In order to overcome fear, it's important to understand the cause of fear. You need to know why you are afraid of failing exams. Is it because of the disappointment that is associated with failure?
Though most of us know that failure is a temporary setback and not the end of the world, we still fear failure. It's important to remind ourselves about this when we realize about setting in fear.
Despite the tag attached to failure, it still teaches so many things. It teaches us what not to do to be successful. It helps us to get inspiration and inspire others. It will enable us to redefine our priorities and re-envision the goals. And, most importantly, it teaches us about ourselves.
The one thing that we can focus on is preparation for exams and not the results. One should focus on what is under their control and not worry about the rest. So prepare well when there is time to add a boost to your confidence and remove the fear of failure.
Start and end your day by saying to yourself the magical words- 'I will pass my Exams' or 'I will score well' or 'I'll top the exams. The more you say these the more positive you will feel. It will also distract you from the fear of failure lurking behind you.
Talking to yourself does wonder. It will help you to understand your positives and negatives better. That way you can work towards eliminating your negativity. But, while doing so avoid self-pity.
Stop comparing yourself with others Give the exams with the agenda of giving your best, not defeating others. When you start competing with others, it will distract your mind from the results, not the efforts. So focus on your efforts and give your best in the exams.