As the Christmas season begins, it also means that finals are about to start... ...and that means students will be in a mad rush to raise their grades, which, in turn, translates to burdens of stress and fatigue. So how do you combat this constant pressure and endless need for more energy? Organization is the way to go. So, here are ways I stay organized throughout this stressful–and merry–time. 1. Have something to write on at all times. You may have a million things going on in your mind at the moment, which can add up to feel extremely stressful. Rather than trying to remember everything you're thinking about, write everything–and I mean everything–down. It'll make you feel calm knowing that there's nothing you're forgetting, as you can always refer to paper. I personally like making lists and organizing my thoughts into mind maps, as this helps me to organize my ideas and visualize connections between thoughts. 2. Get enough sleep. Sleep is essential to staying organized, because you can't be organized with a scattered brain! Getting about 9 to 10 hours a sleep per night–or adjusting accordingly depending on your physical needs–will help to clear your mind and keep it sharp, so you will be better able to study for finals and simply be more calm. Skip the caffeine, which can make you hyper, jittery, and later crash. 3. Prioritize. Write down a list of the most important things you want to do, followed by thelesser-important things. Follow the list in order, and make sure to take lots of breaks. Prioritizing also means finding time for out-of-studying things to do, such as spending time with family, or your dog, getting some exercise, or going out for a bite to eat. Think about what you value. Is it worth it to skip a family picnic in order to study for a bio final that you are confident in? 4. Physically clean your environment. Being organized for finals includes not only clearing your mind but your workspace. When your workspace (e.x. your desk, your room, your counter) is clean, your mind feels more clear as well, and you can more easily focus without being distracted. Put away your phone, pull out the study materials you want to work on, and focus on what's on your workspace. 5. Be planner-savvy. I highly recommend getting a planner. That way, you can organize your assignments, test dates, and things you need to do–all in one place. It allows you to visualize due dates and make enough time to complete assignments accordingly. Plus, it helps you to never forget to turn in an assignment! Below is an example of a planner, but there are many types to choose one. Feel free to experiment and find the one that best fits your style. 6. Be time efficient.
Last, and most obvious, you need to find a way for you to best keep track of time. Keep a watch with you at all times (a phone can be distracting), and set alarms at various intervals to remind you to stay on track. Write out a timeline each morning/night for time frames designated to complete a certain task, and stick with it. Hopefully these tips will help a little with taking an edge off of finals. Don't stress and stay organized (I know, easier said than done). But whoever you are, you are amazing, no matter your score. In the end, no one will care (or at least should care) what you got on your final, and you've had a whole semester to prove your standing in the class. And, as always, rememeber that grades don't define you! (See my recent blog titled as such.) I wish you good luck!! sweet dreams. xoxo, s.k.j. p.s. Did you know that you can figure out the score you need to get on your final to reach your goal grade? Use the link below to do the calculations for you! Life saver!
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anonymous
12/8/2016 09:27:23 pm
inspiring!
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