Relaxation techniques for exam anxiety
As part of my mini series on supporting exam anxiety.
1. Physical activity helps to use up stress hormones and compete a stress response. Find something you enjoy -bouncing on the trampoline, dancing, kicking a football in the park or a walk with the dog.
2. Planned breaks from screens. This can help support the nervous system and support good sleep. Avoid screens late at night if possible. Have planned breaks from your studies.
3. Get daylight when you can (helps support sleep and general good health). Take a snack into the garden or if time a walk round the park or weekend walk. The green space itself can lower stress hormones. Even looking out of the window at greenery can help!
4. Breath work - you can’t beat a really good deep breath in and a longer exhale!
5. Have a try at tapping/EFT. Look at YouTube for a demo. It can help release tension and unhelpful thoughts.
