What children need in a crisis
- Honest, age-appropriate information.
- Routine — regular sleep, meals and study times.
- Reassurance that adults are handling it.
Keeping learning going
- Use free resources such as DIKSHA (checked 2026-10-28) and public libraries.
- Short daily study beats long irregular sessions.
- Keep one interest or hobby alive.
Career exploration can continue
Reading about careers, talking to relatives about their work and online exploration all cost little and keep the conversation open.
Deciding whether it fits you
A field can look exciting from the outside and still be a poor fit. Before committing, talk to two or three people already doing the work, try a short course or project, and notice whether the day-to-day tasks energise or drain you. A structured conversation with a mentor can help you compare options against your interests, abilities and values rather than trends alone.