3 Tips to Prioritize Self-Care During Finals Season

By Lauren McGuire

Holiday blues got you down? Finals season got you stressed out? This time of the semester can bring heightened stress for anyone. It’s important to take care of your mind and body during this busy season.

Try these three tips to practice some necessary self-care:

1. Practice deep breathing

   Notice how your body feels when your lungs are full. And while you exhale, pay attention to the release that happens. Take note of any emotions you feel. Allow yourself to feel them without judgement.

2. Get some good sleep

   Sleeping well is a way to thank your body for carrying you through the day. And when you lie down to sleep, let go of the day’s troubles and rest. Drinking chamomile tea, diffusing lavender oil, and yoga are all natural ways to help improve sleep.

3. Practice self-compassion

   Your grades do not define your worth as a person. While it may seem like this exam is the most important thing in the world, you matter more than the sum of your work. Practicing a few daily affirmations is an easy way to encourage yourself while also being kind.

Remember that there is a light at the end of the tunnel, and a much deserved break is within grasp – you’ve got this!