I don't know about anyone else, but this time of the semester (with about a month left) is the most stressful yet at the same time the least homework-packed part. Right now, I don't have any more essays due, only two more tests, two more quizzes, and not even that many notes to take! But it's this time in the semester that I tend to slack off and not study as much as I probably should. Does this happen with anyone else? It's like I know I should study, but the sweet relief of no immediate assignments is just so tempting to embrace. But luckily! I have found many solutions to fixing this terrible dilemma:
1. I set aside a certain time to study and get ahead each day, or at least every other day.
2. I divide my homework up by each day of the week, according to any plans I have and when I'm working, so that I don't get stressed out right when the due date approaches.
3. I give myself rewards! If I ace a test, get all of my homework for the week done on time, etc. then I allow myself to buy that cute top I've been eying, or take a short day trip to see my friends that live an hour away. This helps keep me motivated and happy, and most definitely reduces my stress.
4. As crazy as this may seem, I DON'T OVERLOAD ON COFFEE. It makes me jittery and
wide awake, but definitely not alert, and I don't remember nearly as much as I do if I study/
do homework when I'm genuinely awake.
Does anyone else have some awesome study tips that help you get through this terrible time of the semester?
Does anyone else have some awesome study tips that help you get through this terrible time of the semester?
I wish I was that organized! I procastinate and most definitely slack this time of year. Finals? Psh! I always feel like I've worked so hard for the last couple months I should already know it all... so wrong. Hope you do well!!
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