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Dealing with Finals

Don't let the stress of finals take you off-guard!

Finals can be stressful; if handled correctly, however, you can make the final week of the semester seem like a breeze!

Don't try to cram studying into a few nights before the test; this usually results in reduced sleep and lots of unnecessary worry. Start studying for tests a few weeks in advance to really take control of your studying.

Try to maintain a healthy lifestyle during finals week. Eat well and exercise to relax and energize yourself.

Anger Management

Resolve anger issues and live happier

Some people have an explosive temper. There are several solutions and tips for fixing this, however.

One of the first steps is to just admit and accept that you have a problem. This shows that you have the initiative to consciously admit a fault and want to fix it.

When a situation that causes you anger occurs, simply remove yourself from it. There is no sense in feeding the anger.

Relaxing exercises, such as yoga and meditation, can help to relieve the pent-up stress that results in unhealthy anger.

Dealing with Stress

You may be contributing to your own stress

Stress feeds on itself and often leads to anxiety, uncertainty and loss of productivity that can affect personal relationships.

While "burning anxious energy" (smoking/drinking, lashing out at someone, or pacing frantically) may seem like it will relieve stress but it actually creates more stress.

Unhelpful habits like these help illustrate that it's often helpful to see a doctor or other professional so seek help..