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The last school year is always connected with stress. All these exams are coming up... Is it familiar to you? Do you feel anxious about your exam time?

Without a doubt, every person who is going to have exams is worried about the exam sessions and the results of this challenge. So, it is important to know how to control your emotions and be successful during the exam period.

Here are some strategies that will help you to cope with stress and anxiety.

1. Positive thoughts. Take into account some cheerleading statements such as "I will do my best!" or "I know the stuff that is going to appear during the exam!". Forget about negative ones that deep you into a nervous breakdown such as "I can't do this!" or "It is too difficult and I am going to fall!". They can certainly distract you from creating a positive attitude about your abilities and skills.
2. Enough sleep. When you prepare for an exam, revise everything before going to bed. It will help you to remember what you have learned. Don't neglect sleep. If you stay preparing until 2 or 3 a.m., you won't get sufficient power to think properly in the morning. As a result, it will lead to a total failure during the exam session.
3. A good talk. Talk to someone who is in the same situation as you are. It may be a classmate or a friend who went through this period and can support you during this exam marathon. It is also a good idea to share your thoughts with a teacher or a parent, as talking with a more experienced adult can make you feel better and see the perspective of your work.
4. Physical activity. It's common knowledge that exercising is a good way to relieve stress. Try swimming, running or jogging and build it into your timetable. It will leave you feeling calm and fresh.
5. Eat properly. The food you eat can affect how you feel both emotionally and physically. Besides, food contains nutrients and vitamins that can make your brain function better. Indulge yourself with nuts, chocolate or dried fruits: they transport glucose into your brain, and you can feel energetic and strong.

Of course, the list of life hacks on how to overcome stress can be continued depending on what effect you want to expect. Can you work out some more? In any case, try to listen to your body, it will probably suggest a suitable solution to how to reduce your stress level.

It is important to cope with stress because

• it can help you to overcome difficulties
• you will be able to control your thoughts
• you can be successful

Cheerleading statements are essential because

• they create a positive attitude
• they distract you from failure
• they deep you into stress

To get sufficient power to think properly during the exam,

• you need to have enough sleep
• you need to study before going to bed
• you need to neglect sleep

Another thing that helps you to overcome exam stress is

• supportive family and friends
• talking to strangers
• understanding teachers, friends or parents

The idea of exercising during exam session implies

• taking up some physical activities
• doing some extra work
• feeling relieved and calm

Eating dried fruit, nuts and chocolate

• helps your brain to function better
• leads to diabetes
• helps your body to feel stronger