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Tips on avoiding distractions while studying
Miss Nicole Wong 5th May, 2015
Are you distracted easily? • At the beginning very determined! • After 10- 15 minutes you may be distracted by:
Tip 1: Find a suitable study environment
• clean • minimal• distraction-free • boost your productivity considerably! • If you are easily distracted by others, you should do
revision alone.
Tip 2: Remove distractions from sight • in front of you absolutely
necessary for your revision / assignment
• textbooks & stationery ONLY! • Things that you don’t need
(phones, magazines, etc.) for the task at hand should be put away and out of sight!
Tip 3: Disconnect from the Social World
• Turn your phone on silent• turn off notifications • Remember! The world won’t end if
you’re not connected for 30 minutes• You can always update others’
statuses after your revision!
Tip 4: Stick to a routine, efficient study schedule
• Accommodate your day/night time energy levels• Regular time assigned for homework, revision and rest
Tip 5: Change subjects
• Change the subject you study every one to two hours for variety
• So you won’t feel bored so easily
Tip 6: Take strategic breaks• every 20 to 30 minutes• stand up leave your desk (to walk,
stretch, go for a jog, etc.) • benefits your muscles and joints • allows your mind to relax and reset
Tip 7: Motivate yourself
• Create an incentive for successfully completing a task• Examples: • call a friend• a food treat• a walk
Tip 8: Avoid unhealthy snacks
• Avoid snacks – candies, chips, instant noodles, etc.
• Avoid energy drinks or soft drinks• contain a whole bunch of calories
with NO essential nutrients• Too much of these bad for your
health!
The best state for studying? • be slightly hungry• slight hunger increase alertness
Thank you!