How Reiki can help you crush Exam Anxiety

January 29, 2025

Hey there, stressed out students! Exams can be a major source of anxiety, but don't worry -- we've got your back! Let's dive into how Reiki can help you stay calm, focused, and ready to ace those exams.

What is Reiki?

Reiki (pronounced Ray-Key) is a Japanese healing technique that promotes relaxation and stress reduction through gentle touch. It's all about balancing your body's energy to create harmony and a clear mind. Think of it as hitting the "reset" button for your mental and emotional well-being.

Why Reiki for Exam Anxiety?

Exams can be nerve-wracking but Reiki can help you achieve a state of calm and focus. Here's why it's awesome for tackling those pre-exam jitters:

Reduce Stress and Anxiety: Reiki helps lower stress levels, making you feel more relaxed and less anxious.
Promotes Mental Clarity: A clear ming means better focus and concentration while studying and taking exams.
Enhances Emotional Well-being: Reiki helps balance your emotions, making it easier to stay positive and motivated.
Boosts Energy Levels: Reiki can help you feel more energized and less fatigued which is super important during exam season.
Improves Sleep Quality: A good night's sleep is crucial for retaining information and saying alert during study and exam time. Reiki can help you sleep more soundly. Clients of Let it go with REIKI have called Reiki Master Calah's long distance evening Reiki Sessions their "Sweet Dreams" sessions.

Top 5 Tips to Cope with Exam Anxiety

Breathe Deeply: Practice deep breathing exercises to calm your mind and body. Try breathing in for the count of three. Then holding your breath for the count of three before exhaling slowly for three counts. Repeat it three times.
Get Moving: Physical activity helps release stress and boosts your mood. Good for a walk, do a little dance to shake off those nerve.
Reiki Self Practice: If you've learned Reiki, take a few minutes each day to follow the self-care meditation and focus on your chakras where you feel the most tension or anxiety for release.
Create a Study Routine: Break your study sessions into manageable chunks of time and take frequent breaks. Use these breaks to practice Reiki, meditate, or simply rest.
Stay Positive: You've got this! Keep reminding yourself that you're prepared well and you're capable. Reiki Master Calah tells her students to leave positive messages on sticky notes as a reminder that #you're capable and truly amazing! Positive affirmations help boost your confidence and remind you that indeed, #youareawesome!!!!

Parents, Here's How You Can Help

Parents, your support is crucial during this stressful time. During my first university year exams, I was most thankful for Gramma's chocolate chip cookie drop off at residence. It brought an opportunity for a brief outside connection to take a break and helped not only myself but my dorm floor take a sweet break.

If your students are living at home, provide a calm and supportive environment for studying. Respect their choice of area to study whether it be in the family room, their own room or library. Remind your student to take breaks and practice self-care. Remember, a relaxed and focused mind is key to exam success. And, this includes support of the family pets who can be an amazing support but can also add to the noise level - consider walking them more often and get them out of the house to keep the noise level at a minimum if they are prone to bark at every squirrel that runs by their viewing window.

Sending Reiki rays for a successful exam season. If we can be of assistance, reach out via email or phone; Subscribe to our newsletter.