Guided meditation for exams

The MindSpark OTU podcast offers a guided meditation to help ease anxiety before an exam. The meditation involves finding a comfortable position, focusing on deep breathing, and letting go of tension. It encourages acknowledging anxious thoughts while also recognizing one's skills and abilities. Visualizing a calm and confident state during the exam is encouraged, along with repeating affirmations to build confidence. The meditation ends with focusing on the breath and carrying the sense of calm and confidence into the present moment. The podcast emphasizes that support is available and that success is possible. Welcome to the MindSpark OTU podcast, your podcast for mental health and wellness at Ontario Tech University. I'm Sylvia and today we are going to guide you through a meditation to help ease anxiety before an exam. Find a comfortable position, either sitting or laying down, and close your eyes. Take a deep breath in through your nose, filling your lungs with air, and exhale slowly through your mouth, releasing any tension you may be holding onto. As you continue, breathe deeply and slowly. Bring awareness to your body. Notice any areas of tension or discomfort, and with each breath, allow yourself to relax and let go of that tension. Now bring your attention to your thoughts. If you're feeling anxious about the upcoming exam, acknowledge those thoughts. Without judgment, recognize that it's natural to feel anxious before a big event, but also remember that you have the skills and knowledge to succeed. With each breath, imagine a wave of calm washing over you, soothing your anxiety and filling you with a sense of peace and confidence. Visualize yourself walking into the exam room, feeling calm, focused, and prepared. As you continue to breathe deeply, repeat the following affirmations to yourself. I am calm and centered. I trust in my abilities. I am prepared for this exam. Feel the weight of these words sink into your being, replacing any doubt or fear with confidence and self-assurance. Now bring your awareness back to your breath, feeling the gentle rise and fall of your chest with each inhale and exhale. Allow this rhythm to anchor you in the present moment, helping you to stay calm and focused. As we come to the end of this meditation, carry the sense of calm and confidence with you. Remember that you are capable and resilient, and that you have the strength to overcome any challenges that come your way. When you are ready, gently open your eyes and return to the present moment, feeling refreshed and ready to tackle whatever lies ahead. Thank you for joining us for this guided meditation. We hope it has helped to ease your anxiety and bring you a sense of peace. Remember, you are not alone, and you have the support that you need to succeed. Until next time, take care and be well.