{"id":5967,"date":"2025-04-05T00:01:00","date_gmt":"2025-04-05T08:01:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/?p=5967"},"modified":"2025-10-28T16:08:45","modified_gmt":"2025-10-29T00:08:45","slug":"procrastination-hacks-how-to-dodge-exam-anxiety","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/procrastination-hacks-how-to-dodge-exam-anxiety","title":{"rendered":"Procrastination Hacks: How to Dodge Exam Anxiety"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_80 ez-toc-wrap-center counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">In This Article<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/procrastination-hacks-how-to-dodge-exam-anxiety\/#Getting_a_Handle_on_Time_Management\" >Getting a Handle on Time Management<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/procrastination-hacks-how-to-dodge-exam-anxiety\/#Setting_Up_Your_Study_Zone\" >Setting Up Your Study Zone<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/procrastination-hacks-how-to-dodge-exam-anxiety\/#Dont_Be_Too_Hard_on_Yourself\" >Don&#8217;t Be Too Hard on Yourself<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/procrastination-hacks-how-to-dodge-exam-anxiety\/#Unlock_Your_Potential\" >Unlock Your Potential<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/procrastination-hacks-how-to-dodge-exam-anxiety\/#About_the_Author\" >About the Author<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Have you ever noticed that when those <a href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/the-ultimate-list-of-osmosis-from-elsevier-study-tips\"><strong>big exams loom<\/strong><\/a>, your brain suddenly becomes super interested in <strong>cleaning your room<\/strong>, <strong>reorganizing your sock drawer<\/strong>, or maybe even <strong>learning a new TikTok dance<\/strong> rather than <strong>hitting the books<\/strong>? Well, guess what? That urge to <strong>put off studying<\/strong> might be your brain&#8217;s quirky way of waving a little flag that says, &#8220;Hey, maybe there&#8217;s some <strong>exam anxiety<\/strong> bubbling up!&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC11194534\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">research<\/a> speaks to something called <strong>&#8220;evaluation anxiety,&#8221;<\/strong> which is when you get all those worried thoughts about how you&#8217;ll do on the test or if you get a bad grade. And guess what? That <strong>anxiety<\/strong> can be a big reason why we suddenly find a million other &#8220;urgent&#8221; things to do instead of studying.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Think of it like this. If the idea of the exam makes your stomach do somersaults, your brain might be trying to <strong>protect you<\/strong> from those icky feelings by saying, &#8220;Let&#8217;s just&#8230;not think about that right now!&#8221;. The sneaky part is that <strong>putting it off<\/strong> can make those <strong>pre-exam jitters<\/strong> even worse as the test gets closer! It&#8217;s like a little <strong>anxiety-procrastination feedback loop<\/strong>. So, that feeling of &#8220;I&#8217;ll definitely start tomorrow&#8221; could be the first clue that you&#8217;re feeling a bit <strong>stressed about the upcoming exam<\/strong>. <strong>Recognizing the connection between avoidance and <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/how-to-manage-your-fears-anxieties-and-phobias\"><strong>anxiety<\/strong><\/a> is like finding the first piece of the puzzle in figuring out how to <strong>tackle both procrastination and those exam nerves<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>But what are the other pieces? Let&#8217;s figure it out together!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignleft size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"235\" height=\"348\" src=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/hourglass-timer.png\" alt=\"An illustration of an hourglass running out of sand.\" class=\"wp-image-5970\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/hourglass-timer.png 235w, https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/hourglass-timer.png?resize=203,300 203w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 235px) 100vw, 235px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Getting_a_Handle_on_Time_Management\"><\/span>Getting a Handle on Time Management<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sometimes, we <strong>procrastinate<\/strong> because our <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/time-management-101-how-to-get-and-stay-organized-while-youre-in-school\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">time management<\/a> practices<\/strong> aren&#8217;t as effective as we think. We may spend too much time on one task and not enough on another. <strong>Learning some <a href=\"https:\/\/www.usa.edu\/blog\/time-management-techniques\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">time management tricks<\/a><\/strong> can help.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ever heard of the <strong>Pomodoro Technique<\/strong>? It&#8217;s pretty cool. You just set a timer \u2013 a kitchen timer is a great option \u2013 for <strong>25 minutes of focused studying<\/strong>, followed by a quick <strong>five-minute break<\/strong>. Do that four times, and then you can give yourself a longer 15-minute break! It&#8217;s a <strong>proven method<\/strong> that boosts your <strong>focus<\/strong> and helps you make <strong>progress<\/strong> while avoiding <strong>burnout<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Prioritizing tasks<\/strong> can also be a game-changer. It might sound simple, but sorting out what&#8217;s <strong>most important<\/strong> and what&#8217;s <strong>urgent<\/strong> can make a huge difference. Personally, I like to think of my to-do list in four categories: <strong>urgent and important<\/strong>, <strong>urgent but less important<\/strong>, <strong>less urgent but important<\/strong>, and <strong>less urgent and less important<\/strong>. There&#8217;s even a fancy name for this \u2013 the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/time-management-101-how-to-get-and-stay-organized-while-youre-in-school\"><strong>Eisenhower Matrix<\/strong><\/a> \u2013 that helps you see what needs doing and when.