Even though Buddy the Elf had to save Christmas, being a college student during finals week is just as stressful. We all find ourselves relating to Buddy one way or another.
1. You don't know how it's possible to get everything done in a week.
If four tests, three papers and one presentation wasn't already enough, you also have to pack up all of your belongings to move home for the long break. Did I forget to mention your group members “forgot” about meeting up in the library so you're stuck doing a project all alone?
2. Studying for hours on end and feeling like you know less than before you started.
Don't worry, we all get to the point where we feel like we aren't retaining any information. Just remember it’s OK to take a break and rest your brain for a little bit. I promise you know more than you think you do!
3.The professor says he covered all of the content in class for the exam.
Let's be honest, looking through your (very) unorganized notebook with doodles of dogs and your crush's name surrounded by hearts makes it seem like your professor didn't even teach at all. Thank goodness that untouched $200 textbook can come in handy with five days left in the semester!
4. Getting hit by a car sounds like a better idea than studying for the rest of your exams.
I know it may sound tempting, but trust me, no one wants a broken leg right before the start of a stress free break.
5. Shoveling food in your mouth because you haven't eaten anything all day.
You barely have time for breathing, so how are you supposed to fit three meals into your schedule? I would suggest bringing snacks to the library. No one ever regrets having too much food.
6. Thanking the Starbucks barista for keeping you awake for the past 48 hours straight.
7. Your classmates discuss the final you just took and realize you made a stupid mistake.
Do not panic! One little mistake won’t determine your whole grade. Take a breath and focus on the good instead of the bad; at least you have one less final to study for!
8. Trying to talk to your friends who are just as stressed as you are.
9. Thinking the stress is too much for you and contemplating dropping out of school.
Sorry Mom and Dad, college isn't working out for me. Please have the pantry stocked because I'm never leaving home again.
10. When you're scared to check one of your exam scores.
One of the scariest things is looking at a final exam score, but no matter when you check it, the grade is going to be the same. Just remember that you tried your best and you can only move forward from this point.
11.When your professor says there is going to be a curve on the exam.
Nothing is better than getting some extra points on an exam, especially if it can change your grade drastically.
12. When you can't contain your excitement after you finish your last final.
One of the best feelings is having the weight of school and stress lifted off of your shoulders. Feeling carefree for the first time in months is exhilarating.
13. You can finally celebrate because the semester is officially over with.
Congratulations, you survived finals week! Time to enjoy a well-deserved break from school.
