While it may just be the beginning of the semester, many people are already feeling the stress of classes, exams, and extracurriculars. Therefore, the best way to approach stress is to know how to deal with it beforehand. So here are 20 easy ways to deal with the stress of the new semester.
1. Prepare for the morning the night before
2. Don't rely on your memory...write things down!
3. Say "no" more often
4. Avoid negative people
5. Set some priorities
6. Make copies of important papers, or save them to the cloud
7. Break up large tasks into smaller portions
8. Declutter your room
9. Smile
10. Pet a dog
11. Schedule relaxation time into every day
12. Believe in yourself
13. Have goals for yourself
14. Don't procrastinate...do it today
15. Do everything in moderation
16. Stretch your limits a little each day
17. Learn to meet your own needs
18. Get to work/class early
19. Keep a journal and/or planner
20. Have a network of support, whether it be family, friends, or a pet