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">My personal favorite time management tool is <strong>time blocking<\/strong>, where you break down your day or week into smaller chunks of time and <strong>schedule specific tasks<\/strong> for each block. It&#8217;s like combining a <strong>to-do list<\/strong> with your <strong>calendar<\/strong>. When you do it right, it helps you <strong>avoid multitasking<\/strong> (which usually isn&#8217;t that productive) and keeps <strong>distractions at bay<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I like to use my meals to divide my day; before breakfast, after breakfast, and after lunch. I often tackle the <strong>tougher stuff<\/strong>, like watching a lecture or writing a paper, in the morning when I&#8217;m feeling fresh and save the <strong>more chill tasks<\/strong>, like emails, for the evening.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignright size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" height=\"1024\" width=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/studying-desk-with-osmosis-small.jpg?w=1024\" alt=\"An illustration of a desktop with a collection of materials including an open book with a picture of the heart, a warm beverage, and a computer screen with imagery from the Osmosis learning platform.\" class=\"wp-image-5971\" style=\"width:346px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/studying-desk-with-osmosis-small.jpg 1775w, https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/studying-desk-with-osmosis-small.jpg?resize=150,150 150w, https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/studying-desk-with-osmosis-small.jpg?resize=300,300 300w, https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/studying-desk-with-osmosis-small.jpg?resize=768,768 768w, https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/studying-desk-with-osmosis-small.jpg?resize=1024,1024 1024w, https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/studying-desk-with-osmosis-small.jpg?resize=1536,1536 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Setting_Up_Your_Study_Zone\"><\/span>Setting Up Your Study Zone<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sometimes, it&#8217;s not just about <strong>what we have to do<\/strong> but <strong>where we&#8217;re doing it<\/strong>. Our <strong>surroundings<\/strong> impact how <strong>productive<\/strong> we feel. Let&#8217;s find out how we can <a href=\"https:\/\/www.indeed.com\/career-advice\/career-development\/how-to-create-productive-workspace\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">create the <strong>perfect workspace<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Get comfy!<\/strong> Make sure your <strong>chair and desk<\/strong> feel good and that you have enough <strong>light to prevent eye strain<\/strong>. Try to <strong>study near a window<\/strong> for some <strong>natural light<\/strong>; it can really help!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Tidy up!<\/strong> Spending a few minutes at the beginning and end of your study time to <strong>declutter your space<\/strong> can boost your <strong>focus<\/strong>. It&#8217;s like a little <strong>mental reset<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Keep what you need within reach.<\/strong> There&#8217;s nothing more distracting than finally getting settled and realizing you forgot to grab a pen or don&#8217;t have the right notebook. Make a <strong>quick checklist<\/strong> of what you&#8217;ll need before getting started, so you have everything you need.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Minimize the noise.<\/strong> For me, the ideal is a <strong>quiet house<\/strong>. Because that&#8217;s not always possible, I cut out unnecessary <strong>distractions<\/strong> like the TV or background music with <strong>noise-canceling headphones<\/strong>. They&#8217;re a lifesaver!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignleft size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"834\" height=\"836\" src=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/positive-plus-sign.png\" alt=\"A plus sign or positive indicator\" class=\"wp-image-5974\" style=\"width:231px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/positive-plus-sign.png 834w, https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/positive-plus-sign.png?resize=150,150 150w, https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/positive-plus-sign.png?resize=300,300 300w, https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/positive-plus-sign.png?resize=768,770 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 834px) 100vw, 834px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dont_Be_Too_Hard_on_Yourself\"><\/span>Don&#8217;t Be Too Hard on Yourself<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Negative self-talk<\/strong> is a big no-no. We all have those moments of <strong>self-doubt<\/strong>, like &#8220;I&#8217;m not smart enough for this&#8221; or &#8220;I&#8217;m probably going to fail anyway.