Exam season is always around the corner, and from the moment the new school year begins you are being reminded about it, and the mocks that always come before. It can be hard to focus on your studies, especially when you are stressed by the reminders and feel like they are far enough away that you have time. However, the best way to reach exam success is by studying regularly and getting into good habits early. We have five great tips for focusing better on your studies.<\/p>\n
#1 Organise Your Space<\/strong><\/span> #2 Get Rid of Distractions<\/strong><\/span> #3 Listen to Music<\/span><\/strong> This makes us more willing to work, and it can increase our levels of productivity as a result. Additionally, music that has a slow and steady beat is great for lowering cortisol levels (stress hormone) as well as blood pressure and heart rate for a more relaxing study session. According to the experts, your best bet is classical music, sounds of nature, or tracks that you really love.<\/p>\n #4 Take Regular Breaks<\/strong><\/span>
\nThe last thing you want is a workspace that is filled with clutter and mess, so you need to take the time to sort your space out and get things organised. Dust your desk, get rid of the clutter and ornaments, and give yourself a spacious place to really focus on your work. Even if you believe that organised chaos works best for you, try this method out, you\u2019ll be surprised by how effective it is.<\/p>\n
\nYou don\u2019t need distractions while you study because you won\u2019t end up getting anything done. If you find the television on in the background steals your attention too much, remove it from the situation or at least hide the remote somewhere that you aren\u2019t going to be bothered to get it. The same goes for anything on your desk that you find yourself focusing on instead of work. Clear your mind, and leave your studies as the only thing for you to focus on.<\/p>\n
\nDespite what you may have heard, listening to music isn\u2019t always a distraction while you work, and it can actually improve your motivation and productivity. This is because when we listen to music we enjoy, it makes our body produce more dopamine \u2013 which is responsible for making us feel good when we do things that we enjoy.<\/p>\n
\nIf you spend too much time hitting the books and not enough time resting, you are going to burn out. This will affect the amount of information you are able to retain as well as the effectiveness of your studies. Every hour, you should take a little time to relax and stretch your legs before returning to work. It will help your mind to recharge, and also give you some time to clear your head and forget about studying for a moment.<\/p>\n