Sometimes life gets pretty stressful. Many people feel stressed around big moments in their lives like final exams, prom, applying to college, or the first day of school. Stress can be a pretty dangerous thing, because it clouds our judgment and can cause physical problems like illness. It can also get in the way of our spiritual lives by fostering anger or resentment toward God.
Whether you are about to take final exams, midterms, knowing those tests are looming in the future can be pretty stressful. Don't let the stress get to you. Here are some surefire ways to make sure you are ready physically, emotionally, intellectually, and spiritually to take those exams.
1. Pray - You talk, He listens and does His jobs.
Before any study session spend a few moments praying. Sometimes people think that God is only in the most spiritual parts of their lives, but God is in every aspect of your life. He wants you to succeed. Praying can bring you closer to God and make you feel stronger and relaxed going into test time.
2. Lose the Excuses
It can be easy to put off studying until the last minute. The things going on around you can be tempting ways to procrastinate. Some teens also find excuses to fail, because they just give up learning. Exams are overwhelming. They do test your limits, but you can learn. You need to keep your pace reasonable and learn what you can. Do remember that faith to God wins everything.
3. Laugh
Laughter is really one of the best medicines. When things get stressful do the things that make you laugh. Watch a funny movie. Read a funny book. Laugh with friends and family. Take some time out to laugh at life!
4. Sleep
Sleep is another great tool in reducing stress. It is essential to allowing our bodies to recover from daily stress. You should be getting at least 6 to 8 hours of sleep per night. Pulling an "all-nighters" may seem like a way to get things done, but eventually that lack of sleep takes its toll by making you sick or cranky.
5. Keep Your Eyes Focused on God
Prayer is a big part of reducing stress, but so is keeping your focus on God. Using your devotional can be another way for you to let go of some of the things putting pressure on you. You can lose yourself for a while in the Word. It will help improve your attitude and allow you to relax away from parents, studies, and more.
8. Learn to Say "No"
When most people think of the slogan "Just Say No" they think of drugs and alcohol. However, this should be the mantra for a stressed-out student. Some stress comes from doing everything you're asked to do. There are some times when it is okay to say "no" to the requests of friends, families, teachers, and more. If it is going to add too significantly to your stress level, say so.(source from www.christianteens.about.com)
"Then Jesus said, "Come to me, all of you who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you. Let me teach you, because I am humble and gentle, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke fits perfectly, and the burden I give you is light."
Matthew 11:28-30
Matthew 11:28-30
At last, let's pray together:
Dear Father,
I need you now because I might be full of stress and anxiety. Reading your Word brings comfort, as I ask you to come and take my heavy burdens. I take each burden, one by one, and lay them at your feet. Please carry them for me so that I don't have to. Replace them with your love, care, humble and gentle yoke so that I will find rest for my soul today. I receive your gift of peace of mind and heart. Thank you that I can lie down tonight in peace and sleep. I know that you, Lord, will keep me safe. I am not afraid because you are always with me. I know that you've plans for what's ahead of me and you'll be with me wherever I go and whatever I go through. Please keep me daily, Lord, in your perfect peace.
Amen
Amen
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