Creating a routine can help reduce GRE stress. Of course, in the interest of reducing stress, you want your routine to be realistic and doable. But the overall point is, if you have a routine, then you’ll feel more in control of your GRE preparation. And if you feel more in control, you won’t be as stressed.

Preparing for the GRE will always be somewhat of a disruption in our lives. After all, it is a big, time-consuming endeavor that requires a lot of hard work and mental stamina. So, we cannot expect to eliminate GRE stress altogether. However, making our day-to-day feel as normal as possible will help. Having a solid routine that you can stick to goes a long way toward creating that sense of normalcy.

When GRE study becomes a scheduled part of your day rather than something you try to squeeze in whenever possible, it feels less overwhelming. Instead of spending mental energy deciding when and how to study each day, you just follow the plan you already made. That kind of consistency can make a big difference in how calm and confident you feel.

So, set study times in advance. Make time for regular exercise. Try to go to bed and wake up at the same time most days. These basic habits form a strong foundation. Over time, they help turn GRE prep into a regular part of life, not something that constantly interrupts it. You may still feel tired or stressed occasionally, but the routine will keep you grounded.

Also, your routine does not have to be identical every day. For many people, weekdays and weekends look very different. That is totally fine. The point is to have some structure you can count on so that GRE prep becomes a reliable part of your life rather than a moving target.

Reach out to me with any questions about your GRE prep. Happy studying!

Warmest regards,

Scott Woodbury-Stewart
Founder & CEO, Target Test Prep