With finals coming up next week, we want to share some ways to prioritize self-care between study time and tests. 

Get Enough Sleep 

Don’t even think about pulling an all-nighter. Prioritize sleep and get more than five hours of sleep each night. We know some of you can function on five hours of sleep, but we encourage you to sleep a little longer. Getting enough rest will help your mental and physical health. 

Plan & Prioritize 

Organize your tasks for finals week and list out your responsibilities. Prioritize by the deadline or find what works to tackle your studies. Planning the week before finals will reduce stress and save time. 

Clean Your Space 

Keeping your study area clean will keep you concentrated on your studies. A cluttered space does not help a cluttered mind when you have a lot going on.

Pour Some Fuel

Drink enough water outside of pouring coffee or tea as your everyday fuel. Stay hydrated! 

Don’t Skip Meals 

Eat enough to stay full and energized throughout the day as you study, prep, and especially during exams. It’s hard to stay focused when you’re hungry and start thinking about food. Stock up on snacks in your room and keep some in your bag, just in case. Eat a nutritious meal to feel good and stay alert. 

Know When To Say No 

With obligations outside of school, it can be difficult to say “no” to certain things. Sometimes you’ll need to decline helping in other areas or going out to town for a couple of hours. Set boundaries and know when it’s time for work and play. 

Schedule Down-Time 

Down-time looks different for everyone. You might want to hit the gym, take a walk, or treat yourself to an episode of your favorite show. Please take breaks in the mindset of finals week- you deserve it. 

We wish you the best of luck during finals week. Take care of yourself, do your best, and stay close to God. You got this!