Life & Exam Stresses

None can evade stress. Students succumb to stress of examination. This is caused by fear of underperformance. Sometimes peer pressure and competition, expectations of teachers and parents, and gruelling study schedules make students stressed and create havoc in their lives. Psychologists say that to a limited extent, examination stress might be desirable, because it usually functions as a catalyst that helps the students stay focused on their studies. It means a permissible level of stress works as magic for the sustenance of concentration. However, stress beyond what we may call the Plimsoll Line must be overcome and treated with care and caution, that too in time, otherwise it may have fatal repercussions both on the mental and physical condition of the students. To bust examination stress, students must chalk out a flawless plan to study. Setting a realistic goal on the basis of honest assessment too may prove to be an effective antidote to stress. Speaking to parents and teachers about what worries you may also be helpful. Sticking to what you have planned and evaluating your performance at regular intervals may prevent you from becoming vulnerable to the worries and tension. Set aside some time regularly for meditation and quiet reflection that bring peace to the mind, enlightens the soul and comforts the body. Finally, examination is not something for which you need to compromise your life, the most precious gift of Almighty God. If you put your life on the line, that could bring trouble for you and your near-and-dear ones.

Source: Economic Times, 4/04/2019