5 Things To Remember At The End Of The Semester
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5 Things To Remember At The End Of The Semester

You can do this!

 Cailyn Pacuraru
Apr 18, 2017
Clarion University
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5 Things To Remember At The End Of The Semester
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The end of a semester brings a lot of stress; there's finals to study for and projects that are due, and not one of your professors seems to care that you have other classes. Even though you seem to be drowning in all of your work it's important to take a step back and breathe for a little bit. Your education is important, but so is your health. Here's a list of five things to remember as we approach the end of the semester.

It's ok to be stressed

At this point in the semester, it's almost impossible to avoid stress- just know your limits. Take breaks while studying, make sure you're eating healthy meals and getting enough sleep. Find ways to relieve stress, like going to the gym or seeing some friends.

Hard work means success

Working hard on your assignments will get you good grades. Getting good grades mean graduating with honors. Even though it seems hard, it's so important to keep pushing through until the end of the semester! Pay attention in class and know what you need to study. Go and talk to your professors. Ask questions. All of your hard work eventually pays off.

Your friends and family are there to help

Human interaction is important, and it's easy to forget that when you have so much to do. Your friends are just as busy as you this time of year, so get yourselves outside and do something. Your family and friends are your biggest supporters- they will help you in any way they can! Don't be afraid to ask for help.

Don't stay in your room

It might be a comfortable and quiet place to study, but getting up and moving around will help you. Your brain can only retain so much information at once, so every couple of hours get up and go outside, get some fresh air, take a walk, and then get back to it. Changing where you study might be helpful too. Go to the library and try studying with a group of classmates.

You will make it through this

Everything that comes will soon pass. Your exams will come and go, and all you can do is prepare as well as you can. Keep your head up and don't worry too much. You can do it!

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