{"id":13326,"date":"2022-03-25T14:39:53","date_gmt":"2022-03-25T14:39:53","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.kaptest.com\/blog\/prep\/?p=13326"},"modified":"2022-03-29T15:01:08","modified_gmt":"2022-03-29T15:01:08","slug":"8-tips-for-managing-teas-studying-stress","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wpapp.kaptest.com\/study\/teas\/8-tips-for-managing-teas-studying-stress\/","title":{"rendered":"Top 8 Tips to Manage TEAS Study Stress"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>You have a lot riding on the TEAS. However, you\u2019re also doing the work you need to do to reach your goals. Unfortunately, sometimes just knowing that you\u2019re working hard won\u2019t make your test anxiety go away. Thus, here are some stress management tips from our long experience of helping students prepare for standardized tests.<\/p>\n<p><strong>[ RELATED READING:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kaptest.com\/study\/teas\/how-to-prepare-for-the-teas\/\">TEAS Study Guide<\/a>\u00a0<strong>]<\/strong><\/p>\n<div  style=' margin-top:5px; margin-bottom:5px;'  class='hr hr-custom hr-center hr-icon-no   avia-builder-el-0  el_before_av_iconlist  avia-builder-el-first '><span class='hr-inner  inner-border-av-border-none' style=' width:50px;' ><span class='hr-inner-style'><\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<p><div  class='avia-icon-list-container   avia-builder-el-1  el_after_av_hr  el_before_av_heading '><ul class='avia-icon-list avia-icon-list-left av-iconlist-big avia_animate_when_almost_visible avia-iconlist-animate'>\n<li><div  class='iconlist_icon  avia-font-entypo-fontello'><span class='iconlist-char ' aria-hidden='true' data-av_icon='\ue816' data-av_iconfont='entypo-fontello'><\/span><\/div><article class=\"article-icon-entry \"  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='iconlist_content_wrap'><header class=\"entry-content-header\"><h4 class='av_iconlist_title iconlist_title   '  itemprop=\"headline\"  >Clock in and out of your TEAS studies<\/h4><\/header><div class='iconlist_content  '  itemprop=\"text\"  ><p>Once you\u2019ve set up a study schedule for yourself, treat it like a job. That is, imagine clocking yourself in and out of TEAS studies according to that schedule. Do your best to stick to your schedule, and when you\u2019re not \u201cclocked in,\u201d don\u2019t let yourself think about the TEAS. That will help you release your stress about the test in between study sessions.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><footer class=\"entry-footer\"><\/footer><\/article><div class='iconlist-timeline'><\/div><\/li>\n<li><div  class='iconlist_icon  avia-font-entypo-fontello'><span class='iconlist-char ' aria-hidden='true' data-av_icon='\ue816' data-av_iconfont='entypo-fontello'><\/span><\/div><article class=\"article-icon-entry \"  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='iconlist_content_wrap'><header class=\"entry-content-header\"><h4 class='av_iconlist_title iconlist_title   '  itemprop=\"headline\"  >Don\u2019t punish yourself while you study<\/h4><\/header><div class='iconlist_content  '  itemprop=\"text\"  ><p>If you get tired or overwhelmed or discouraged when studying, don\u2019t respond by pushing yourself harder. Instead, step away and engage in a relaxing activity like going for a walk, watching a movie, or playing with your cat or dog. Then, when you\u2019re ready, return to your studies with fresh eyes.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><footer class=\"entry-footer\"><\/footer><\/article><div class='iconlist-timeline'><\/div><\/li>\n<li><div  class='iconlist_icon  avia-font-entypo-fontello'><span class='iconlist-char ' aria-hidden='true' data-av_icon='\ue816' data-av_iconfont='entypo-fontello'><\/span><\/div><article class=\"article-icon-entry \"  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='iconlist_content_wrap'><header class=\"entry-content-header\"><h4 class='av_iconlist_title iconlist_title   '  itemprop=\"headline\"  >Remember to Breathe when studying<\/h4><\/header><div class='iconlist_content  '  itemprop=\"text\"  ><p>Remember to take deep breaths, consciously using your diaphragm to breathe \u201cinto your stomach.\u201d This breathing technique will help your muscles to relax, and when your body relaxes, your mind relaxes as well.