conv: I can't believe my son failed his exams. He spent too much time playing football_comma_ and not enough time studying. My son failed his exams! Can you believe it! I don't know what to do! don't panic_comma_ and don't be harsh on the kid. perhaps spend time going over the subject together? or maybe he's having other trouble that's affecting his studies He spent all his time playing football instead of studying! I warned him about this! it's better to do what you're passionate about. do that and success follows