What to do when you are stuck in studies?
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What to do when you are stuck in studies?
How to unstick yourself during independent study
- Go back to a point in the materials where you DID understand then try again to breakdown the tricky part.
- Find a new explanation through a Google search.
- Search for a tutorial video on YouTube.
- Take a break and go for a walk before coming back to the problem.
How can I get concentration on studies?
- Train your brain. Playing certain types of games can help you get better at concentrating.
- Get your game on. Brain games may not be the only type of game that can help improve concentration.
- Improve sleep.
- Make time for exercise.
- Spend time in nature.
- Give meditation a try.
- Take a break.
- Listen to music.
How do I get out of a study rut?
To get out of a study rut, try switching up your study style with the following things:
- Start small: clear away any small tasks that have been piling up.
- Make your notes brighter and more interesting with highlighters and flash cards.
- Take quizzes on Quizlet to make revision more active.
How can I stop overthinking and overthinking about something?
Rather than arguing with your thoughts or obsessing over them, gently shift your attention onto something else, something neutral. By thinking about something insignificant, you weaken anxiety’s ability to cause you to overthink everything.
What to do when you are stuck in thinking mode?
When you find yourself stuck in thinking mode, get moving—do some exercise, stand up, do a few knee bends—anything to break up the chain of thought. Pay attention to the sensations in your body as you move. You can also follow a guided meditation that directs your attention to your body, like this one.
Do overthinkers do it all the time?
Even the most ardent overthinkers don’t do it all the time. Probably there are certain thoughts or issues that are more likely to trigger overthinking. If you’re a worrier, for example, thoughts about the future may be more likely to trigger overthinking.
Are You Falling prey to overthinking?
If you suspect you’re falling prey to overthinking, there are several steps you can take: Know your triggers. Even the most ardent overthinkers don’t do it all the time. Probably there are certain thoughts or issues that are more likely to trigger overthinking.