Plzz help I messed up with my g.c.s.e and dad is dissapointed?

Question

Ok I just got my G.C.S.E results and I`ve got a D for chemistry and my father is disappointed with me he really wanted me to pass so i can go on to do a-level Chemistry.

the thing is last year when I did my g.c.s.e in high school I just missed out I ended up with 4 g.c.s.e`s.So this year i took resits so I can pass and take at least 3 A-levels especially chemistry but i missed out which means i won`t be able to do A-level chemistry.

I have a brother and sister but they not as brainy as me and haven`t done so well so my dad said I was the "only real hope" to do something and achieve good grades.He was really optimistic about me and believed in me more then any of my siblings.

I would put the blame on myself cos i wasn`t motivated enough so I can`t say I tried my best and of course I regret it now.

How am I suppose to explain this to him?He is really disappointed.I know I can try again but that will take away another year from my studies and will make it too long.Is there anything I can do?

Answer 1

Admit to him and yourself that you DID NOT try your best.  Tell him that you were not motivated because (whatever reason you were not motivated).  Be honest.  He will be disappointed, but he will eventually get over it.  Maybe you have learned something...always do your best and try.  All you can do is learn, be honest with yourself, and move forward.  If you heart is not in the advanced course, then don't take it.