As we enter the final weeks of the fall semester, motivation is at an all time low and it can be hard to finish strong. Knowing that Thanksgiving, "Dead Week," and Christmas break are right around the corner can make it hard to wake up for that 8 a.m. or complete that homework assignment. Well, here are a few tips to help you make it through the next few weeks as painlessly as possible.
1. Find Time to Relax
As finals week approaches it can be easy to stress out about making good enough grades, which takes a toll on your body. We try to stay up for days at a time cramming as much information into our heads as possible. It's important to kick back and watch some Netflix or take a nap in order to relieve stress. So go ahead and watch that next episode; you deserve it!
2. Eat, Eat, Eat!
I know that when I'm busy I can completely forget to eat entire meals, but that's not a good habit to have. Now, I'm not saying you should eat so much that you gain 20 pounds during dead week, but food provides us with energy to be more effective for school activities. It is always okay to make time to eat, even if you have to make it fast!
3. TEAM WORK
Some people prefer to study alone, I can be that way sometimes, but studying with friends can break up the monotony of studying on your own in Gorgas or your bedroom. This is also a good way to make a difficult exam easier by combining notes and perspectives. Plus, it can be a good way to meet classmates you may have never talked to before!
4. Keep Your Eye on the Prize
Did you do poorly on that final exam? Get dumped by you significant other? Well fortunately for you, the Holiday season is here to cheer you up! No matter how rough school can be, a whole month of relaxation and celebration is almost here. It is important to stay focused on the end goal and making it through the semester. There's always next semester to do better...
5. Treat Yo Self
In the words of Tom Haverford, Treat Yo Self!! This might be the most important tip of all. To help keep yourself as stress free as possible you should reward yourself. Made an A on an exam? Buy yourself a nice, big meal to celebrate. You've made it this far in the semester, you definitely deserve a few treats regardless of what your bank account might say.
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