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MAY 20<strong>18</strong> | ISSUE MAY #67 20<strong>18</strong> | | ISSUE HEALTH #67 & WELLBEING<br />
BSc (hons), MPrac, DipCHyp, HPD, NLP (Prac)<br />
Exam Stress<br />
Taking an exam or test, be it at<br />
work, school or university can be<br />
quite daunting.<br />
It’s been few years since my university days,<br />
but I still remember the stress and anxiety I had<br />
before taking my exams. Don’t get me wrong,<br />
a little stress and anxiety before an exam or test<br />
can be a good thing because it can help keep<br />
you focused and motivated to do the work that<br />
needs to be done. But too much can lead to<br />
feeling overwhelmed, panicked and potentially<br />
underachieving in the exam.<br />
So here are a few tips to help you manage any<br />
stress or anxiety you <strong>may</strong> have relating to any<br />
work, school or university exams or assessments:<br />
BREATHING: A good breathing technique like<br />
7/11 (see my blog post ‘How to Deal with Anxiety’<br />
for further details) is worth its weight in gold<br />
when it comes to helping you relax because it<br />
induces the bodies relaxation response and it’s so<br />
discreet, it can be done almost anywhere.<br />
REGULAR BREAKS: Take regular breaks,<br />
you wont be as efficient if you revise or work for<br />
hours on end.<br />
Generally, studying in roughlyone hour blocks<br />
is suggested to be the most effective way of<br />
working, then take a break.<br />
EXERCISE REGULARLY: Exercising releases<br />
various important hormones, such as serotonin,<br />
dopamine and norepinephrine, all of which<br />
contribute towards helping you stay focused,<br />
keeping your energy levels and mood up, and<br />
keeping your stress levels down.<br />
SLEEP: The benefits of getting a good quality<br />
night’s sleep are numerous, but not getting<br />
enough sleep can have a negative effect on your<br />
memory as well as increase your stress levels, so<br />
try and avoid those ‘all nighters’ and get a good<br />
nights sleep.<br />
REMEMBER: Exam success isn’t just about<br />
being knowledgeable and knowing the right<br />
material; your state of mind also plays a big part.<br />
Having the ability to stay calm, relaxed, confident<br />
and focused can all play a vital role in helping you<br />
achieve your full potential.<br />
Elizabeth Donegan Cognitive Hypnotherapy can help with a range of problems, call me<br />
today for a free telephone consultation, with no obligation to schedule a session, to find<br />
out how I can help you make positive change in your life.<br />
T: 07946 722897 | W: www.elizabethdoneganhypnotherapy.co.uk<br />
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