How can I overcome my fear or anxiety in IELTS?
In IELTS exam the candidate have to be fully prepared and in a good state of mind as mental preparation is very important to focus in the exam. If you’re stressed, anxious, lack confidence, than the IELTS exam will become a monster you have to battle with it, in this war your chances of losing will be very high and you will end up with less scores. It is normally observed, that the students who are confident, calm and relaxed do better than those battling who suffers with test anxiety. If you are also one of them who fell stressed before the exam than this segment is for you in it we will discuss how can I overcome my fear or anxiety in IELTS?
Think of the IELTS test is not important
You can trick yourself mentally by thinking that IELTS exam is not important to you and you are appearing in the exam just to know your level. If you are one of those persons who perform better in exam if they thing that they are just going for fun and not for any serious exam, than definitely this trick will work for you.
Believe in yourself
Believe in yourself, prepare your mind by saying that you have studied hard and prepared well, and that should be enough to get good scores. Motivate yourself that your preparation is extremely good and there is nothing that can stop you to score well in the IELTS exam.
Focus on your goal
Avoid distractions in the exam hall as you will find new people and atmosphere which can easily distract you but you should keep yourself focused towards your goal. Keep your eyes on the paper and focused to your goal this will not only enhance your concentration but also give confidence.
Get rid of stress
Before the test day, remove your stress that you might be feeling. Do meditation, yoga or gym or anything that can make you calm and relaxed. Do things which give you enjoyment and keep your mind at ease. You should avoid last minute panic studying and I suggest that you should leave the books a night before the exam.
Don’t be scared of examiner
This is a tip is for speaking test. Most aspirants hesitate or feel scared and sometimes even shy to talk with the examiner in IELTS Speaking test. Remember, that the examiner in your speaking test is also a person and a teacher. Don’t think of that the person sitting in front of you is an examiner, but assume that he or she is your teacher or friend. Be Smile and keep an eye contact. Your examiner will most likely be nice, and although they are judging your performance, don’t think of the conversation as a performance. Be natural, be understandable, and be yourself.
Talk to a mirror
This may sound funny, but it is actually works. Practicing like this with a mirror is will help you feel more confident about yourself. It can be a confidence booster for you and this is what you actually need in exam.
Know your strengths
Know your strengths and think nobody is amazing at everything. Remember the things you are good at and focus on those. Don’t think about the things you have struggled with. Concentrate on your skills rather than stress about the parts you might have problems with.
These are some tips which can help you to manage your anxiety and stress. Check which tip best suits you and implement it in your preparation to get better result. Share your views and suggestions in comment section.
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