How to cope with anxiety: 10 tips from psychologists from Places of Power
Exams, deadlines, constant "must", "make it", "don't stop". When everything piles up, it's easy to lose yourself. In this article, we've collected simple tips from a psychologist that will help you reduce pressure, get your head in order and breathe a little.
1. Start with the easy, then the difficult — and then the easy again 📚
When preparing for exams or tests, don’t immediately jump into the most difficult tasks. We recommend starting with easy material, then moving on to more difficult ones, and finishing with easier topics again. This way your brain gradually warms up, and then gets a kind of “unloading”. This maintains motivation and reduces stress levels.
2. Maintain a healthy sleep schedule 😴
The best time to sleep is between 10 p.m. and 8 a.m. Teenagers often ignore this advice, but quality sleep is critical for your brain and nervous system. When you get enough sleep, you can focus better, remember information, and cope with stressful situations more effectively. Try to stick to this schedule, at least during busy study periods.
3. Eat right 🍎
Coffee is not a superhero. Protein + vitamins work better - this simple truth is often forgotten when we try to overcome fatigue. Your brain needs quality fuel: protein for long-lasting energy and vitamins for optimal nervous system function. Fruits, nuts, yogurt - these foods will help you maintain clarity of thought.
4. Find a balance between studying and relaxing 🐕
Sometimes the best thing you can do for productivity is… do nothing about studying! Physical activity in the fresh air stimulates your brain better than an hour of extra cramming. Your brain is not a computer and cannot work efficiently without interruption.
5. Set limits on gadgets 📱
Gadget detox – This tip is especially relevant in an age where our phones constantly bombard us with notifications. Try setting specific times for a “digital detox,” especially before bed and during class. This will help you focus better and reduce the anxiety that social media often causes.
6. Praise yourself for small steps ⭐
We criticize ourselves for the smallest mistakes, but forget to celebrate our small victories. Praise stimulates your brain to produce positive hormones that counteract anxiety.
7. Find time for a hobby 🎨
Hobbies are not a luxury, but a necessity. Find time for what gives you energy. Drawing, sports, music, reading, dancing - anything that evokes positive emotions in you helps fight anxiety and stress.
8. Use lists to declutter your mind 📝
By writing down your thoughts, fears, or action plan on paper, you literally “unload” your brain. And then, when you achieve a result, rereading these notes will help you realize how many obstacles you have already overcome.
9. Seek support when things are difficult 🤗
In moments of anxiety, imagine that the exams are behind you. Try to think about the stressful situation in a broader context. In a year, you are unlikely to remember this test.
10. And most importantly… 💫
Remember: anxiety is a natural reaction, but you can learn to manage it rather than let it manage you. And also register for classes in the Place of Power, cool events, like-minded people, and professional support are always waiting for you! Come, and together we will find the path to balance and inner peace 💙
