The month of January has come to an end and now VIMA 2 is only a couple of weeks away. We need to work exceptionally hard and put in all the revision we can to get the best possible results because whatever grade we get will determine our expected grades. This is what will open or close doors to the universities we want to go to.
But don’t panic! Trying to study and worrying at same time doesn’t lead to productivity as research has shown that feelings of anxiousness can have negative mental and physical effects. For example, studies have shown that worrying can increase the risks of someone developing anxiety, depression and a lack of motivation which may eventually show up as symptoms of ‘physical illness’ or the illness itself. The worst part is that worrying can cause you to lose your youth much faster and perhaps even die young.
However, worrying does have some benefits as new research shows that balance is what brings about benefits and this is similar to all other areas of our lives. Worrying too much can surely lead to terrible consequences but a moderate amount helps us to make good decisions instead of being careless. It also boosts our motivation to commit to deadlines. This is because when we worry the right way we prepare ourselves for the negative outcomes as a way of trying to avoid them. For example, someone who’s worried about catching a cold will wear a big coat outside on a windy day.
Understanding whether you’re a good worrier or a bad worrier is crucial, especially when it comes to studies. If you’re one of the many students who's feeling overwhelmed about VIMA 2 or just in general, then remember that panicking will add nothing to your revision unless it gives motivation. On the other hand if you’re not panicking at all then the general criteria remains the same: when you worry, you should be motivated. That's how you know you're doing enough worrying.
