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30 Things That Are More Important Than Grades To Remind Yourself About During Finals Week

Most of these things are pretty self-explanatory, but common to overlook around this time of year

Wendy Block

Apr 22, 2019

East Carolina University

30 Things That Are More Important Than Grades To Remind Yourself About During Finals Week

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The end of the semester is getting closer and closer, and our minds are fixed on finishing strong (and stressfully), not to mention the four-month-long break that follows. Before you jump on autopilot and study nonstop for the next two weeks, please keep in mind the things that are much more important than your final grade

1. Reminding yourself that your body actually CAN'T run on autopilot

2. Maintaining good hygiene

3. Getting outside and enjoying the weather

4. Taking your medications

5. Taking breaks (at least five minutes for every half hour of studying)

6. Talking to close friends/family members

7. Knowing your limits

8. Food!!

9. Staying organized

10. Keeping your mind in one place rather than ten

11. Managing your time wisely

12. Getting at least 6-8 hours of sleep every night

13. Catching up on any sleep missed

14. Actually learning the material you're studying

15. Reaching out to someone when things get a little too rough

16. Checking up on your friends to make sure they're still alright

17. Keeping your work area clean

18. Understanding that you don't need straight A's

19. Your attitude

20. Treating yourself, even if you think you don't deserve it

21. Finding a way to relax that works for you

22. Staying awake while studying (this doesn't mean drinking five cans of sugar-filled energy drinks and not sleeping for three days)

23. Letting yourself make mistakes

24. Learning from those mistakes

25. Calling your parents (they would probably love to hear your voice)

26. Making sure you're not putting your entire life on hold for one exam

27. Waking up at a reasonable time

28. Asking your professors for help if you need it

29. Your happiness

30. Not worrying too much about your grades, because you're gonna kick butt!!

There's no need to put extensive attention on nothing but your grades because things will turn out fine, as they always have. In a few weeks, it will all be a distant memory and you can finally turn your brain off because summer is just right around the corner!

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Most of these things are pretty self-explanatory, but common to overlook around this time of year

1. Reminding yourself that your body actually CAN'T run on autopilot

2. Maintaining good hygiene

3. Getting outside and enjoying the weather

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21. Finding a way to relax that works for you

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