GMAT Strategy

While your post was more of a confessional and a rant, I wanted you to know it was heard, and that there are still things you CAN do before Monday.

First, what I would recommend is that you TAKE TOMORROW OFF. Think of this like a marathon. You have said you put in the work, so now, let your brain do its job...and let it rest a bit tomorrow.

Second, lets initiate a 'non-panic' and 'non-stuck' pact. Give yourself the space and trust that you're going to do your best, and if your best means that you'll need to allow the material to waft through your conscious and unconscious mind. GOOD. Let it do just that. You're not a computer. So sometimes it takes TIME. That is a given. SO you just need to accept that your brain, while it's like a computer - - the most powerful one in the world - - you'll need to give it some wiggle room. The harder you are on yourself, the more difficult the test will seem. SO, figure out how you can have a 'non-panic' MO tomorrow and Monday.

If it turns out that you'll need to work with professionals, know that it will be completely different than how you've been working - - or it should be. Studying on ones own is a completely doable format to take the test, however, if you're not meeting your goals, getting help or guidance will get you there in the most efficient, effective way. Nothing to freak out about. But if you're freaking out...save that for after Monday. Then we can discuss how to CHILL.

But see if you can chill now, and tomorrow.

Believe it, and it can be done. If not Monday, at the most appropriate time.

Trust that the universe knows what it has in store for you...

Best,

Hey,

I would like to comment on your meticulously going through each question and jotting the time down - - but we'll talk about it AFTER your test.

In general, do your best to not micro-manage yourself on Monday. Remember that some questions will take longer, others, shorter lengths of time.

Do keep us in the loop...and yes, may the force be with you, and within you.

and don't forget to breathe deep!

Best,

A point you might want to consider: rename calling the 'problems' 'questions' ...I'd rather answer questions than deal with a bunch of 'problems.' It's semantics, for sure, but still...so many people view the GMAT as a BIG PROBLEM...that constantly refering to questions that way is sure to affect test takers (I've seen it). I suggest you difuse (and divest) implications the word 'problem' has....

Good Luck...

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