Hey girl hey. And boy.
It’s exam season encore. For me, exams are in only 3 days but I know others finished or are in their second week or who knows? Maybe it’s Australia and you’re still on Unit 1. I’m actually really glad I’m in Canada because there are 4 exams per semester but I know France and Jordan have like wack amounts of exams at the end of the year. If you let Canadians write a European exam, we’ll all be like
Sorry guys, this is becoming like the grandma gif but I know I personally struggle with studying ahead of time. I usually like to cram everything in study sessions. The thing is, if you understand the topic, you won’t need to study as much. But it also takes time to refresh your mind so I hope these tips help. Without further ado, here are 7 tips to not have a mental breakdown right before exams.
1. Stay Hydrated
I know I’m terrible at this one but dehydration is a big no-no when studying. Keep a bottle next to you and I like to keep salty snacks to encourage more water intake.
2. Study in the Daytime
Now my mind works best at night but you can’t deny that the sun really makes a difference when it comes to studying. Open those windowns sisss.
3. Healthy Snacks
I like sticking to protein filled snacks like peanuts, almonds and dark chocolate. I can’t eat and study at the same time but I like to eat this right before or in between breaks (that I take toooo much of).
4. Keep a Course Outline on Hand
Our french teacher gave us ours at the beginning of the year but just take a look at a checklist of the different units you did so you’re aware of what you need to study if you don’t have a clear review sheet.
5. Uninstall Social Media
I actually find this one incredibly hard even after 6 months of on-and-off social media cleansing but try your best to just completely uninstall everything that distracts you and maybe come back after a good chunk of studying. Let it go because the only thing getting you into higher achievements is studying not likes and commentsss.
6. Have a Clean Space
I used to ignore this tip until recently and a clean room = a productive day. Seriously, make your bed. Clean up your floor and the emptiness will relax you. I don’t think empty is the right word but lack of clutter – same thing.
7. Sharp Pencils
Okay so this may be really weird but sharp pencils are a must. Or if you like pens, switch up the colours. Stationary can go a long way if it feels smooth and neat.
8. Exercise
Okay so I’m a huge hypocrite for saying this because I don’t do it often but I worked out this morning and felt way more productive after. It will make you feel less like a slob and more like a boss. Whether it’s the gym, at-home workouts or a walk, move a little before taking a study session.

this is my soulmate
9. Fake It ’til You Make It
Dress like you’re about to conquer the world. Okay maybe not conquer but don’t just chill with a t shirt and ripped jeans. Tie your hair, dress a little more put together and do it for yourself and productivity. Today, I’m wearing a jumper and cardigan and I just took a shower. It makes you feel way better, trust meee.
10. Study Somewhere Comfortable
I love studying on my bed but others might like the library. Whatever works best for your productivity – you should go for it!

okay but maybe without so many dogs
Anddd that’s all for today.
What are your top exam tips?
When are your exams?
I’ll see you all in my next post.
Bayyy. ๐
Amazing tips, I’ll keep those in mind when I study for my finals :p I love studying during the day, I am not a night owl :p
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Thank you so much!! So glad this helped โค hahaha I do a bit of both but I like early mornings and late nights.
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I actually had my first non-calc Maths paper today and UGH I feel like I didnโt do as well as I could have done? Like Iโm pretty sure I got over 75%, and I revised for 3 hours the day before… but I could have done better, if that makes sense? Girlll I literally NEVER exercise – I know, I know ๐ Iโm literally THE laziest person ever… I do walk to school everyday though, and I prefer walking to other sports (I donโt even know if walking is a sport but oh well :p).
Anyways, thank you SO MUCH for this post! You literally posted this at the perfect time – Iโm definitely saving this post! Thanks for the tips!!
