Exams can be an excessive burden and stress for the student, especially if during the academic year we have not performed enough and we have left the entire study load for the last days. In this article we are going to give you a series of tips especially of the things that you should not do before an exam. Not doing them can help you focus better on the test you have to pass and therefore get a better grade.
What not to do in the two days before the exam?
Here is a summary of what not to do in those two days prior to the exam:
- If you have saved all or most of your subject matter for last, We have to put your feet on the ground and tell you that if there are many subjects that you must study, you will not have time to study everything in the previous two days. Studying everything during that short period of time will only increase your nerves when you see that you do not arrive on time and have a lack of sleep from staying overnight "making up for lost time." Be realistic and plan well what you can study to study in those two days ... Give priority to the most important topics.
- Do not take pills or exciting drinks... A little coffee or Coca Cola may be enough to concentrate better but do not gorge yourself on them. Do not abuse, because they will excite you too much and it can cause the opposite unwanted effect: nervousness, over-excitement, lack of concentration and lack of rest.
What not to do the hours before an exam?
- Don't stay up late studying y sleep at least 6 to 7 hours. Rest is essential to be well the next day.
- Do not drink alcoholic beverages. These will only make you go with a certain mental "retardation" preventing you from giving your all on that exam.
- Do not go with a very heavy stomach. Eat something light, since going with a too full stomach will only make you sleepy and therefore ease the lack of concentration.
- Don't go out in just the right time ... Please arrive 10-15 minutes in advance. In this way you can choose the place that makes you feel the most comfortable and you will not have the pressure that you are late for an exam.
How to Live Aligned with tips for upcoming exams we tell you that:
- Good planning on time is essential to be able to study the entire syllabus.
- Follow a study technique that makes it easier for you to assimilate and memorize concepts in the shortest possible time.
- Do one hour of sports a day for 3-4 days a week. Sport will help you disconnect for a while and help you feel more relaxed and calm.
Luck!