Often, uncertainty is associated with worrying about the future and thinking about all the bad things that might happen. Having thoughts like this can make you feel hopeless and depressed about the future. If you worry too much about tomorrow, you can’t fully appreciate today. It can also cause you to see your problems as…
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At the start of each new term, before you get heavily involved in your studies or other activities, prepare a plan that covers what you want to achieve. Without a plan, distractions and commitments will quickly take over. It is never a good idea to take up more than you can handle. The problem with…
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Is comparison the thief of joy? Are you struggling with it? Then read the tip for learners.
When you study, try to learn the material well enough to feel comfortable explaining it to someone else later. It can be worthwhile to put effort into pretending that you have to teach the material to someone because teaching someone else is a very effective way to see if you actually know the concepts. Saying…
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Try to get a group of motivated friends together and create a study group. When you surround yourself with motivated, serious friends, you will find learning much more fulfilling and enjoyable. Commit to a weekly study session at someone’s house or meet at the library. Being part of a study group makes you more accountable…
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When taking notes during class, don’t try to capture everything your teacher says – you won’t be able to. Instead, write down only the key points or keywords. Listen for the big ideas and write them down. Try to identify your teacher’s emphasis cues like “the two main reasons were…” or “this is significant because…”…
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Helpful tips for learners to improve your writing ✍. If you have to write an essay for school, it can help if you first create an outline. If you don’t want to make a detailed outline, list the bullet points that summarize what you want to write about. Don’t worry about getting everything perfect in…
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To have a healthy, balanced lifestyle, it is essential to set clear boundaries. Distractions are part of life and are inevitable. It can easily steer you off course if you are not prepared. Therefore, you need clear boundaries. Boundaries are a set of rules that you can create for yourself to serve as guidelines. It…
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