Don’t ever “walk” into a test thinking you’re going to fail. Confidence really does play a role in your testing abilities, and could sway the outcome of the exam. As long as you’ve reviewed the material, and asked questions ahead of time you should be confident at some level to answer the questions in front of you.
[How to Survive Your Finals and Midterms]
So, what if you’re not ready? It’s not like your final is the SAT or LSAT, but the grade from your exam may weight heavily on your final grade for the class. It’s a snowball effect, and you don’t want to worry about playing catch up. If you find tests intimidating and you know you talk yourself out of it before you his start, then try getting a talisman or lucky charm.
Your talisman can be something as simple as a figurine, or a picture of your pet. It’s something that will divert your attention away from what’s making you nervous. Channel your strength into an inanimate object, and make sure to keep it with you for exams as a habit. You’re instilling confidence in yourself. While it may not be a four leaf clover with magic powers, it can help keep you focused and on track.
By J. Mason
Comments are closed.