Here are some best techniques which helps you a lot while
studying.
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Hope these will help you...
1.
Finding A Good Place to Study
I wish we all had a perfect studying place that’s
designed for optimal studying, but usually almost all locations have problems.
For example, even the library can be inconvenient when we have to look or wait
for space. However, if you’re able to decorate a room that’s perfect for
studying, then do that. You will find yourself motivated by studying in the
room.
2.
Avoid Procrastinating
Sometimes, we don’t begin on the task because we are
already distracted. If this happens, put the distractions away and tell
yourself that you will start the task for 5 minutes straight. Generally, you
should find that the 5 minutes is enough to motivate you to continue, but if it
doesn’t, then you may want to consider re-evaluating what’s important to you or
what’s really keeping you from starting. (READ MORE ABOUT Procrastination here)
3.
Get Rid of Distractions
This should be pretty obvious right? But actually, it’s
not. We often get distracted without realizing that we already are. Once
distracted, we engage in the new task and we don’t pay attention to what we
were originally supposed to do.
Instead, to get rid of distractions, identify what
distract you and then take proactive measures to not let them distract you
again. For example, if it’s the internet, television or people, then you might
want to consider studying at the library.
However, sometimes distractions can be thoughts that are
intrusive. For instance, thoughts stemming from anxieties or worries. If this
is the case, there is only so much you can do about them. You can try seeking
professional help, dealing with the cause of anxiety or worries, or doing your
best to distract yourself from those thoughts.
4.
Rewarding Yourself
This helps sometimes if you can be diligent at it. For
example, you might say I will do 30 minutes of homework today then I will
reward myself by playing 30 minutes of video game or television. Then over
time, you build up a habit of doing the task that you actually no longer need
the reward.
5.
Find A Good Time To Study
It helps if you pay attention to when you study the best
or when you’re most productive. For some people, this might be when you first
wake up and you don’t have anything distracting you yet. Throughout the day,
we’re more likely to become distracted so it’s better to study when our mind is
still fresh. Furthermore, studying when you first wake up is really productive
too, because you are less tired and generally already more focused.
6.
Set Up A Timer
We are generally really poor at estimating how much time
we need to get something done. We overestimate the amount of time we have and
we end up procrastinating. If instead, we just set up a timer to like work for
an hour, we are more likely to want to hold true to our words and see what we
can accomplish. A part of achieving our goals is to set up a deadline for when
certain tasks are needed to be done.
7.
Break Larger Task Into Smaller Ones
Sometimes, we feel like we have so much to do that we
procrastinate, because we dread. Instead, we can avoid this by doing what we’re
able to do first and slowly build our way up. Furthermore, it helps if you seek
help for the tasks you can not accomplish so you don’t get stuck on one place
and becoming frustrated.
8.
Achieve Flow
When you are in a state of flow, you are so focused on
the task that you lose awareness of surroundings. In this case, when you
studying, flow is when you can not be distracted by anything anymore. When this
happens to you, take note of it, and keep doing what you are doing.
9.
Listen to Music or do Something That Helps You Get Focused
Some people find it easier to focus when they listen to
music. Find the music that helps you get in the mood and use it to help you
focus. Once you are focused, turn off the music if it begins to get
distracting. Also, try to figure out what helps you focus. For example, nap to
recover your mental energy or take a walk outside to help clear your mind.
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