How do I find the strength to work for an exam when I feel mediocre compared to everyone else at school?
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study for the exam cause you know that you will benefit more than they ever will
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What I would suggest is that you probably need more time to adjust to your new school. More importantly, because you say that you are living with your relatives I take it that you are not with your mum and dad at the moment. I think this would very well have an effect on your studies. I think you are feeling a lot of anger, which is why you reacted strongly to your teacher's question. Although you have 'never failed' in your lifetime, this is one of those occasions where you are having to deal with failure at a time when your confidence might be at a low point. \n\nHowever, failure is relative, and this is a chance for you to challenge what you may see as a setback and learn some valuable life lessons, which of course will help you grow and become a stronger person.  Then of course, you will feel stronger and not be so worried about passing tests since, if you always do your best, you will be happy in the knowledge that you are becoming a better person.
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Start studying!  Get a tutor if you need help.  And don't be embarrassed by it, there's no shame in wanting to better yourself.
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see  its not only  u tat feels this is 1 thing  anoter thing is tat don think tat u r alone studying others r enjoing outside or sleeping at nyt time think if ur doing hard wok then according to it u will get reasult another thing is tat u can study along wit ur frnd or listen music very low volume especially those music which u hate most lik very old songs or englihs song tat will take time to undestand . don concentrate on lyrics ok best of luck 4 exams. my email add.is monty_robert2002@yahoo.com
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Different things help different people. Here are some ideas that've helped me and/or people I know:\n-getting enough sleep\n-taking a deep, even breath before starting the exam and each time you start to get nervous\n-not talking to people about the test for an hour or so before taking the test\n-do some "self-testing" the day before (or earlier, though I know you can't do that this time) by posing some questions to yourself that you think might be similar to those on the exam, and working to solve them "on the clock".\n-consciously relaxing your muscles before the exam and when you start to get nervous\n\nGood luck!
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Be willing to learn new study skills is a good place to start. Also setting up a term calendar and study routine is a good idea. When you know what you have to have done and what amount of time you have to do it in you can better allocate your time.\n\nRead every day. If you have a paper to work on, start it the day it is assigned, even if you're just brain storming.\n\nMake sure you attend as many classes as humanly possible. Of course if you're in a car accident or mauled by dingos or something you can't go, but other than that, you should show up. Make sure you take notes and if you miss a class get notes from your classmates. Go over your notes, they may help you in guiding your reading and are invaluable study materials.\n\nTake care of your health. Get lots of sleep, drink plenty of water and eat healthy foods. I know that's not always possible but if given the choice between an apple and a chocolate bar, choose the apple. Try and get 20 minutes of exercise 3 times a week.\n\nKnow your limits. When you feel burned out or just a bit blue, call up a friend and go out for coffee to relax a bit. Don't bite off more than you can chew. Just because that guy in your calculus class can take 5 classes and work two part time jobs and get a 4.0 GPA doesn't mean you have to!\n\nMost important, remember that this time is for you. This is your education and your future. Don't peddle it away trying to live up to others expectations. Set your own goals and enjoy achieving them!
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talk to a friend who has already aced it, to build your own self-confidence.  Remember some of those who have already passed it.  If they did, you know you can do it.
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I say, don't freak out on tests, get to know your professors well, see a tutor (they're not just for saving you from failing, a study group might also help if you think there are others in your position).\n\nAlso don't feel bad about getting Bs.  (If you haven't yet you could take more exploratory classes and see if there is just something else you are better at).
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Get organized. U won't be able to do anything without knowing what is goign on. Study for a least an hr. a day, and if u don't get the material, get a tutor they help a lot. Also if ur school has any after-school clubs that help kids that are having trouble join! Take notes in class, and I know that this is sort of boring because ur teachers probably drone on about something that u think isn't important, but that will probably be in the exam, try to listen to ur teachers. Cancel all plans with friends because u need to pass or ur future is down the toilet. Make sure u study a lot (even on weekends!) I hope u pass the exams I know they are SUPER hard, but I sure do hope this helps. Don't worry a lot of people go thru the same thing u ar going thru right now! If u need any help, use Yahoo Answers there is a lot of people out there that want ot help (like me)!
