The start of the summer term is not the best of times at uni. However, by opening up to new ideas on how to make the revision period as pain free as possible, it will flow swiftly and before you know it.
After doing a little research into how others stay motivated during the revision period, I soon discovered people had thought of many innovative ideas, such as sticking a photo of a homeless person on their wall to remind themselves of their possible future prospects or ripping out each day of the calendar as the days pass to physically see their progression towards freedom. However, after doing some more perhaps useful research, it became apparent that many swear by Feng Shui to help them.
Feng Shui is defined as a system of spiritual laws considered to govern spatial arrangement and orientation in relation to the flow of energy in Chinese thought. It is an ancient art and science developed over 3,000 years ago in China and is a complex body of knowledge that reveals how to balance the energies of any given space to assure health and good fortune for people inhabiting it. So it may prove to be helpful in relieving some stress and invigorate the mundane setting of work. Feng Shui is used by millions of people around the world, and is believed to bring good spirits to all aspects of people’s lives, including studying.
The main room in which you study in could be enhanced by adopting a few Feng Shui tips. According to Feng Shui beliefs, the physical positioning of objects becomes vital in gaining the most out of them. The removal of mirrors on the studying desk is also a must, as a physical reflection is supposed to double the burden on the subject and literally reinstates the arduous task of working, right in front of your eyes.
Remove all clutter and unnecessary objects from the desk as this is supposed to represent emptying the mind of unnecessary muddle and an unblemished desk is a more attractive place to work. Store notes and books in the north east of the desk and always ensure to clear the area after working. Feng Shui also strongly states to not put up any paintings of water or hue plants as this is supposed to hamper sleeping patterns, as well as concentration, both of which are vital in the revision period.
If you really can’t wait to escape, then maps can be placed in the north west of the room, symbolising eventual freedom and future opportunities. On top of this, if one does wants to travel, it is advised to have only a crystal globe in the north west of the room which must be twirled thrice daily.
These exact details may appear overly meticulous, yet the practice of Feng Shui is based on the specific positing of objects in relation to geometry and the Earth’s movement around the Sun.
Some of these ideas seem rather out-there and many of you may place them within the bracket of wishful thinking, but every little helps and you will never know what you might be missing unless you try it out! These small changes during revision will make the end of term even more rewarding. Three months off in the summer gives ample opportunity for people to pursue whatever you wish, and when the hard work pays off, you won’t to have to think about how you arrange your lampshades or various potted plants ever again! Or – at least until next exam season!
Fantastic article! Some the ideas seem a bit far-fetched but I’ll try them out all the same! Anything to help with revising!