you feel about online learning. Although difficult it is also important to stay indoors to keep yourself safe. Is there anything that will motivate you?
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Restatement or Paraphrasing
I don't know. I want to see if I could find classes conducted with Zoom or video.
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Maybe you can check with the college if they would consider offering classes over zoom as this is the most preferred mode of instruction.
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Providing Suggestions
I will try to do that. If that's my only option right now, then I will have to settle for classes conducted over livestream. I just don't like self-learning.
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Sounds like a plan and am happy to see that you are sure about what you want.
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Affirmation and Reassurance
Yes, I just wish it could be the way it was. I was so happy to be back in school and I'm so close to being done.
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I too wish everything goes back to the way it was and it will one day. We have to adjust to a slightly new way of living and this would happen if each one of us do our part to break the chain and flatten the curve.
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I agree. I still hate it though.
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You can do it, as you said you are almost there. Once you do it you will be very proud of yourself. Believe me this is just a temporary setback and you are doing a great job.
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Affirmation and Reassurance
Thank you for the words of encouragement. I do appreciate that.
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I am glad I could make you feel better. Is there anything else I can do today for you?
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