In the middle of your very own hell (a grueling bar-study session)?
Aside from tedious black-letter law that seems impossible to retain and pointless mnemonic devices, what do you need to know? Well, you need to stay sane. Your mental health is crucial, and you don’t want to burn out too soon. This means that you should still be seeking out necessary breaks, and often. Here are five ways to help you de-stress:
Puppies. If law schools are bringing in batches of sweet puppies to help de-stress before finals, then why not puppies for the ultimate final? Snuggle up with your furry BFF, if you’re lucky enough to have one, or even play with a friend’s during a break. The warmth and unconditional love from an adorable furry little love bundle will instantly, or at least temporarily, melt away your concerns. If not that, it’s at least a reminder that you are still loved. Bonus: You don’t have to worry about pooper scooper duty because you have the ultimate excuse of studying for the bar.
Exercise. It may not seem like there’s time to hit the gym as often as you did before, but exercise is a key factor when it comes to stress management. Try going for a quick run, or even just taking a walk around the block or two, and you’ll amp up those endorphins while shedding away some tensions in your body and brain.
Remind a non-law student friend or family member that you’re alive. You may have made the necessary decision to become a social recluse, but it might help to see a loved one you haven’t seen for a while. Again, staying sane is crucial. Break away from the bubble of other stressed-out JDs and check in with the folks in the outside world. If anything, it’s a reminder that you’ll have something to look forward to when the test is over: friends, again!
Eat. No, not emotionally or junk foods. There are tons of healthy foods that can actually help to relieve stress. Bonus: You won’t come out of the bar looking like you ate your roommate in a fit of stress-eating everything in sight.
Related Resources:
- 5 Things You Should Know About The Bar (That You Might Not) (FindLaw’s Greedy Associates)
- 7 Quotes to Get You Through the Bar Exam (FindLaw’s Greedy Associates)
- The Top 10 Strangest Things Seen During a Bar Exam (FindLaw’s Greedy Associates)
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