Exams are arguably the most daunting thing that you ever have to do. Mock exams are tough, but the real thing feels even worse. Panic sets in—what if you fail? What if your life is over and your family disowns you? When so much rides on one test, it’s easy to spiral. You’ve prepped for weeks, but anything can happen. Unexpected questions. Confusing wording. The uncertainty is endless! If exams are looming or still months away but stressing you out, this article is for you. We’ve got great tips to help you prepare and stay sane!
Are You A Last Minuter?
Being a last-minute crammer isn’t always a bad thing. Some people thrive under pressure. Cramming in the final days can help information stick.But if you’ve always been a last minuter and it just hasn’t worked for you, then maybe it’s time to change things a little bit. If you have an exam, start revising about two months before. This gives you time to gather information, absorb it, and review it. If last-minute cramming works for you, write up notes a few weeks ahead. Then, go all in. Assuming you’ll pass without effort is a big risk.
Don’t Just Use Google
Google is great, but don’t rely on it completely. Books often explain things better and can be more accurate. Explore different resources to boost your understanding. There are plenty of journals on Google to explore that might help as well. You can also create a note by select of book text using software that allows you to take in the important things, and enhance your studying. If you take a few days to go down to your local library, and study from the books there, you’ll find that the quiet environment and the books will help you to take more in!
Prioritise Your Time
Prioritising your time doesn’t mean revising all of the time, and putting everything else aside. It actually means taking time to do other things, and spacing your revision out. The more time you spend revising, the more you’re overloading your brain, and the less things will go in. If you do revision in 30 minute blocks, followed by an hour break so that your day is spread out, and your mind is also occupied by other things.
