Good news to all students who have problems dealing with exams stress
Exam season is right around the corner, which probably means that the notorious exam stress should be setting in right about… now? You just sat your mocks and didn’t do quite as well as you’d hoped? Or you got better than expected but still want to top it?
Well, here are some Do’s and Don’ts to help you stay cool, calm, and educated.
1. PLAN.
Planning is key to good revision. When left to our own devices we sometimes struggle to find the motivation to get off Netflix and do some work – (speaking from experience here!) So, just like you have at school or college, draw out a timetable of allocated time slots to spend on each subject and stick to it!>>>>>CONTINUE READING HERE>>>>>
2. TAKE REGULAR BREAKS… AND NAPS!
You deserve it…. Our brains don’t work well when we’re tired, and revising can be exhausting. Don’t trudge through it, make sure you take a break every hour for 10 minutes, have a snack or something but don’t get distracted, and be disciplined! Power napping is proven to increase productivity, give it a try! Yeah, that’s right, we just told you to nap more. Go on, do it.
3. EAT BREAKFAST.
We don’t perform well when we’re hungry, so no matter how nervous you are, eat a balanced breakfast. Eggs are a good choice and anything with Omega 3 to get your brain juices flowing. Avoid sugary foods like chocolate, this will give you a sudden burst of energy but cause you to crash during the exam!
4. GET CREATIVE.
Make your revision materials. Instead of just trying to memorize boring notes, try making flashcards or mind maps… you could even write a song. How come we can sing the entire T-Swift album word-for-word but can’t remember the presidents of the United States for a history exam? Get singing… trust us it works, your song will be so ridiculous you’ll never forget it
5. OVER-REVISE.
Make sure you have a good balance between work and play. You should still be enjoying time with your mates at the weekend, as well as getting in some study time. You don’t have to put your entire life on hold if you plan properly!
