Breathing Through Finals Stress

Breathing saved me during finals week when panic hit at 2am. I learned the 4-7-8

technique: breathe in for four counts, hold for seven, out for eight. Game changer.

I also started blocking study hours in my calendar, treating them like appointments I couldn't

skip. But here's what really mattered: I reached out to campus counseling

when stress became overwhelming. Getting help isn't giving up. It's the bravest

thing you can do for yourself.