How To Make Studying Stress-Free
At school and college we all spend a significant
part of our day on study and learning. But as adults, many of us stop
learning or do so very occasionally. But learning is a lifelong process.
It doesn’t have to be about books and exams, it can be experiential
learning, a new career or a new skill that’s required as part of a job.
All too often, an employer will value our skills with a particular process
or activity, and give us more of the same until it squeezes learning out
of our life. Sometimes we become ‘stuck in a rut’ and learning becomes
dormant.
Either way, can lead to frustration. And frustration leads to stress.
If you do have space in your life for learning and career progression,
stress and study can be uncomfortable together. The biggest problem is
that stress destroys concentration, which is essential for effective
study, comprehension and recall of whatever you are learning.
It isn’t just the worry or pre-occupation but also the chemical and
physiological effects on you as you try to study. But it helps to have an
effective study environment. This can be difficult if you live with many
people in a confined space. Carving out your own, personal study area or
using the local library could be the answer.
There are many useful and effective ways to stop stress from affecting
your learning, whether for professional qualification, a new skill or a
college degree. Learning good study habits are a valuable investment in
your future.
A student who use to fail exams presents
a simple 6 step system
he used to become an 'A' student.
Never cram for exams. Always plan ahead and allow plenty of time to learn
a new skill or course material. If there is a deadline, like an exam, add
in some contingency for the material you don’t immediately understand.
How do you learn best? Visually, audiably or by touch and feel? These are
the three different modes of learning. You will find that you are biased
towards one mode. Which one is it? It’s better to use study techniques
that use that mode.
For example, if you are a visual person, mind-mapping is very effective as
a note taking technique. (See Tony Buzan for more on mind mapping)
How good is your memory? We all know how crucial
it is for effective study and recall. Memory training should be taught in
school and college, but never is. Here is an excellent
memory training course
to help you study less and still get better grades.
Whatever you are study for, make learning a lifelong process and decide to
eliminate stress whenever it interferes.
A new report has just been released - "A
step-by-step guide to beating stress", which includes, what happens to
your body, situations to avoid, 15 instant stress busters, 13 stress
management strategies and creating a plan of action.
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