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Hi there,\nThe key to getting good grades is not just working hard; you also have to know how to study and what to study. Everyone has their own way of studying, what works for one person may not work for another. For example I have to study the last couple days before the exam otherwise I won't get the results that I want. Now if you tell anyone this, they will tell you that I'm wrong, but I'm not! I listen and concentrate on what my instructors say in the class but I don't really study during the semester unless it is the night before the exam and IT WORKS FOR ME. One of my classmates however, studies every single night and that works for her. You have to find your own style. u have to study alot, try to really pay attention in class, rightnow im in my freshman year and yeah its pretty tough! so try to study more and go to the tutoring lessons. The other thing is that you have to know what to study. Listen carefully to your teachers during the class. They usually put greater emphasis on the stuff that are going to be on the test. Make sure you take a note of them and know them very well for the test. Setting a high goal is good but if u cant hit it but a grade lower is oso v good. Cos' at least u have tried, dont overworked urself, do u know some people cant even dare to set a goal? This tell, u are already the winner. \n\n=D Good luck! \n\nI hope this helps
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Prepare well for the test so you know your stuff. Don't think you're competing against your peers - you're competing against yourself. Settle in before you start - sort out on your desk or table all your stuff. Then get on with it - like you are in your own world. Ignore the other people in the room - ignore the room. Do your best. If that doesn't work. Stop for a minute and think of me.
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Always work hard, do your research properly.!!!\nNever give up, remember we cannot be good in everything we do so always spend extra time on your weak points.!!!\nGood Luck.!!!
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you have to devote your whole life to the stage. always be prepared to be unprepared, and don't be afraid to ask for help. if you're struggling between grades and fine arts, i know where you are and it all depends on the tests, no one will want you to perform for them if you don't have great grades in everything.
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Well, how do YOU feel when no matter how hard you try, it seems that EVERYONE does something better than you, your efforts are not even noticed or recognized, and even worse, you get teased for it? We all have something that this applies to...it could be a craft, fine art, sports, or whatever... for most of us it's some sort of hobby skill or free-time social activity that we're lousy at. So, we have the choice of just not doing whatever it is.\n\nNow imagine that instead of it being something that only happens once in a while, imagine going to work every day and having it be the same thing as your job. Something you have to focus on for 7 hours per day, five days per week.\n\nAdd on that you are NOT allowed to quit, and they will not fire you. You MUST be there for at least 40 years (in kid years) before it is allowed for you to leave...and you don't get a severance package unless you've been there for at least 50 years (2/3 of your lifespan...think in kid years, NOT grown-up years...start at age 6, end at age 18). All your bosses do is cut your pay, give you lousy performance reviews, and tell you that you're just not trying hard enough. And your colleagues laugh in your face.\n\nThe best teaching strategies for students with special needs is to build on their strengths (isn't listing strengths something we do in an IEP meeting?). Notice their progress, sincerely. Grade them on effort, and gain toward their IEP goals, not gain toward grade-level curriculum...give them a shot at an A or B for doing their best...and then gradually raise the bar until their best is indeed something within grade-level expectations. Emphasize their strengths to their peers, and give assignments built on those strengths, with the student with special needs as a team leader.
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Think of what you are good at doing, what your strong points are. EVERYONE has strong points.  Make a list.  Post it where you can see it everyday.  That way, every day you are giving yourself a little pat for having pretty eyes, helping around the house, whatever.\n\nDo not allow yourself to think anything negative about you.  If you pull a bad grade on a test, it is one test.  You'll do better on the next one.  You are not a failure.  \n\nIf there is someone in your life who is making snide or belittling comments and that person is not a relative, that person does not need to be in your life right now.\n\nBuild more positive relationships.  If there is a subject you excel in, ask your teacher if she needs a student tutor.  Join clubs, school activities and/or do volunteer work.  It doesn't matter if you are too shy to do anything other than attend in the beginning.  Just be a part of it, and you will find yourself gaining confidence by watching the others.\n\nBe sure to congratulate yourself every time you reach out to help another person, or volunteer for a project.  It takes confidence and maturity to go beyond safety.\n\nAfter awhile, you will find you have made a habit of doing more, and that you have built confidence in yourself.\n\nGood luck!
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hi. its natural to fell depressed for the result but it should be in limits.i believe that exams are not the only thing in life .many great ppl are there who were very bad in there studies but still they are still recognised and are being honoured. take the case of bill gates who is the richest person now but he was resticaeted 4rm his school.so cheer up and try next time to score well .best of luck.bye
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Make sure the timetable is realistic and flexible.\nYou will need to modify your plans to suit circumstances.\nDon't make it all work and no play. Have you got enough breaks in the plan?\nThe most productive time is usually the second hour of study so use the first to do relatively trivial tasks.\nDon't feel bad if you digress and procrastinate, since you will only come to hate the feeling and avoid trying to study. Do what you can at first and reward yourself in some way.\nAvoid things that you know will distract you; working alone with quiet background music suits most people.\nStudying will become a habit - but this does not happen suddenly and you will need to force yourself at times.