How to Beat Exam Stress

Many students become tense and nervous not only during actual writing of the test paper but also during the preparation for the examination.

This article suggests how not to become nervous during exam preparation and also what a student should do if she/he becomes tense/nervous during actual writing of the test paper in the examination hall.

Symptoms of Nervousness:

Given below are the symptoms of stress/nervousness.  

·         Tightness in chest/ mouth,

·         Dry mouth,

·         Sweating palms,

·         Breathlessness,

·         Lack of energy,

How not to become nervous during exam preparation:

·         Start studying well before the exam. 

·         Focus on understanding the concepts rather than mugging. 

·         Find a "study buddy", a classmate who is an expert in the subject you find difficult.

·         Attempt full length previous tests.

·         Eat healthy food. It's easier to work on nutritious food than junk.

·         Get plenty of sleep

·         Exercise and don’t forget your recreational activities

Also

·         Believe in Yourself. You are as good as anybody else,

·         Keep reminding yourself that hard work always pays, and

·         On the day of the exam, feel happy and optimistic! 

On becoming nervous during exam:

If you get sudden attack of panic during actual writing of the paper in the examination hall, the students should try following techniques:

·         Breathe deeply & slowly,

·         Clenching & un clenching  fists also relieves tension,

·         Besides; have some water,

·         Maintain good body posture

·         Remember oxygen is food of the brain.

·         Practice Auto Suggestion/Visualization Technique

The last point is very important. Auto suggestion or visualization is the technique in which person reminds himself/herself that what ever goal he/she wants to achieve; it will definitely be achieved. This technique is practised by many successful sports persons and many other successful persons.

However, there is no substitute to thorough preparation to overcome fears;

and never forget:

The best helping hand is at the end of your own arm!

We conduct a free workshop on Shine under Stress (Strategies to Suceed in Exams) in state of Gujarat (India) and surrounding states. In case you would like to have this workshop conducted for your students as well, please write to me at for details at the contact details given in the end..

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