For example, say your college midterms are coming up. If you have an “A” in History 101 and a “C” in Geology 101 so far this semester, prioritize studying for your geology exam over studying for your history exam. Or, if you only have to study for a History exam, write down a list of all the readings and assignments that are going to be on the test. Then, rank them with the topics you’re least familiar with at the top and the stuff you know best at the bottom.
It’s totally okay, and even encouraged, to bundle up inside a blanket when you’re revising for an exam while sick!
For example, filling out a worksheet based on a chapter of reading from a book is a better choice than staring at a bunch of notes you took on your tablet and trying to memorize them.
You could also do a video call with a friend or group of friends studying for the same exam and test each other with flashcards, or just present some of the information to each other to help each other out.
You could also try working for 25 minutes, then taking a 5-minute break. Do this 4 times for a total of 2 hours, then take a longer break for 15 to 30 minutes.
If you’re feeling really tired and don’t want to move around much at all, you can at least crack open a window to get some fresh air.
Natural fruit juices like orange juice can also help hydrate you. Plus, orange juice and other fruit juices have vitamin C, which might help you fight off your sickness.
Broth-based soups, like chicken noodle soup, are particularly soothing and light when you’re feeling under the weather.
If you don’t have any medicine, visit your school’s doctor or nurse to get some or ask a local pharmacist for recommendations.
Also, definitely skip any non-essential extracurricular or social activities until you’re better. Save all your precious energy for studying, for now.
For example, some institutions might just require you to get a certified medical note from a doctor. Other schools might not obligate you to go to the doctor’s office, in which case you might just have to fill out some paperwork to formally request a deferred exam.
