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Exam nerves

So, I'm in my final year and my degree is quite challenging which is both good and scary lol
The exams nerves have set in a bit. I trally want to do well and I work hard but I still belive that there's room for improvement.
I was wondering what the best way is to manage nerves whilst studying efficiently?
The exams nerves have set in a bit. I trally want to do well and I work hard but I still belive that there's room for improvement.
I was wondering what the best way is to manage nerves whilst studying efficiently?
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I think different things work for different people so hopefully you get a few replies with ideas
Two things have worked for me in the past
- Listen to something that puts your mind at ease while studying, for me it was 'Rainforest sounds' on youtube haha. Almost put me in a meditative state so I could concentrate.
- Reward yourself with regular breaks - and when you are on a break, distract yourself completely. Watch an episode of your fave series, watch some youtube, go out for a walk or some exercise. For me, I was really disciplined in taking every weekend off to have some 'me' / 'us' time instead of studying - this meant I was more productive when I was.
- Lucy
Exams are a stressful time for everyone, so not surprised haha
Much love
I hope you are managing with the exam stress.
My top tips are sleep, eat, breath. When you get a goodnights sleep and are eating well it takes pressure off your body which can reduce the effects of stress. And breathing can help calm you down.
Most importantly, even though exams are important, remember that a grade doesn't define you.
Hope your exams go well, good luck!
just wanted to pop on, I echo what has already said, just wanted to say good luck with your exams
Hope your revision is going well
Here are some articles we've written on The Mix that might help:
https://www.themix.org.uk/work-and-study/study-and-exam-tips/exams-and-the-pressure-to-do-well-23966.html
https://www.themix.org.uk/work-and-study/study-and-exam-tips/revision-tips-1238.html
https://www.themix.org.uk/work-and-study/study-and-exam-tips/how-do-i-relieve-stress-2282.html
For me if I'm trying to do revision and I get stressed or nervous I find that it's good for me to take a break and go for a short walk or do a 10 min yoga stretch or even just go and have a cuppa away from my desk. And then calm myself down and come back a bit brighter.
Good luck with your exams