CREDIT: INARIK
It's important to keep your eyes on the prize even as the school term comes to a close.

The semester is soon coming to an end, but the last month always feels like it’s either dragging on or going by too fast. Either way, stress is high and it can be difficult to keep going and finish the year off strong. The end goal may not seem like it’s in sight, but that does not mean it’s time to give up on the year.

1) Keep a planner

If you haven’t already been keeping track of when assignments are due and when your exams are, now is the time. A planner is great way to see everything you’re working on and to make the tasks less daunting. For example, mark tiny milestones you want to hit everyday to make you one step closer to goal. With this method you will feel slightly more accomplished every day.

2) Take time for you

You need self-care. Simple as that. Self-care will help you feel confident and will de-stress you. Self-care can be anything from going to the gym or having a mini spa day at home. Don’t let your hygiene or hobbies get pushed aside during this time of year. It will only make you resent school.

3) Talk to your classmates

You need to vent if you are frustrated with your workload. There is no harm in ranting to a colleague who understands where you are coming from. On top of that, working and studying with your classmates is productive and fun.

4) Keep your goal in mind

Write down your long-term goal and put it somewhere you will see it every day. Your goal can be as vague as “I want to graduate so I can get a good job”. You have to keep your eyes on the prize.

5) Use gratitude

In a notebook, write out why school is important and why you are grateful to have this opportunity. When you take a moment to reflect on how lucky you are, that makes it all a little easier. We all know the saying “you don’t know what you have until it’s gone”. Appreciating your education will make it that much easier to get through that last bit of work