The weeks leading up to vacation are arguably the most stressful times of the year since it seems like every teacher tries to jam in a test right before the holidays. To keep me from going crazy during these weeks, there are several things I do every day that could help you too. Here’s how it goes:

1. As soon as you get home from school, get yourself something to eat. Although it may just be a theory that blueberries help your memory, it doesn’t mean you can’t try. Every day before a test, I make sure to eat some blueberries. I recommend the jumbo-sized ones from Balducci’s. I usually also drink some water or caffeinated iced tea if I’m feeling extra tired. Make sure not to spend too much time snacking and chatting!
2. When you finish eating, find yourself a quiet workspace. When I first arrive in my workspace, I usually list the order in which I want to complete my non-studying homework. These are mostly just worksheets, textbook questions, readings, and videos. It is essential to get this done promptly to keep yourself on task. I usually reserve about an hour and a half at most to make time for the rest of my work. 
3. When done with the non-studying work, I like to go on a quick walk around the block. It is important to take breaks between your work to make sure you don’t jam your brain. I usually take a mile-long walk that takes about fifteen to twenty minutes. 
4. After the walk, I immediately take a long, hot shower to refresh myself. Next, I have dinner and make sure that I do not procrastinate too much, yet reserve enough time to enjoy my meal and check in with my family.
5. Now, it’s time to study. I have a pattern to my studying leading up to a test which I call the 15-minute rule. I begin studying for the test a week in advance, and I study for fifteen minutes that first night and an additional fifteen minutes each day going forward. I love this method because it can be hard to get yourself to study that far in advance, but it is a different story when it is only fifteen minutes. I usually stop myself from studying past 10:30 PM so that there is time to relax before going to sleep.
6. Now, this brings me to my favorite, relaxing part of the night. My mom always says that a night of good sleep is the best thing you could do for yourself the day before a test. That is why I always reserve about forty minutes to watch television a night. I tend to watch comfort shows such as New Girl, How I Met Your Mother, and Friends before tests because a good laugh always relieves my stress.
7. I make sure to be asleep by 11:30 PM at the latest to ensure I can focus on the test and perform the best I possibly can the next day.

Finally, the most important thing to remember is to have a good mindset. Believe that you will do well, and after each test you take, you will be one step closer to it being break. Good luck on all of your tests, and I hope this guide benefits you!