Exam season can be extremely stressful.
It is good to sit down and grind it out, but it is also very important to take a break every now and then.
Here are some of my favorite ways to take a break:
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Take a nap. Being well rested will help you to study more effectively and perform to the best of your ability on your exams!
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Get a slice of cake from CoGro! Treat yo’ self
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Go to the gym! If you are too intimidated by the weights section, the women’s gym on the top floor is always a good place to go.
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Make a quick trip to the Agnes Etherington Art Centre to take in the beauty of the Queen’s campus.
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Do your laundry, clean your room, make your bed (especially if you like to study in your room). A neater environment allows you to concentrate much better, trust me.
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Do some stretches. I recently tried hot yoga for the first time and found the whole experience so calming and refreshing. 10/10 would recommend!
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Put on some music and dance! You don’t have to be the best dancer in the world to enjoy dancing.
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Meditate! Effective meditation comes with practice. Apps like Headspace are great if you are new to meditation.
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Call family or a friend from home.
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Eat/drink/slurp something. Keeping your body fueled is key to a successful exam season.
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Take a stroll somewhere, preferably outside. Embrace everything mother nature has to offer.
Good job everyone!