It’s that dreary time of the year when some kids just want to pull the blanket over their heads and vanish — like their favourite cartoon characters who magically disappear when trouble shows up. They’d rather reappear once exams are over, hoping to hear they’ve passed with flying colours and can step into the next class without a worry in the world.

On the other hand, some kids are just so enthusiastic that the challenges exams bring fills them with excitement, but we all know this lot is rare! Let’s talk about those in the majority, who dread the exam monster.

Yes, this is the time for which you’ve been prepared all year at school, as the final examinations shape your future, determine your grades and make you realise the true weight of all the lessons you have learnt… how much you have actually understood, and how well you can apply that knowledge under pressure.

Whether you’re in the middle of your exams or the exams are looming nearer and nearer, I hope you haven’t lost your cool to give this academic year a proud end.

Let’s have a quick roundup and this isn’t to stress you out, but to help you figure out where to tweak things.

Are you following a routine?

If yes, great! If not, it’s never too late to start. Even a simple plan for the next few days can help. Set a study slot, keep it consistent and make sure you’re covering both your strengths and the topics that still feel hazy.

Although managing time is not something new, we keep reminding ourselves that time management is the key not just for success, but to keeping most of our problems in check. If not success, at least it brings a sense of control over the chaos around us.

So, keep your daily routine in check. Don’t........

© Dawn Young Magazine