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><footer class=\"entry-footer\"><\/footer><\/article><div class='iconlist-timeline'><\/div><\/li>\n<li><div  class='iconlist_icon  avia-font-entypo-fontello'><span class='iconlist-char ' aria-hidden='true' data-av_icon='\ue816' data-av_iconfont='entypo-fontello'><\/span><\/div><article class=\"article-icon-entry \"  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='iconlist_content_wrap'><header class=\"entry-content-header\"><h4 class='av_iconlist_title iconlist_title   '  itemprop=\"headline\"  >Set small, manageable prep goals<\/h4><\/header><div class='iconlist_content  '  itemprop=\"text\"  ><p>Each week, set manageable goals for your TEAS progress. Then reward yourself when you\u2019ve achieved them. Examples of small goals might be:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Memorize and practice the Kaplan Method for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kaptest.com\/study\/teas\/whats-tested-on-the-teas-science\/\">Science<\/a> until I no longer have to think about what the steps of the Method are.<\/li>\n<li>Do 20 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kaptest.com\/study\/teas\/whats-tested-on-the-teas-mathematics\/\">math<\/a> questions and practice each until I can move confidently and efficiently from the information provided to the correct answer.<\/li>\n<li>Review all the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kaptest.com\/study\/teas\/teas-vocabulary-strategies\/\">spelling<\/a> rules that the TEAS is likely to test until I can identify words that use them and words that are common exceptions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><footer class=\"entry-footer\"><\/footer><\/article><div class='iconlist-timeline'><\/div><\/li>\n<li><div  class='iconlist_icon  avia-font-entypo-fontello'><span class='iconlist-char ' aria-hidden='true' data-av_icon='\ue816' data-av_iconfont='entypo-fontello'><\/span><\/div><article class=\"article-icon-entry \"  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='iconlist_content_wrap'><header class=\"entry-content-header\"><h4 class='av_iconlist_title iconlist_title   '  itemprop=\"headline\"  >Keep healthy for your studies<\/h4><\/header><div class='iconlist_content  '  itemprop=\"text\"  ><p>Good health, adequate rest, and regular interactions with friends and family make it easier to cope with the challenges of studying. Stay on a regular sleep schedule as much as possible during your studies, eat well, continue to exercise, and spend time with those you care about and those who help you feel good about yourself. Also, don\u2019t fuel your studies with caffeine and sugar. Those substances may make you feel alert, but they can also damage focus.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><footer class=\"entry-footer\"><\/footer><\/article><div class='iconlist-timeline'><\/div><\/li>\n<li><div  class='iconlist_icon  avia-font-entypo-fontello'><span class='iconlist-char ' aria-hidden='true' data-av_icon='\ue816' data-av_iconfont='entypo-fontello'><\/span><\/div><article class=\"article-icon-entry \"  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='iconlist_content_wrap'><header class=\"entry-content-header\"><h4 class='av_iconlist_title iconlist_title   '  itemprop=\"headline\"  >Remind yourself why you are studying<\/h4><\/header><div class='iconlist_content  '  itemprop=\"text\"  ><p>If you feel tempted to pass up a planned study session because you\u2019re tired or something comes up that feels like a higher priority, remind yourself how important a good score on\u00a0the TEAS is. Success on this test will open the doors to an important educational credential and many career opportunities after that. If you planned to study for 90 minutes and don\u2019t think you can study for that long, then study for 30 minutes. You will make progress toward the score you want, and you will feel better about yourself than if you \u201cblow it off.\u201d You may even be surprised at how fast the 30 minutes go by and decide that you can study longer after all.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><footer class=\"entry-footer\"><\/footer><\/article><div class='iconlist-timeline'><\/div><\/li>\n<li><div  class='iconlist_icon  avia-font-entypo-fontello'><span class='iconlist-char ' aria-hidden='true' data-av_icon='\ue816' data-av_iconfont='entypo-fontello'><\/span><\/div><article class=\"article-icon-entry \"  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='iconlist_content_wrap'><header class=\"entry-content-header\"><h4 class='av_iconlist_title iconlist_title   '  itemprop=\"headline\"  >Keep the right prep mindset<\/h4><\/header><div class='iconlist_content  '  itemprop=\"text\"  ><p>Most importantly, keep telling yourself that you\u00a0<i>can\u00a0<\/i>do this. Don\u2019t fall into the trap of thinking that you\u2019re not \u201callowed\u201d to feel confident yet. That\u2019s a self-punishing attitude that will only hurt\u00a0you. Rather, remember that confidence breeds success. So let yourself be confident about your abilities. You\u2019re obviously ambitious and intelligent, so walk into the TEAS knowing that about yourself.