Although exam-related exhaustion and stress are something persistent and real, if managed well, they can be handled in a better way (representative image)
The first step to dealing with exam stress is to set realistic goals. Research has shown that frequency is often more important than intensity, especially when it comes to learning new habits like exercise
There is a saying, a little stress can be good. It can be that motivational nudge we may need to get things done. However, dealing with stress and anxiety can sometimes become very difficult, especially for students, especially during exams. Recently, the number of students with psychological problems due to stress has increased significantly, and this number is expected to increase in the near future.
Many students experience some pre-exam jitters. Needless to say, with an increasing number of students seeking help for study-related mental health issues, it’s clear that our students are under more pressure than ever before.
While exam-related exhaustion and stress are something persistent and real, if managed properly, they can be handled in a better way. Here are five tips for overcoming exam exhaustion and anxiety:
Set realistic goals
The first step to dealing with exam stress is to set realistic goals. Research has shown that frequency is often more important than intensity, especially when it comes to learning new habits like exercise. Likewise, setting small and realistic goals in terms of your course helps you put everything in perspective. By accepting your situation and then working within the range of what you own, you maximize your productivity without the risk of burning yourself out.
Eat, sleep and exercise well
Staying up all night, surviving on a poor diet, and keeping your movements to a minimum can lead to increased symptoms of anxiety. For your body’s best performance, make sure you’re getting at least eight hours of solid sleep, less caffeine, more water, and getting at least 30 minutes of daily exercise. This balanced approach allows you to concentrate better on your studies and thus better deal with exam stress.
Pace yourself through panic
Panic before exams is quite common among high school, college, and university students. If you experience it at any time, take a few deep breaths, hydrate yourself and address the issue. Be sure to divide it into several pieces. Remember that there is always a solution to every problem.
Don’t forget to breathe
Setting aside a few minutes each day, even 30 minutes minimum, to practice mindfulness techniques such as breathing exercises can help calm your body’s stress and bring your attention back to the present moment. This, in turn, gives you the ability to think rationally about the anxiety brewing inside you, to get rid of any kind of useless thought patterns and empower yourself to handle several exams and begin a more effective revision.
Believe in yourself
When we constantly face challenges, we often forget to look back and think about how far we’ve come and how much we’ve accomplished. Since you have prepared well, there is no need to worry. Therefore, if you experience a negative thought, grab it quickly and replace it with a positive one.
For example, instead of thinking “What if I don’t make it to this percentage,” think like “I’ll be able to do my best if I’ve prepared well” or “Whatever I get, I’ll be proud of myself and appreciate how much I’ve already In short, gratitude exercises can be helpful for inner peace of mind.
Although exhaustion and stress are common during research, it is not impossible to deal with. If you are experiencing stress, it is always advisable to seek help. If you feel exhausted or stressed, talk to someone – a close friend, parents, or another close relative, and share your deepest feelings. It will help ease your burden. However, in extreme cases, do not hesitate to ask a professional for help.
— Written by Chetan Jaiswal | Founder and CEO – MyPeegu
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