I am feeling extremely stressed! jee main is just approaching and i am still unable to get confidence over my preparation. please guide me. everyday is going bad . i can't focus on my preparation due to this stress . how can i get out of this . please?

1. Try to get up early and get to bed before 12 a.m. because our brains keep popping up with needless thoughts late at night, making us feel stressed out, therefore it's best to sleep early.

2. Have faith in yourself and believe that you have already done your best and that you cannot undo what has already happened.

Hi.

Believe it or not, pressure and stress handling is a part of learning process and a crucial, common for all aspect, when preparing for JEE Mains.

You need to have faith in your self study and material you studied. Furthermore, have confident in yourself and your hard word for this exam. I know it is easier said than done. I will share a few tips with you that you can try to bust your examination stress and work better in your self study time.

1. Take regular breaks and schedule in fun things to look forward to

Even the most intense exam timetables will allow a little time for a study break. This can include 20-minute breaks during your revision day, and longer activities that you can look forward to. Go out for dinner with friends, go to the cinema, attend a gig, anything that you like doing in your spare time that will take your mind off exams. Spending a little time away from the books will leave you feeling more refreshed and relaxed the next time you revise.

2. Don’t (always) listen to others

As the old saying goes: "comparison is the thief of joy". While it is helpful to discuss topics with fellow students and often to revise together, try not to compare other peoples' revision to your own.

3. Speak to someone

If the stress gets to a point where it is overwhelming, and is affecting your day-to-day life, try and speak to someone about it. Open up to a family member or a friend about the pressure you feel.

4. Eat, sleep and exercise well

Pulling all-nighters, surviving on a poor diet, and getting minimal amounts of movement into your day can increase symptoms of anxiety. For your body's best performance, make sure you're getting 8/9 hours of sleep, enough slow-release carbs, less caffeine and more water, and at least half an hour of exercise per day.

5. Set realistic goals

Setting realistic goals, whether you have several weeks, days or hours before your exam, helps you to put everything into perspective. Acceptance of your situation and working within the realms of what you have maximises your productivity without the risk of burning yourself out.

I hope this helps.

Be Confident. You can do it.

Best of Luck

Dear aspirant

The last few days before the exam are crucial and usually stressful. It is important to stay positive and have faith in your abilities. You can also indulge in meditation or yoga to calm your mind. It will not only improve your concentration level but also rejuvenate your mind.

Sleep plays an important role in a student’s life. It improves cognitive performance and learning potential. A sleep deprived brain can lead to fatigue and reduced concentration level. Make sure you get enough sleep in the remaining days before the exam. A sound sleep of 8 hours especially the night before the exam day is essential to perform energetically in the exam. Apart from that, it is important to stay healthy and take utmost care of yourself especially in the times of COVID-19 pandemic. Eat nutritious, healthy and home cooked food only. Sip hot water, wash your hands regularly and stay at home.

All the best