GAMSAT Preparation: Kill The Blues Of The Exam

Edison was not a bright student. He was labeled as a “slow learner” by his teachers and was removed from school! But, Edison’s mother, Nancy Eliot Edison, did not accept her son as ‘dull’. She motivated, encouraged and taught Edison to learn at his own speed and style. She made him work and encouraged him at every step till he got the expected result. Edison got interested in learning. He became a voracious reader and at the age of 10, had set up a laboratory in his basement. And ultimately, the world got a “Big Genius”.

The so called ‘dull student’ became an achiever; some of his inventions are the light bulb, the phonograph and the motion picture camera which were brilliant creations that have made a big influence in our daily lives. Through love, patience and belief in her son, Nancy Edison transformed him into a Genius. This is just a small example to help you understand the potential you have in you.

But then, come exam time and students start getting anxious and spend sleepless nights worrying about the coming exams. GAMSAT may be anxiety provoking for some people. Aspirants may worry about an exam days before it is to take place and during the exam, when tackling the paper, they may experience negative thoughts and unpleasant physical symptoms which prevent them from performing to the best of their ability.

Remember, you are not the only one who is facing the GAMSAT examination. Thousands of aspirants have appeared in the past for GAMSAT and thousands will be appearing in the future too. The fact is that one who aspires to become a doctor cannot do away with GAMSAT. Also, many students are able to learn and integrate well, yet when it comes to being tested in a GAMSAT exam, they suffer from ‘exam stress’ and often run out of time.

Guys, Just Relax! There is no need to worry…. It is wise to remember that GAMSAT is not here as a punishment. Instead is it a good way of testing how versatile is your field of knowledge.

The exam blues are normal. Just follow these simple tips to overcome the exam fever.

• Don’t get over anxious: It never helps. Think of all the exams you have attended so far and how you have overcome your fears. Think positive! Talk over your anxieties to your parents & friends and get it out of your chest periodically. At the same time, talk about the subjects you are good in and the chapters you are well prepared in.
• Fix a time and place: Make sure that your study has no disturbance. Move away from that place when you need to take breaks. Take them frequently by structuring your time schedule. Every time you feel fresh, study the difficult or boring subjects first for a few minutes and then move on to the easier ones.
• Exercise and recreation: are as important as studies and they help you concentrate better. Don’t reduce your sleep drastically. Your body needs it.
• Avoid repetitive reading: If you are unable to remember, break up the chapter into points and sub points and try and remember each sub point.
• Do practice GAMSAT sample tests: periodically, especially in the difficult subjects.
• Get a goodnight’s rest before the exam. Be sure to wear comfortable clothing to the exam.

So aspirants, have faith in yourself that you can achieve whatever you set your mind on. And on the day of the exam Relax, remember God is in charge….

Have confidence, you will do well. Believe in yourself.