While not necessarily a way to offset the pressure of exams, eating well is always important but especially at this stressful time. Drink lots of water as well and take your vitamins (especially B vitamins for energy) in order to ward off post exam illnesses. I knew a girl who used to get sick after every set of exams, year after year. Don’t let this cycle of stress followed by sickness strike you!
Take care of you
You need to relax as much as you can right now. That includes your overstressed muscles. If you find yourself experiencing stiffness or pain in your neck, upper or lower back, try one of these two things for relief. Relax in a soothing bath (try some aromatherapy candles to accompany your bath- lavender and vanilla are both very calming). Epsom salts help ease tension on the body as well and are a good addition to any bath. Another idea is to get a massage. Both are highly recommended. If a professional massage is too much for your strapped budget, see if your roommate has magic fingers (and you can return the favor for him/her when necessary).
Talk out loud
Not a diehard exam stress buster but a way to feel more confident about your subject material is to read your work out loud. It may sound strange but certain work can be absorbed better if you hear it spoken aloud. I employed this method throughout my high school and college days and recommend it to everyone. I don’t believe I would have gotten the high marks I had if I hadn’t used my voice to help me learn and retain the work at hand. Try it. It might seem awkward or forced at first but it really does work. Best to do it when you are alone however, as others might not understand and think you’re a bit kooky!
Even when the pressure is on to ace your exams take time for yourself and lighten up a bit. Then go in that exam room and make it happen! Glowing grades here you come!