Keep Yourself Cool before the Exams

Exam anxiety is not unnatural. It is indeed a type of performance anxiety, which arises when we are under pressure to perform well at something. The more important an exam is, the more likely we feel stress. Jut recognize when you are under stress. For someone, just the idea of taking the test can bring him/her into a panic. Observe deeply to understand your level of stress. Lack of sleep, difficulty in breathing, loss of appetite, irregular eating, random mood swings, uncontrollable crying, and aggression may all indicate that you are stressed.

To effectively handle stress and stay focused on your goal, inculcate in you good habits like managing time, eating well and healthy, having proper sleep and rest, doing light exercises, etc.

Make yourself organized! Keep cool and think about what you have to study; plan accordingly. While working out a time table, make sure you are allotting time for a nice walk in the evening and a cold coffee in your favorite café. Reward your hard work and praise yourself! For example, “If I complete revision of ‘Electricity and Magnetism’ chapter today, I will watch the highlights of the last day’s cricket match.”

Share your thoughts freely! Involve the ones who are close to your heart. Let it be your siblings, parents, or friends. Let them listen to you — talk, cry, or simply sit with them quietly. Never hesitate to have a frank communication!

Afford a calm setting in your study! A quiet place is a lot more soothing for proper study and privacy. Don’t continue reading and practicing if you hungry or thirsty. Light meals and fresh juices are always a healthy diet, and it is a good choice, rather than junk food, for reducing stress.

Manage your breaks between studies! Listen some music and/or do something energetic when you need a real break from studying. Relaxation and fun both reduce stress remarkably. Do some breathing techniques that help to maintain your heart beat rate. Indulge in hobbies you like; let it be gardening or playing violin. Be optimistic! If you worry, blame, or apply too much pressure, your stress levels will increase. Of course, your performance will decrease. Believe in heart that things will be all right, no matter what the results are. :-)