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><footer class=\"entry-footer\"><\/footer><\/article><div class='iconlist-timeline'><\/div><\/li>\n<li><div  class='iconlist_icon  avia-font-entypo-fontello'><span class='iconlist-char ' aria-hidden='true' data-av_icon='\ue816' data-av_iconfont='entypo-fontello'><\/span><\/div><article class=\"article-icon-entry \"  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='iconlist_content_wrap'><header class=\"entry-content-header\"><h4 class='av_iconlist_title iconlist_title   '  itemprop=\"headline\"  >If you get discouraged while you study, make a list<\/h4><\/header><div class='iconlist_content  '  itemprop=\"text\"  ><p>If you start to wonder if you\u2019ll ever reach your TEAS goals, stop what you\u2019re doing and make a list of everything you\u2019re good at. List\u00a0<i>every specific skill\u00a0<\/i>that you are bringing to the TEAS. Here are some examples:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Finding the main point of a passage<\/li>\n<li>Using commas correctly in lists<\/li>\n<li>Identifying what a math question is asking for<\/li>\n<li>Comparing two fractions to find which one is larger \u00b7 Naming the organ systems of the human body<\/li>\n<li>Explaining how oxygen reaches tissues in the body<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Post that list of things you\u2019re good at somewhere you\u2019ll see it every day and add to it as you continue to study. It will be a long list in no time! We at Kaplan recommend making this list because many people focus too heavily on their weaknesses while preparing for a standardized test. But if you only focus on your weaknesses, you aren\u2019t seeing an objective picture.<\/p>\n<p>There\u00a0<i>are\u00a0<\/i>TEAS skills you\u2019re good at. Keep that in mind and focus on building on those strengths.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><footer class=\"entry-footer\"><\/footer><\/article><div class='iconlist-timeline'><\/div><\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div><br \/>\n<div  style='padding-bottom:10px; ' class='av-special-heading av-special-heading-h2    avia-builder-el-2  el_after_av_iconlist  avia-builder-el-last  '><h2 class='av-special-heading-tag '  itemprop=\"headline\"  >Bonus Tip: Taking Stress Out of Choosing a School<\/h2><div class='special-heading-border'><div class='special-heading-inner-border' ><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/p>\n<p>Think about what school(s) you will apply to. What are your criteria for a program? Consider the degrees offered, geographic location, cost, campus culture, and other factors.<\/p>\n<p>Research the colleges and universities that offer the kind of program you\u2019re interested in. Visit their websites to learn more about the admissions process and talk to an admissions officer about the school\u2019s acceptance criteria for prospective students.<\/p>\n<p>Talk to alumni of your target programs to learn about how their education has prepared them for their careers and what surprises and challenges they have encountered.<\/p>\n<p>By researching the school(s) you\u2019ll apply to, you will be able to choose a school that is a good fit for you and your goals. You\u2019ll experience much less stress as you work toward your degree than you would if you are not in a school that meets your needs.<\/p>\n<p><strong>[ NEXT:<\/strong>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.kaptest.com\/study\/teas\/10-tips-to-ace-teas\/\">10 Test Day Tips to Ace the TEAS<\/a>\u00a0<strong>]<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>You have a lot riding on the TEAS. However, you\u2019re also doing the work you need to do to reach your goals. Unfortunately, sometimes just knowing that you\u2019re working hard won\u2019t make your test anxiety go away. Thus, here are some stress management tips from our long experience of helping students prepare for standardized tests. 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