Whether you have a weekend or a "dead week" to prepare, finals week is a time of stress and panic. While it is important to focus on the matter at hand, it is equally important to remember to take breaks as well. Below are 10 easy and quick breaks you can take to make sure you get the full potential out of your study sessions.
1. Take a lap
Walk a quick lap around the library, and bring some energy back into your body after sitting for a long period of time!
2. Catch some quick zzzs
This doesn't mean settling down for your usual afternoon nap. Allow yourself a quick 30 minute nap, and wake up refreshed and ready to buckle down!
3. Treat yourself
Set a study goal for yourself, and when you complete it, reward yourself. This might be with a coffee or a quick scroll through social media, but whatever it may be, having a goal in mind will give you something to look forward to!
4. Tidy your work space
There is nothing more stressful than studying in a hectic and messy work space. Take a few minutes to clean your area and take some stress out of your day.
5. Meditate
A few minutes of meditation will let your clear your mind and the endless tasks at hand, allowing you to feel energized and ready to study hard.
6. Have a quick chat
Talking to your friends for a few minutes will bring up your energy level and, as a bonus, will keep your spirits up!
7. Take a shower
A quick shower will leave you feeling fresh and revitalized, and you will be left with a renewed focus on your work.
8. Run an errand
During finals week, your to do list grows longer and longer as the days tick by. Crossing off one small errand will take off some of the pressure and stress of your day, leaving you with a sense of accomplishment.
9. Do a creative activity
Whether it is coloring or singing a song, a creative activity will work your brain in a different way, and will allow you to relive stress at the same time.
10. Eat a healthy snack
While we may want to gravitate towards junk food and comfort food during finals week, instead try a healthy snack that will help you maintain your brain power, and leave your body feeling better than ever!
