You must be the person you have never had the courage to be. Gradually, you will discover that you are that person, but until you can see this clearly, you must pretend and invent. —(via naturaekos)
“You gain strength, courage and confidence by every experience in which you really stop to look fear in the face. You are able to say to yourself, ‘I have lived through this horror. I can take the next thing that comes along.’ You must do the thing you think you cannot do.”
Making study time a relaxing experience is the ultimate hack to detach the stress/obligation factor from it and start learning in a pleasing way
Startearly: when the deadline is far enough to not worry, that’s when it’s the perfect time. Timing will either add or susbtract anxiety.
Silence: white noise or classical tracks at a low volume can make a peaceful session but silence will give you a sharper focus. Try gradually transitioning into it if you need to.
The spot: this is up to you. I found i can concentrate best in a spot at home next to a window where i get plenty of natural light and i can see the backyard full of greenery.
Snacks: find what you like best and enjoy whilst studying. Remember to stay hydrated and that apples are great to boost your brain.
End your session when you finish a chapter: since i’ve been doing this it feels like a higher accomplishment and makes it clear when its over so you can relax afterwards. Also the next session will feel fresher and more organized right from the begining.
Reward: you dont have to do anything spectacular for it. Even just saying to yourself “i’m proud of you for this” is just enough.
These made the biggest difference early in my college journey. Hope it’s helpful!
