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It's natural to feel stressed during the exam season, but allowing that anxious feeling
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to consume your mind and body will do you no good. In fact, being overly stressed can actually deter your chances of success
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By feeling worked up, you will send your body into fight or flight mode, and with too much
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adrenaline and cortisone flying to your brain, you will wind up feeling short of breath
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tight chested, and sick. The first way to overcome this sensation is by monitoring your breathing
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Take a big breath in through your nose for 5 seconds, and then slowly exhale through
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your mouth. By repeating this for a few minutes, you will moderate your breathing and slow down your
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heart rate, which will naturally help you relax. Another way to conquer that negative feeling is through exercise
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When engaging in regular physical activity, our bodies release a feel-good hormone, which
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instantly lifts our mood, releases unnecessary tension, and helps us relax. So if you're feeling stressed, why not go for a quick jog around the block or attend
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a local Zumba class? The third tip to help you beat the stress is to not overstudy
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Many students assume that they should get as many study sessions in as possible, but
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according to experts, this can have a negative effect. It can lead to excess amounts of stress and tension in the body, and can even cause confusion
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due to the amount of information taken in over a short space of time
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When it comes to exam preparation, it's ideal to identify what type of learner you are
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By doing so, you will find the most effective way to study
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As there are four main learning groups, you'll either be a visual, kinesthetic, reader, or
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an auditory learner. Once you've discovered what type of learner you are, you can create a study plan accordingly
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For example, if you're a visual learner, mapping out the information using graphs and
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diagrams would help. As a kinesthetic learner, acting out the material or discussing it in a small group would help
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If you're a reader, studying the material on your own would help, whereas auditory learners
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can benefit by recording themselves speaking and then playing it back. Lastly, don't forget to socialize and schedule some downtime during your exam period
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When revising, make sure you allocate some time to hang out with your friends and family
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or to go out and enjoy yourself. You should also take some time to relax before bed
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You could watch an episode of your favorite series, or even video call your bestie
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Now that you know how to beat the sweaty palms, racing heart, and sleepless nights, you'll
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be in a much better position to curb your stress for good
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