{"id":396,"date":"2019-10-30T08:54:54","date_gmt":"2019-10-30T13:54:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tutoring.athletics.fsu.edu\/?p=396"},"modified":"2019-10-30T09:04:31","modified_gmt":"2019-10-30T14:04:31","slug":"managing-academic-stress","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/tutoring.athletics.fsu.edu\/?p=396","title":{"rendered":"Managing Academic Stress"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

We’re a little over halfway through the semester so things are starting to get tense. You can see the finish line, yet it’s still extremely far away. It’s okay… we’re almost<\/em> there! But in the meantime, here are some tips for both you and your students in dealing with this stressful time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is Academic Stress?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Fear of failing. Choosing and\/or changing your major. Managing your workload. Implementing effective time and task management. Balancing your social and academic lives. Meeting expectations. Competing with classmates. Participating i class. Tests. Papers. Public speaking. Grades.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Can You Do to Fight It?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Study & Work Efficiently and Effectively<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
  • Work when you are most productive (morning, noon, or night?)<\/li>
  • Remove yourself from distractions.
    • Study away from your phone, computer, etc…<\/li>
    • Go to the library or some quiet, secluded  space <\/li><\/ul><\/li>
    • Listen to music or work with friends if your task does not require 100% concentration.  <\/li>
    • Work and study in a comfortable environment <\/li>
    • Make class time more productive now to save yourself time and energy later. 
      • Don\u2019t skip class!  <\/li>
      • Pay close attention and participate.   <\/li>
      • Take detailed notes.  <\/li>
      • Ask questions immediately if you are  unclear about something.  <\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n

        Plan Ahead<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
        • Write all due dates and exams on a large calendar and check it often 
          • Don\u2019t let assignments sneak up on you! <\/li>
          • Write on the calendar when you hope to  begin an assignment and not just when it’s due<\/li><\/ul><\/li>
          • Start assignments early
            • Don\u2019t rely on cramming, it only increases  anxiety and causes confusion. <\/li><\/ul><\/li>
            • Break large assignments into smaller, more  manageable pieces. <\/li>
            • Stick to your plan \u2013 try not to break your study  sessions for impromptu social events.  <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n

              Set Realistic Goals<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
              • Realize your limitations \u2013 everyone has strengths  and weakness, don\u2019t expect to be perfect every  time. <\/li>
              • Set modest, attainable goals \u2013 not meeting large  and overwhelming goals only causes more stress<\/li>
              • Do the very best you can within your limits and  accept the outcome.  <\/li>
              • Avoid procrastination.  <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                Take Care of Yourself!<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
                • Reward hard work with breaks and treats \u2013 keep  yourself motivated!  <\/li>
                • Don\u2019t take on more than you can handle – it’s okay to say no <\/li>
                • to extracurricular events or friends sometimes<\/li>
                • Schedule time for recreation and relaxation <\/li>
                • Eat right, exercise regularly, get plenty of SLEEP.  <\/li><\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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