It's that time of the semester again. You know, the point where you're overly stressed, tired, considering changing your major or dropping out. Though it is different for everyone, it happens to each of us. That's right, I'm talking about the Pre-Holiday Blues. It's when all of your professors decide to schedule midterms on the same day and you also have three research papers due, not to mention you have to work so you can pay your bills. When these things all pile up at once, it's easy to wish away the remainder of the semester and focus on the upcoming holidays and breaks from school. Here's some advice to push through the rest of the semester.
Prioritize. Prioritize. Prioritize.
When you have a lot to do, the best way to keep yourself on track is to prioritize. What needs to be done first? How much time will it take you to finish the most important tasks? Make lists, stick to them, and feel the joy when you get to cross things off your lists. Pretty soon, you'll have yourself on a pretty steady routine, and before you know it, you'll reach Thanksgiving and Winter breaks.
Take breaks.
Speaking of breaks, take a few throughout your studying time. Don't try to get everything done all at once. Not only will you get burnt out quickly, but you also won't work to the best of the ability. It's okay to take breaks, just don't let a twenty minute break turn into a "oh wow it's already Thanksgiving" break.
Everyone is going through it.
The good part of the pre-holiday blues is that there are about 10 million other people who are feeling the same thing. Everyone is feeling just as burnt out, and they're all ready to throw in the towel and get to the holidays. Find a group of friends to turn to that can help you get through this time. See a movie, go bowling, do anything to get you through the rest of the semester.
Remember, it won't last forever.
The best part about the pre-holiday blues is that eventually, it will be time for the holidays. You will make it through the work. You will survive. So keep pushing, and you'll get there.
