HEALTHY HABITS TCALM YOUR NERVES BEFORE AN EXAM AND IMPROVE YOUR RESULTS

 NATURALLY CALM YOUR NERVES BEFORE AN EXAM AND IMPROVE YOUR RESULTS

HEALTHY HABIT 1

                                                                     

STUDY IN ADVANCE RATHER THAN CRAMMING

Exams and studying are stressful, it`s tempting to cram the night before, in all honesty, that`s what I used to do. But, if you get organized it makes a massive difference! Do plenty of study in advance so you can get proper sleep while you are studying and especially avoid that late night/all night cram before each exam. I`ll be the first to admit, cramming was my study method for years, and honestly, there is value to having everything you need stuffed into your short term memory, but it isn`t the best way.

Being organised in advance will help reduce your stress and anxiety simply due to the mental knowledge you have. You know how much preparation you have done. You know how much you know about the subjects being tested, and you know you are prepared. That goes a long way to reducing stress and anxiety. Not to mention, knowing what you know means you can relax before an exam. You might still choose to review your notes while you wait to start the exam, but it`s not a last ditch effort to make sure you know it, because you already know you know it.

HEALTHY HABIT 2 

AVOIDING ALCOHOL AND SUGARY BEVERAGES

For many students, the final year of school is the time of parties and alcohol consumption, but excessive alcohol consumption has been shown to affect both short-term and long-term memory . Persistent overdose of alcohol can damage the hippocampus, a part of the brain that is important for memory function . Overdose of sugar has been shown to lead to poor memory and decreased brain volume . However, these are not only soft drinks, but also energy drinks. Energy drinks are usually full of sugar, which can boost energy, but sugar can hurt your memory. Instead of relying on these drinks to take the exam, use other methods such as sleep, exercise, and aromatherapy to improve your energy levels. Reducing sugar intake is also good for your general health and well-being, which can improve your energy level and general state of mind.

Instead, drink plenty of water. Of course, if you want to change the water, season with lemon, orange, or berry wedges.

HEALTHY HABIT 3 

REGULAR SLEEP

Regular sleep is important for quality, both during the study and on the eve of each exam. Our brain builds memory during sleep, strengthening synapses and making it easier to remember what we have learned every day . If you don't get enough sleep every night, you're missing out on this memory integration. Also, don't forget to sleep soundly the night before the exam. Yes, I want to stuff it all the way through, but if I don't sleep much or at all, I can feel sick on the day of the exam. This does not help you remember things, nor does it help your self-confidence. Another side effect of sleep deprivation is increased anxiety and hypersensitivity. This doesn't work very well in the exam. This is exacerbated by energy drinks and caffeine. The best solution is to get a lot of sleep.

HEALTHY HABIT 4 

REGULAR EXERCISE

Much research has been done on the effects of exercise on cognitive function and memory. The results show that just 15 minutes of training on an exercise bike is sufficient to improve cognitive and memory skills . Regular exercise has been shown to improve the growth and development of neurons in the brain Exercise promotes not only mental performance but also physical fitness. Two birds and one stone, even when you have to do something you don't like.

HEALTHY HABIT 5

REGULAR, SHORT BREAKS

You may want to pack as much "learning" as possible for as long as possible, but it is important to take short breaks on a regular basis while you are not absorbing or processing information. This gives your body and mind the opportunity to rest and regenerate, and it gives your brain the opportunity to process what you just ingested. Studies since it was first identified over 100 years ago have shown that 1015 minutes of breaks can be inserted between research topics to improve memory. Instead of watching TV, playing games, or doing household chores, spend this time thinking about what you have learned, walking, and meditating. If possible, I would like to divide the study time into blocks of 1520 minutes with a 10 minute break in between.

HEALTHY HABIT 6

EATING WELL

What you put in your body greatly contributes to what you get from it. Choosing health foods makes a big difference. Eating a diet high in anti-inflammatory foods can improve your memory. That means lots of fruits, vegetables, and teas, especially herbal teas. This type of diet has been shown to reduce the risk of cognitive decline and studies on the consumption of foods such as blueberries and strawberries, which are particularly rich in antioxidants such as flavonoids and anthocyanins, have helped memory. It makes a big difference .

A natural compound contained in turmeric, has a strong anti-inflammatory effect on the brain. It reduces inflammation in the brain and reduces the amount of amyloid plaques that accumulate in neurons in the brain

Why is it important? These plaques cause cell and tissue death, which causes memory loss. It may not be a big deal when you are young, but it can be a little helpful, especially when preparing for the next chapter in your life, whether it's college education or professional life. Well, I know, sometimes when stressful you just need some comfortable food.

Chocolate can also be high in flavonoids! The darker the chocolate (and the less sugar), the better. A study shows that people who consume flavonoid-rich dark chocolate have better memory than those who consume flavonoid-free white chocolate.

HEALTHY HABIT 7 

LISTENING TO CLASSICAL MUSIC WHILE STUDYING

There is a lot of research on the impact of music on learning, and as the debate continues, one becomes clear. Classical music is useful for learning. Classical music called the Mozart effect doesn't make you smarter, as some suggest, but like everything else on this list, it focuses on what you've learned. Useful for. Personally, I've found that the way I concentrate while studying makes a big difference, and I definitely remember it well. I'll be completely honest with you, I wasn't sure for a long time, I thought all the music would be distracting. I decided to try classical music and found it useful immediately. At first, I thought it was because distractions became less important. It's easy to get distracted anyway, but let's face it. It's very easy to get distracted while studying. Driving a car or singing birds can be distracting while studying. Classical music has reduced it. I soon realized that classical music not only reduces distractions, but also reduces wandering in my mind and allows me to remember things better.

Highly recommended to give it a try!