Deadlines and dues dates are approaching for your endless list of papers, presentations, projects, and tests. Here are a few tips to stay sane while you finish all of them up:
1. Plan in Advance
Read over the project requirements and due date so that you are well aware of your timeline. Some papers may be more challenging than others. So, put a little more effort into the ones you know will take a lot of brain power.
2. Use Your Resources
Your professors are there to guide you. Use office hours regularly, it will help with your academics and your relationship with the professor. Also, use the resources found at the library. Librarians will assist you in finding the books and databases you will need for your research. Even classmates are great to talk with about a project you might be working on. Just make sure you are not cheating.
3. Get Rid of Distractions
Put your phone on silent for some serious study time. Log off of Facebook, Twitter, Tumblr, Pinterest, etc. Maybe head to the library or an unused classroom for a couple hours. And, only focus on the task at hand.
4. Be Healthy
Getting sick right before finals would suck! You will need to eat healthy, sleep enough, and get some exercise. When your body is in shape, your mind is at its best shape, too. So don’t start slacking off.
5. Breathe
It’s a stressful time. We all know it. But, stressing will only make the week before finals even worse. You need to breathe and relax a bit. Try taking a walk around the block, light a scented candle, meditate, or even calling home can calm you down.
6. Reward Yourself
Got something accomplished? Reward yourself with whatever makes you happy. Whether its listening to some tunes, hanging out with friends, or watching tv… you deserve it!