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Surviving Finals

This is it, guys and gals! We have made it to the end of the semester. But you know what that means? IT'S FINALS WEEK!

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Surviving Finals

Now, for some people, they shrug off finals weeks and their exams are a piece of cake. However, other people (like me) view finals week as the most stressful time of their life, especially if they don't test well.

Here are a few ways to get through finals week WITHOUT wanting to rip your hair out:

1. STUUUUUUDDDYYYYYY

Of course, this is the more "cliche" way to survive finals week. Studying can really help, people! With studying, I have always been able to take an exam and know at least a handful of things on it. Studying can be tedious and frustrating, but it does help in the long run. Sometimes, I get a few people taking the same exam together and have a group study session!

2. Rest Up

There is honestly nothing worse than taking an exam half asleep. Trust me, I understand wanting to stay up all night to study, just to make sure you know the information but you will regret it. Some say a tired mind can actually help you focus more because you know you NEED to. I just think a full night's rest is more beneficial.

3. Ask for Help!

Ahhhh, the dreaded "asking for help." For some reason, we have become so afraid of asking someone for help when it comes to almost everything we do. SOMETIMES WE JUST NEED TO! That's what professors are there for. They are there to teach you to the best of their ability. Don't be afraid to ask for clarification if you're confused on something. If there's one person who knows the material better than you do, it's the one who taught it to you.

4. Attend Class

Attendance really does matter. It's better to get the material when your professor is teaching it. Missing a few classes is perfectly fine but getting the material you need, when you need it, is what matters most. In class, you can ask questions and listen to others ask questions. You're also getting immediate responses from the professor.

5. Be Confident in Yourself

You can't make it without a little bit of confidence in yourself. Be your own motivation. Think about raising your GPA. Tell yourself, "I got this. I can do it," right before an exam. Never second guess or doubt yourself.

Grab yourself a large coffee and hit the books. It won't be easy but take a deep breath. You can do it!

Good luck on exams everyone!

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