{"id":68,"date":"2016-07-09T13:43:33","date_gmt":"2016-07-09T13:43:33","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.europace.org\/?p=68"},"modified":"2016-07-10T08:58:49","modified_gmt":"2016-07-10T08:58:49","slug":"5-easy-ways-to-manage-exam-stress","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/localhost\/europace.org\/5-easy-ways-to-manage-exam-stress\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Easy Ways to Manage Exam Stress"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Exams are stressful<\/a>. You\u2019re under pressure to do your best, you have a thousand and one things on your to-do list, and you\u2019re running out of time to prepare. From revising to the actual taking of the exam, the entire process can take a toll on your mental and physical health if you don\u2019t take steps to manage the stress.<\/p>\n

Here are five easy ways to manage the stress of assignments and exams.<\/p>\n

1.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Exercise<\/h3>\n

Staying active is one of the best ways to reduce stress. Each time you exercise, your body produces endorphins \u2013 those feel-good hormones. Walking just 30 minutes a day can significantly reduce your stress levels, but intensive workouts are even more effective.<\/p>\n

\u201cIf I know I have a long day of revision ahead and feel myself losing motivation. I find that a quick 20-minute workout on my Stamina Body Trac Glider<\/a> soon brings me back to life.\u201d<\/p>\n

If you can\u2019t find the motivation to exercise on your own, consider joining a sports club where you can meet new people and further reduce your stress.<\/p>\n

2.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Meditation and Relaxation<\/h3>\n

Sitting quietly for just 10 minutes a day can also work wonders to reduce your stress levels. Find a quiet place free of distractions and focus on your breathing for 10 minutes \u2013 or longer if you have the time.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re having trouble keeping your mind quiet, consider guided meditation or even movement meditation<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Just taking a moment to breathe \u2013 whether it\u2019s just five minutes or thirty \u2013 gives your body time to rejuvenate and your stress levels to fall.<\/p>\n

3.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Take Breaks<\/h3>\n

\"buriedBreaks are important \u2013 both short and long. If you\u2019re feeling overwhelmed, stop what you\u2019re doing and take five minutes to switch off.<\/p>\n

Be sure to schedule in longer breaks, too. Take the weekend off, and make time for fun things you enjoy. If your schedule only allows for work and no play, you\u2019ll burn out quickly. Taking time off allows you to return to your studies feeling refreshed and rejuvenated.<\/p>\n

4.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Disconnect<\/h3>\n

Your day is jam-packed with assignments, exams and other life responsibilities. On top of everything else, you probably spend a good portion of your day texting, checking email and scrolling through social media sites \u2013 adding more stress to the pile.<\/p>\n

You never give yourself (or your mind) a chance to disconnect. When your mind is constantly going, it becomes nearly impossible to relax<\/a> and unwind. Disconnect for a day or two. The world won\u2019t end, and your loved ones will understand.<\/p>\n

5.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Do Something You Enjoy<\/h3>\n

Remember those breaks we talked about earlier? Use them to do something you enjoy. Take a walk, go out with a friend, paint, dance \u2013 do whatever makes you happy.<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t write off hobbies or social activities as trivial. Life needs to be balanced if you hope to succeed, so make time for the things that bring you joy.<\/p>\n

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