Exam stress ... there's a crystal for that

This year has been such a topsy-turvy year. Learners and students alike have had to overcome many challenges affecting the academic year. The stress of online classrooms, isolation from friends and peers and the challenge of keeping focused and motivated has taken its toll not only on school-goers, but parents and teachers as well. And now, believe it or not … matric prelims are upon us and stress levels are on the rise.

In doing a reading for a young matric learner recently it became clear that she was feeling anxious for the upcoming prelims, despite the fact that the surrounding cards indicated she had put in the work and could expect a successful outcome.

I found it interesting that her significator card was The Chariot. This card is not traditionally seen as a card of study, but often does represent determination, focus and concentration which go along with studying. However, surrounded by some of the more traditional study cards in her reading, this card was a good indication that her study process would be successful due to her commitment and determination

SOME HANDY STUDY TIPS

• Past exam papers are vital to effective exam prep. They give you an idea of what to expect, but by working through them you will feel more confident and ready for the actual exam. Get hold of as many past exam papers as you can.

• Don’t feel overwhelmed by everything that needs to be done for your finals. Break up the task into small, more manageable tasks. Make sure that you commit to working through all the work that needs to be covered and hold yourself accountable for keeping to the tasks you’ve set yourself on your calendar.

• Have a designated space where you can study comfortably with no distraction. A desk, comfy chair, proper lighting and all the stationery you need should be at hand before you begin.

• Experts agree that the best way to study is to put pen to paper. It is said that you are more likely to remember information if you write it down rather than just trying to read and memorise.

• Take care of yourself. Eat healthy, exercise, drink lots of water and make sure you get enough sleep.

• Be self-disciplined and avoid the distraction of your cellphone or other electronic devices. Switch them off and know that in the end you are doing this for your own success.

AND NOW FOR SOME CRYSTAL POWER ...

An added boost to keeping you calm, focused and motivated are the following crystals that you can place on your desk where you are working, or carry them on your person. Using the right crystals during this stressful time raises your body vibrations which in turns boosts concentration and ability to memorise and retain information.

Fluorite is often referred to as the ‘genius stone’. It will give you the much-needed motivation to study and boosts mental achievement, helping you absorb information and work through complex issues. It also helps relieve stress and wards off negativity.

Clear Quartz helps you retain information and focus so that you are not easily distracted.

Green Tourmaline boosts your creative energy and helps with concentration. It also works to get rid of negative energy and self-doubts and will help keep your mind clear so that you can absorb information.

Honey Calcite is great for boosting confidence and courage. It relieves anxiety and overthinking and brings a sense of calmness and clarity to the mind.

Tiger’s Eye is often referred to as the success stone. It relieves stress and improves your ability to process and understand information with clarity. It also boosts creativity and will help you maintain your study schedule.

Amazonite helps to rid you of feelings of anxiety and nervousness. It keeps you calm so that you can concentrate and work harder through your study sessions.

Amethyst helps to clear doubts from your mind and gives you clarity of thought. It boosts creativity and your ability to understand your study material. It strengthens your intuition and refines the thinking process.

Selenite is good for boosting your memory.

Black Tourmaline dispels negativity and is especially beneficial for learners who are scared or nervous for the exam.

Red Jasper is the stone to help to stay positive, especially if you start doubting whether you’ve studied hard enough. It is a stone that is known to ground negativity to allow positive thoughts to thrive.

Iolite works to keep the mind alert and boosts your powers of perception.

Blue Tiger’s Eye is a good stone to use if your exam requires oration. It works on the throat chakra and will help you express yourself orally.

Citrine works to keep you calm and your mind clear.

Aquamarine helps you comprehend study material and is great for clearing away any doubts or false perceptions.

Carnelian boosts logical reasoning and will also help keep you motivated. It is known as the crystal of ambition and determination and gives you the courage to overcome any difficulties.

Emerald helps clear the mind and boosts memory.

Moonstone helps calm the mind and works to boost your analytical prowess.

Turquoise is often called the good luck charm of exams. It enhances your ability to retrieve information stored in your memory banks and boosts self-confidence.

Aventurine reduces stress and allows you to study more efficiently.

Sodalite will help keep you calm and focused. It helps you concentrate better and clears your mind so that you can better absorb what you are learning. It also helps you get a better grasp on the study material and enhances your intuition. (Great for those multiple-choice questions!)

Hematite promotes logical thinking and will help calm the mind. It also enhances memory and works to reduce feelings of stress

Smoky Quartz helps with concentration and keeps you positive. It reduces feelings and anxiety, negative thoughts and doubts, and increases your ability to focus.

We wish all students and learners the best of luck with upcoming exams and study programmes.

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