Approach Studying for the GMAT as a Series of Manageable Steps

Problematic Thinking: I feel overwhelmed by everything I have to do.

Constructive Thinking: I can take it step by step.

If you are feeling overwhelmed, you are likely experiencing anxiety or irritability, worry or doubt, or full-blown panic. As a result, you may find it difficult to prepare for the GMAT. Accordingly, it’s important that you learn to manage the feeling of being overwhelmed.

We often hear the term “multitasking.” If you are multitasking, you may be doing too many things and juggling too many thoughts. Therefore, you should compartmentalize your to-do list and address one thing at a time. Handle what is happening now and plan for what will happen in the future.

Breathe deeply and remind yourself that you are steering this ship. You have the ability to give yourself permission to relax – and then do so. If stress or anxiety proves to be too much, take a break to clear your mind. A short walk, or more intense exercise such as a run, can do wonders to realign your concentration.

Warmest regards,

Scott Woodbury-Stewart
Founder & CEO, Target Test Prep