Loneliness
during exams is natural and it's a part and parcel of the process. It's
actually required to the extent of reducing distractions from life.
This is especially true for highly competitive exams. So don't quite
worry about it. Try to find silver lining in this.
However
if you have been preparing for it away from home, then it may cause
some concern. Thus, as far as battling it is concerned, I would suggest
the following:
- Keep communicating with your parents and closest friends and avoid negativity of relatives.
- Find stress Busters for yourself. Some music, hobby that makes you feel at home. So when you do them, you're transported to a world known to you. For me, Sherlock Holmes novels as well as TV series had at place.
- In your schedule, keep some time for the above activity so that you don't feel that this is a waste of time.
- A caution here is that loneliness should not be forcibly removed by taking on some bad habits or casual relationships. Do not get hooked to Social Media platforms that expose you to meaningless blitz in a very important time of your life. These are harmful in the long run and you know it. Enjoy the process of loneliness itself as you enjoy learning.
- If you have been preparing for long and done with coaching, you may consider moving back home. There is no place like it. The food, the bed, the warmth.
- Constantly remind yourself that it is a path chosen by you and you only. You owe it to yourself to give it your best. Subside thoughts of loneliness and move on!
All the best! :)
-Shilpi Mittal,AIR 198 UPSC CSE 2015
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