UniquelyMe โ๏ธ
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Noooo girl you gotta believe in yourself. But I get that feeling when I either a). feel so confident after a test like sis I bombed that (probably shouldn’t use bombed or else the fbi will @ me) but you get what I mean or b). mentally drained and about to rant to 30 people. HONESTLY me neither but I’m trying a little bit every day ๐ Yesss walking often is so good!! NPPPP I hope this helpeddd โค
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Awhh thank youuu girl! Haha thatโs literally me ๐ LOL the FBI will @ me ๐ญ๐๐ Haha definitely, walking soothes me
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Good luck with your exams!!
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Thank you! xo
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These are all great tips. i’m having to do school over the summer so i’m gonna be stealing them okay? Okay.
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“anna ou” – me, reading this title of this post while I’m supposed to be studying. thanks for the tips ๐
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elsa ou – I know, I’ll stop being corny. ๐ That will be me on the first question of exams. Thanks for reading and nppp!
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I really like your tips! I always forget to write an outline beforehand, but I totally agree they always help!
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Thank you so much!! I keep the teacher’s copy but I should definitely do it more often as well. Glad you found this helpful!!
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these tips are perfect XD I always lounge in a shirt and shorts but perhaps after all if I took myself seriously things would get done. Also the app thing!!
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XFGVSGYSHYHB Thank youuuu! โค Hahahah yes fake it til you make it. I'm currently wearing pyjamas and procrastinated every 0.2 seconds so it's time to change. I failed at the app thing but for the next two days – finitooo!
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Girl, youโre doing exams meanwhile Iโm over here having the time of my life with Summer ๐โบ๏ธ Girl, youโre doing exams meanwhile Iโm over here having the time of my life with Summer ๐โบ๏ธ. Just kidding I hope you get all the grades you wanted.
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EFHSBUGHJYVS early vacationnnn :(((( I’m catching up in a week! ๐ Thank you sooo much – have a great summer!!
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Thank you YouTube. Iโm just posting on here. But Iโm so busy
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Girl, as a college student, amazinggggg tips!! ๐๐๐
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Aaaaah thank you Lizzy!!!! Glad you found them helpful! โค
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No problem!! โค
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I find that I always do better when I exercise the night before an exam!
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Oooh thank you so much for that tip!!!
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Great tips! I’m on break right now but I have to start studying for the SATs super early. *begins whining* Hopefully these will help me out this year!
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Thank you! Ah lucky but I guess I’m luckier because there’s a week left til summer vacay I’m so happysbsgshjs ๐ Good luck on your studies!
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These are super useful tips except like, I dont really um… struggle with studying ๐. Am I a psycho? Probably. The worst part: I find taking notes fun… Anyways, great post!!
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Thank you! Omg Josh please teach me I’m such a procrastinator and just think I can wing it but dont? Irhsgysjsbsfaiajfss YO I love taking neat notes but my hands get tired after a while. Tysm!!
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100% agree with everything you said! These all help me too except I learnt it the hard way. Wish I had your post before to figure it out ๐Great advice!
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Thank you so much!!!! Dhsgsysjsbtsysb saaaame – it’s okay I think the things we learn on our own we implement better. Tysm!!
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I actually can’t concentrate fully during daytime. I’m more active at night, like an owl XD.
Great post gurll! I’ll keep these tips in mind
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Righ!?! That’s when I did more math but note taking I like during the day. Thank you so much – all the best!!
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Hey Bayance๐
These tips are so good – and so true! I always do something active before studying so I don’t feel like the walking dead ๐ Also staying hydrated is so important! I find the biggest struggle I have is concentration – I do all these things and sit down to study and then nothing seems to stick in my head which is kinda a pain.
Great tips though, and so helpful. Studying can be so boring without food and snacks!
Amber xx
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YASSSS I totally relate!! Hahahhaha I love that tip!!! And omg yes it depends on my mood. Sometimes I’m so focused and sometimes I’m so out of it and I’m like brain, make up your mindddd. Hehe, get it? The brain is the mind…yeah I’ll stop now.
Trueee
Thanks so much for reading!!
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