Here it is again…a week to stress over, a week to cry about, a week to hate everything about school. Because your future depends on you passing this test, so you can pass a class, in order to pass the interview right? We put all of this stress on us for the end goal…

But what if the end goal isn’t worth all of those tears, those sleepless nights or the anxiety attacks. Every college kid dreads this week. If you know anyone who actually loves finals send them my way, I would love to meet this person. But in my past 4…or 5 (victory lap) years in college I’ve learned a few ways to get through this dreaded week without having a complete meltdown.

1.Get some sleep. – Yes, I know you need to cram in order to pass but your body needs rest in order to perform at the best of its ability. So study but then GO TO SLEEP.

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2.Take a deep breath – We get overworked, stressed, and pissed at the Professor for this awful review “she didn’t go over any of this all year and now she expects us to know it all?” Yes, we all get that way. Take a deep breath and just continue to study.

3.Pray – Life doesn’t go our way, it’s not a ride in the park, and 5 tests in one week doesn’t help because on top of taking care of your dog, kid, work, and all the other responsibilities you now have five tests to ACE. Sit down have a minute to yourself and pray. Ask God to help you balance life, work, and school. Ask for patience and motivation. And thank him for having the opportunity to even go to school because not everyone is as blessed as you are.

It’s a hard week for us all but remember you’re almost done. Keep yourself in the right mindset because soon enough school will be something that’s in your past and that end goal will become your reality.