Stress less during the finals
We
know everyone’s counting down ’til the blissful days of summer. But
before you can be totally carefree, there’s one last hurdle: finals.
Here’s how to stay cool as a cuke in the pressure cooker that is exams.
Don’t cram
Studying in spaced-out increments will help you retain information easily. Take small 10-minute breaks to walk around around and get some fresh air. Start studying ASAP to avoid any last-minute mania.
Make lists
Studying in spaced-out increments will help you retain information easily. Take small 10-minute breaks to walk around around and get some fresh air. Start studying ASAP to avoid any last-minute mania.
Make lists
Ask yourself what needs to get done and when. Once you organize all the
due dates for projects and tests, make a list of three to five tasks to
do each day for the week leading up to the test or assignment due date.
Keep the list with you in a planner or notebook so you can reference it
whenever you need. Color-coding your list with bright colors will give
your list an ounce of cheer, too.
Take advantage of the weather
Take advantage of the weather
You can’t stay cooped up in your house studying all day, so take
advantage of the warm weather by taking a brisk walk around your block
as a study break. Have a lot of reading to do? Enjoy the sunshine as you
read out on your front porch or deck.
Avoid the junk
Avoid the junk
It’s tempting to constantly crunch on candy while you’re studying. In a
word: Don’t! Making healthful choices (like sipping lots of water and
getting plenty of sleep) will help you get through this stressful period
while still feeling fab.
Get in a zen zone
Get in a zen zone
Take time to stay chill by practicing yoga, writing in your journal or
meditating for a few minutes daily. It’ll prevent you from getting
utterly overwhelmed. Good luck, girl!
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