By Brittany Miller ‘07
‘Tis the season of all nighters. As the semester is drawing to a close, finals are right around the corner. Your fellow classmates are probably just as stressed out as you are. Here are a few ways to shake away the stress:
- Hit up the gym or attend a Yoga class. Work all the tension out. Not only will your mind be clearer, your body will be benefiting from it too.
- Make a ‘to-do” list and prioritize all that you need to get done. Don’t put too much on your plate – break things down by days, chapters or sections.
- Take study breaks. For every hour of studying you do, take 10-15 minutes to relax to prevent burning out.
- Get a full night sleep. Eight hours is recommended, but only you know how much sleep your body needs.
- Don’t let work, school, and various organizations take over your life. It’s important to find balance – it’s okay to take a break!
There are only a few more weeks left in the semester and they will be over before you know it. Hang in there and good luck!
For more tips on fighting stress check out “4 Tips for Effective Stress Management” [Past Article]