Taking an exam is no easy task. But there's no need to make studying a nightmare. Here are 5 tips to help you be well prepared before the big day.
Use time management techniques.
The Pomodoro Technique helps optimize your performance and combat procrastination by dividing your work time into 25-minute chunks, interspersed with 5-minute breaks. By dedicating a set amount of time to a specific task, you'll avoid distraction and the frustration of not seeing your revision progress.
Vary the pleasures.
To better memorize your lessons, change your study location or study partner. By associating each topic with a specific element, you'll be less likely to mix things up.
Take useful breaks.
Breaks are essential for staying efficient, but there's nothing stopping you from making the most of them. Debate with your friends, explain your topics to outsiders; this step back will allow you to better assimilate the information by removing it from the context of revision.
Eat well.
Studying for an exam often means running out of time. During these times, it's easy to reach for sweets, chocolates, and other treats to ease the long wait. However, having a balanced and varied diet is even more important during your revision and exam periods. Here's how to optimize your diet and boost your energy to improve your study time: eat protein, starchy foods, and especially fruits and vegetables (just like you usually do, right?). That said, don't hesitate to treat yourself too; you deserve it! For a 100% pleasurable break.
Relax.
All this revision imposes a very fast pace on you and keeps your mind constantly occupied. It's hard to think about anything other than the upcoming exam. That's why it's important to take a break and clear your mind from time to time during this difficult period. And what better way to think about something other than a little physical activity? Summer and the beautiful days are back. So go outside and clear your mind with an hour's walk. Go for a swim in the pool. Go for a bike ride or go to the gym. Organize a tennis match, soccer match, or other activity with your friends who will also be happy to take a break from their revision. In short, try to have fun to think about something else. This will allow you to get back into your exam preparation feeling remotivated. What's more, the endorphins secreted by your body following a sporting activity will put you in an excellent mood to get back to work! PS: Be careful when doing any physical activity during this period. The fatigue caused by your revision can lead to injury. Getting injured is the last thing you need right now! Take it easy.
Sleep well.
We've all pulled an all-nighter. Can we really say that the following day was productive? The answer is no. During your exam period, it's even more important to get a good night's sleep. Indeed, the fatigue caused by a lack of sleep can only lead to a decrease in your concentration during your revisions and therefore your performance on the day. So, let's get rid of the idea that long all-night revisions will have a positive impact; on the contrary, it has been proven that sleep in general, and in particular the use of short naps, can boost memory and learning abilities.
No stress.
It's here. The big day has arrived. There's no need to doubt your abilities. Your preparation has been long and conscientious (at least, we hope so). Now it's time to focus and give it your best.
In summary.
No need to stress. You're ready!
