Stress Less on Tests and Finals at School

With final exams and tests right around the corner, we thought it would be helpful to share a few tips on how to take tests and have less stress.  Watch Girls With Dreams TV talk here. 

A few other suggestions to think about:

• Plan ahead:  Map out the weeks leading up to finals and build in time for fun and time to study.
• What’s your learning style?  Do you do better making flash cards?  Studying with a friend?  Highlighting and taking notes?  Figure out your style and use it to study.  For extra study tips, don’t be afraid to ask your friends or even your teacher.
• Try to eat and sleep well.  This is always hard during crunch time, but do the best you can!
• Exercise and Relax.  Getting exercise helps deal with stress in your body.  Take down time to to relax and don’t forget to take those deep breaths.  Deep breathing is a great way to calm yourself down especially during the test!
• Have Confidence!  You’re going to to be great.  Head into your tests and finals with confidence (even if you’re scared).  Attitude makes a big difference.   Using these tips you are going to do awesome!!!!
• Celebrate when you’re done!  Figure out a fun way to celebrate whether it’s getting a movie, having a treat, dancing to your favorite music, or maybe just hanging out with friends.