&#8221; It&#8217;s important to recognize those thoughts when we have them and try not to let them take over. Remember, they&#8217;re just <strong>thoughts (not facts)<\/strong>, and they&#8217;ll pass. <strong>Setting clear goals<\/strong> for yourself and using the <strong>time management techniques<\/strong> we talked about can help shift your mindset.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Find an <strong>&#8220;accountabuddy&#8221;!<\/strong> Cool, you say, but I have no idea what that is. No worries, I got you! This practice is just something I did with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/community\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Osmosis as an OHLI<\/strong><\/a>, It&#8217;s a combination of two words: <strong>accountability + buddy<\/strong>. You <strong>pair up with someone<\/strong> who has similar goals and <strong>check in<\/strong> with each other about your <strong>progress<\/strong>. There&#8217;s just something magical about <strong>sharing your goals and plans<\/strong> with another person. It makes you feel more <strong>motivated and responsible<\/strong>. Ask a <strong>friend or classmate<\/strong>, or you can even use an <strong>app<\/strong> to find an <strong>accountability partner<\/strong>. <strong>Set goals together<\/strong> and <strong>follow up regularly<\/strong>. <em>You can thank me later!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Make sure to reward yourself!<\/strong> If you&#8217;ve got a <strong>big task<\/strong>, like a long essay, <strong>break it down into smaller chunks<\/strong> and give yourself a little <strong>treat \u2013 a cookie, a short walk \u2013 after each chunk<\/strong>. <strong>Celebrating small wins<\/strong> can keep you <strong>motivated<\/strong> to reach the <strong>bigger goal<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Don&#8217;t be afraid to ask for help.<\/strong> Seriously, there are so many people who genuinely want to support you. If you&#8217;re feeling <strong>overwhelmed<\/strong> and nothing else seems to be working, <strong>reach out<\/strong> to a <strong>friend, family member, or a professional<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignright size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"958\" height=\"1011\" src=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/lock-and-key.png\" alt=\"A lock and key\" class=\"wp-image-5972\" style=\"width:238px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/lock-and-key.png 958w, https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/lock-and-key.png?resize=284,300 284w, https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/lock-and-key.png?resize=768,810 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 958px) 100vw, 958px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Unlock_Your_Potential\"><\/span>Unlock Your Potential<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Procrastination<\/strong> can be a result of <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/overcoming-testing-anxiety-part-1\">exam anxiety<\/a><\/strong>, but that doesn&#8217;t mean we can&#8217;t <strong>push through it<\/strong>. A few simple, <strong>practical mental strategies<\/strong> are all that separate us from transforming from a <strong>procrastinator<\/strong> to a <strong>productivity powerhouse<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Wishing you all the <strong>happy and productive days<\/strong> and all the <strong>highest grades<\/strong>, too!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About_the_Author\"><\/span>About the Author<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/nam11.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.linkedin.com%2Fin%2Fhamed-tarboosh%2F&amp;data=05%7C02%7Cs.stevens%40elsevier.com%7Cba765c5112224b55b13008de08af4d4e%7C9274ee3f94254109a27f9fb15c10675d%7C0%7C0%7C638957746190214640%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=kZkZtFma27wnbKD7vCZpGJXgBKvJa5L%2FucvAZv%2BfSCo%3D&amp;reserved=0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Hamed Tarboosh<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong>is a <strong>sixth-year medical student<\/strong> at <strong>Latakia University, Syria<\/strong>. He joined the <strong>OHLI program<\/strong> as part of the <strong>Spring 2025 cohort<\/strong>. He is a <strong>physiology educator<\/strong> and a <strong>neurology enthusiast<\/strong> who plans to pursue a <strong>career in translational neuroscience<\/strong> and <strong>research the biological basis of neuropsychiatric disorders<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/create\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/12\/Blog_Display_Ads_GENERAL1_2023.png?w=700\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4972\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/12\/Blog_Display_Ads_GENERAL1_2023.png 700w, https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/12\/Blog_Display_Ads_GENERAL1_2023.png?resize=300,107 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em><em>Try <strong>Osmosis from Elsevier<\/strong> today! Access your\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/plans\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>free trial<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0and find out why millions of current and future <strong>clinicians <\/strong>and <strong>caregivers<\/strong> love learning with us.<\/em><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Unlock your potential as a healthcare student by adopting effective study habits and overcoming procrastination! Learn practical strategies to manage exam anxiety and enhance productivity. 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