You know the feeling. You're still full from the turkey and hyped about getting some Black Friday deals, and the Christmas decorations are finally starting to come out. You're ready to go home, spend some time with your family and friends without the stress of class. The only things standing between you and that wonderful break: a few weeks of class and finals week. This is the time that could make or break your semester, and it's a stressful time. Relax. Here are five steps to surviving the last bit of fall semester.
1. Breathe.
Everything is going to be okay. Don't let the stress get to you! Meditate, do yoga, work out, listen to music, something to let the stress not overtake you.
2. Make a plan.
Assess what you have to do in the next two to three weeks of classes and exams. Go day by day on a calendar or in a planner and mark down due dates, when you should be studying, and what exams you have on what days.
3. Don't forget to have fun!
"All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy" is one of the most accurate statements I have ever heard. Don't forget to have some fun during this time too! This is the last time you'll see most of your college friends until the spring semester. Go get dinner, go get mani/pedis, whatever you want. Combine some stress relief with some bonding time!
4. Buckle down and work!
As much as you should have some fun, don't let your schoolwork get away from you! Make sure you're keeping on top of the deadlines you set and not finishing everything right before the deadline.
5. Ace those finals!
Because you're getting all your work done ahead of time, you'll be nice and rested for all of your finals, which means you're prepared to ace them and head home for a much-needed Christmas break!
Happy finals!
