Why not jingle all the way through Christmas prep?
It’s the most wonderful (and sometimes stressful) time of the year!
With the scent of pine and gingerbread in the air, you’re also facing down a stack of revision notes for those all-important mock exams.
But worry not. You don’t have to choose between acing your exams and embracing the festive spirit!
Here’s how to sprinkle some cheer into your study schedule.
Deck the Halls … and Your Desk!
Bring Christmas magic to your revision space.
- Drape twinkly fairy lights across your bookcase or round your desk
- Light a holiday-scented candle (if safe!)
- Play a cosy Christmas playlist (instrumental versions are great for focus!) Maybe pass on the Maria Carey numbers..
A study space that feels warm and inviting can instantly boost your mood and motivation.
The Pomodoro Present
Use the Pomodoro brain training technique, but give it a festive twist!
Instead of endless, draining hours, break your study time into focused 25-minute sprints followed by a five-minute festive break.
In that time, you could:
- Snaffle a mince pie with a mug of hot chocolate
- Hang ornaments on the tree
- Watch a clip of a favourite Christmas movie
Knowing a little reward is just around the corner makes that 25 minutes fly by! We promise…
Bake Your Breaks
Instead of just doom scrolling on social media during a longer break, get baking.
Bake a small batch of cookies in the air fryer while you verbally quiz yourself on history dates or chemical formulas.
It’s a win-win-win! You get a break, a tasty treat, and an extra revision session to boot.
Plan Yuletide Treats
Check your mock exam timetable before strategically blocking out time for key festive events.
Whether it’s the family dinner, a trip to a Christmas market, or movie night with your mates, put it on the calendar.
Knowing you have guilt-free, planned downtime waiting for you will help you stay focused during your study blocks.
Remember, Christmas is about enjoying some time out – while mocks are a step towards achieving your goals.
Stay disciplined, enjoy the small, sparkly moments, and you’ll sleigh (sic..!) those exams!
And if some of you enterprising students have holiday revision tutor sessions built into your holiday time, well done indeed.
Best of luck in all your exams!
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