Keep stress in check |
| Posted by Administrator (admin) on Dec 13 2007 at 5:35 PM |
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Klarissa Bellamy
Staff Writer
Finals are here and the homework is piled high. With flu season upon us, and stress levels rising, it's important to make sure you keep your cool. Here are a few ways to handle end of semester stress.
The first step to staying on top of the stress is to avoid procrastinating. It might seem stress free in the beginning of the semester, but was important papers and projects are due near the end of the semester, you will spend more time playing catch up than if the work was taken care of when it was due.
Writing down your assignments as soon as you get them, and writing reminders in your planner a couple of days before they are due will prevent you from putting it off until the last minute.
The second step is to prioritize. Ask yourself which assignments are due first, or are more important. Take care of your hardest projects first while you have the most motivation. Then when you are finished with those all the other projects will seem easier and will take less time to finish.
Next, find a place that you know you can get work done. The library is a great place because it eliminates things that can be distracting such as your TV or cell phone. But also be aware of distractions while you are there. If you spend more time surfing the internet, or talking to your friends; grab a study room and separate yourself from the situation.
Finally, give yourself a break. While you are busy finishing your projects, and working around the clock, you forget to give yourself some time to relax. Taking an hour to get a snack, or just watch your favorite show will give you a chance to refresh. It will help you to think clearly, and keep your motivation up.
