The way one treats themselves at the time of exams has a direct impact on performance. Even if not consciously aware of its repercussions, recalling facts and remembering can be challenging. There could be that one concept that you miss remembering, or an important sentence or keyword that has totally been forgotten. This is why one must ensure the well-being of the mind and body.
Physical and mental preparations for NEET are equally indispensable; they both go hand in hand. One simply cannot cram and expect good results. Proper strategy and planning are key. Both mental and physical preparation for NEET is all about maintaining a sound balance. If you are engrossed in studying or solving a NEET question paper so much that you miss your meals or are not getting enough sleep, you are compromising your performance at NEET. You might just forget that which you have already learnt.
Ensure to indulge in sufficient, stipulated breaks and space out your learning. Manage time effectively around the clock by allocating time for all activities judiciously.
Follow these points:
- It is always better to stay ahead and learn in advance. This move will help retain information for a longer duration, and therefore one tends to be less stressed.
- Do not be in a hurry. Go over your notes calmly and focus without rushing into it, as it will make you absorb very little.
- Get all your doubts clarified well in advance. Predict the different types of questions that can appear for each topic in advance, the venue, and all the essential information.
- Staying calm and having a positive attitude is vital to put out your best. This makes learning and answering a lot easier. Constantly be reminded of your ultimate goal and work towards it.
- Don’t pull all-nighters, and it can have adverse effects on the body.
- Maintain healthy eating habits. Refrain from skipping meals and eat healthily.
- Get enough sleep; around 7-8 hours of sleep is a must.
- Exercise at regular intervals.
How to Effectively Manage Time
- Start using a planner or a to-do list from the very start.
- Make a note of important dates related to NEET.
- Frame weekly and monthly trackers to track your progress.
- Make a to-do list to be followed on a daily basis.
- In order for tasks to be completed in a relatively short period of time and to ensure their timely completion, break large tasks into smaller chunks.
- Structure, organise your time. If there are larger blocks of time, break study blocks into shorter chunks with enough breaks. This way, the task does not seem as intimidating.
- Make your well being a part of your plan, which includes following a healthy diet, exercise, and sound sleep.
- No one wants to study all day; space out your learnings.
- Ensure to frame a flexible schedule.
How to deal with more than one exam at the same time?
Students who are taking up NEET, take up board examinations prior to it. At times, there is a very little time gap between both these examinations. This state is unavoidable, and one must accordingly plan their actions as dates are announced well in advance. It is in these times that your actual time management game and study habits are put to the test. Do not get anxious or stressed out. Have a calm approach even if you have multiple exams. Stay focussed and understand the ground rules of each exam. One big advantage is that the syllabus for NEET and board exams are more or less the same. You can refer to a few NEET sample paper and board examination papers to get a gist of the actual examination, the type of questions appearing, and plan accordingly.
