How to: build a sustainable routine

It’s tempting during exam season to let your routine fall by the wayside in the wake of more important things needing to be done. As the assessment period rolls around yet again, here are a few easy ways to keep yourself on track.  I’m not saying you have to implement a strict routine by any means - some people just don’t work that way - but by having some consistency throughout your days you’re more likely to feel in control this exam season. 

Set wake-up times

Not waking up at the time you meant to can completely mess up the rest of your day, having a knock on effect on what you can achieve. Although waking up early would be a bonus, simply setting a time to wake-up at and sticking to it so you don’t suddenly lose an hour you were counting on, will keep you feeling organised. 

Eating regularly

Eating at regular times will keep yourself fuelled and active. Maybe make a plan for what you’re going to cook/eat during a busy week of deadlines to remove the stress of having to think about it. Also, stock up on your favourite snacks and keep them close by, so that if you feel you can’t tear yourself away from your screen to get some food, there’s already some within arms reach.

Sleep! 

Don’t let yourself get stuck in the rut of revenge scrolling and chatting with housemates, staying up half the night in order to get back the time of fun and escape that you sacrificed for work. All this will do is set you back the next day. Feeling physically tired is never going to help with those last minute checks on your diss! Instead, try to factor in times to have fun so that you don’t feel cheated by the time bedtime rolls around.