Exam season in school has always been the toughest part of my academic journey. It is not just about sitting for tests; it feels like life itself gets rearranged. My routinechanges completely, and suddenly everything revolves around one thing, surviving exams.
No matter how much I prepare, the pressure to remember everything, to perform well, and not to disappoint myself or others weighs heavily on me. Each time I sit with my books, the thought that I might run out of time never leaves my mind. Conversations with friends, time alone, even moments before sleep, everything is filled with thoughts of exams.
Then comes the sleepless nights. I find myself staying up late, forcing my eyes open just to cover one more topic or run through one more past question. The quietness of the night makes me feel like I can achieve more, but in reality, I end up tired and drained the next morning. I can remember times when I walked into the exam hall with a heavy head, struggling to stay alert.
Food, too, becomes a serious challenge. During exams, it often feels like I am on an unplanned “hunger strike.” My foodstuffs run low, and between long study hours and tight schedules, I barely have time to cook. Sometimes it’s just noodles or a quick snack, but nothing close to a proper meal. Studying on an empty stomach is one of the hardest things.I could be reading but all I’d hear is my stomach growling louder than my thoughts.
The tension on campus during this period is something you can almost touch. Everyone is in their own world, buried in books or whispering formulas to themselves. Even casual conversations with friends change; instead of talking about normal things, we end up stressing over possible questions or recalling what we’ve read.
But in all of this, I’ve realized that exam season is not just a test of knowledge,it is also a test of character. It teaches me resilience, time management, and how to push through difficult moments. Even though the hunger, sleeplessness, and stress feel overwhelming, there is always a sense of relief and quiet pride when the exams are finally over. The lessons I gain go far beyond the classroom.
Looking back, life in school during exams is one of the most stressful yet defining experiences I’ve ever faced. It shapes not only how I study but also how I handle pressure in life. And although it’s never easy, I carry the belief that every struggle I go through in those moments is preparing me for something greater.