Gayatri: Hi Priya! How are you today?

Priya: I’m good ma’am.

Gayatri: Okay then, let’s start the session. Tell me if you have any stress?

Priya: I am in my final year and the pressure of performing well in exams and getting good grades is really affecting my mind.

Gayatri: I can understand.

Priya: My parents have high hopes. They expect me to top the class. With all the fear and anxiety I don’t know how well I can do.

Gayatri: So you think that your anxiety may affect your concentration?

Priya: Yes! I can’t focus on anything. I can’t sit and study for more than half an hour. I’m afraid I won’t remember what I learn.

Gayatri: Hmm. Your concern is genuine. You have a lot on your shoulders. You want to make your parents happy and in turn you are forgetting to take care of yourself.

Priya: I guess so.

Gayatri: I would ask you to maintain a diary and write down all your thoughts in it. Apart from that make sure to meditate for at least 15 minutes daily. You need to calm down your anxiety before you learn anything. You won’t be able to remember those things otherwise.

Priya: Now I understand why I can’t remember anything.

Gayatri: Yes. It is important for you to clear your mind and calm yourself. Practice what I’ve told you. I’ll meet you in the next session.

Priya: Thank you ma’am! See you soon!