Take a break
It’s that time of the year again: the pre-final craze that has Uni students going out of their minds. Spring sports are wrapping up, semester papers are due, AP tests are going on, and finals are in two weeks. It’s an important time to pay (more) attention in class and to procrastinate as little as possible.
As a sophomore, I haven’t had to worry too much about standardized tests. However, I felt like a slacker after hearing that some of my classmates are already taking four AP exams. Considering that I’m already completely stressed out with the tests and papers for my classes, I find it astonishing that these people manage to squeeze time out of their busy schedules to study for extra exams.
Even though it’s almost finals week, everyone should still try to loosen up a little. I’m not suggesting people to slack off, but everyone should try to do something relaxing each day. Maybe go for a fifteen-minute walk around your neighborhood in the evening to clear your mind. Or if your brain hurts from studying too much, go to another room and listen to some music or read a magazine for a few minutes.
These mini-breaks will bring temporary relief from all the stress that’s been accumulating for the past eight months. As a Uni student, you’ve probably experienced times when you stare at a passage from your flowchart book only to realize afterwards that you didn’t understand anything that was written. By taking these breaks every hour or two, you’ll actually become more alert and productive when you go back to doing your homework.
—Elaine Gu