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    Study Hacks & Learning Techniques


    The Smartest Study Differently

    HACK MY STUDY is a free resource dedicated to teaching the


    most effective study strategies and techniques. More tutorials:

    hackmystudy.com

    By Leo Fuchigami

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    Leos Top 10 Study Tips


    1. Study When You Study
    The most important tip I have when it comes to studying is to not multi-task. You may
    think that Facebook, Youtube, TV, video games and internet surfing only have a slight
    impact on your studying, but we both know thats not true. Something as simple as
    turning your TV off can improve your productivity by 500%. Seriously.

    When you study, study. Period.

    2. Make Studying Fun


    There will always be things you must do that you dont enjoy. Its a part of life. But,
    there will always be ways to make any activity more enjoyable and fulfilling.

    Study with a friend, make challenges to yourself, act things out, promise yourself a
    reward (e.g. ice cream), make bets with your friends (e.g. who can get the better
    grade), study somewhere youve never studied before, or make your studying into a
    game.

    You might not be able to change the material, but you can always change
    the process.

    3. Exercise Regularly
    Keeping your body in shape keeps your hormone balance in check, improves your
    cardio-vascular system, increases your self esteem, regulates your bodys sleeping
    schedule, reduces stress and has countless other benefits. Dozens of studies have
    shown that those who exercise regularly perform better in school than those who
    dont.

    Healthy body, healthy mind.

    4. Eat Healthy
    Stay away from junk food. Drink lots of water. Eat more vegetables and fruit. These
    may seem cliche, but they cant be stressed enough. Like exercise, what you eat has a
    huge impact on your cognitive abilities. Your brain really does function better when its
    being fuelled with proper nutrients. I know its tough to eat healthy sometimes, but just
    start with small steps and work your way up.

    You are what you eat.

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    5. Have A Hobby
    There is more to life than success in school. You should always have friends and
    always have a hobby (or 2). Universities and colleges are increasingly implementing
    broad based admissions standards that weigh extra-curricular activities just as
    importantly as academic performance. The same goes for employers. In fact, almost all
    employers look for experience, leadership and practical knowledge before your grades.

    Dont only be smart; be interesting.

    6. Sleep
    Humans are not designed to sleep on irregular schedules. Before the invention of the
    candle and light bulb, we slept when it got dark and woke up when it was bright. That
    is how we are designed. Being sleep deprive is basically equivalent to being sick.
    Control your sleep schedule and I guarantee you will be more alert, energetic and
    smart.

    Control your sleep; dont let it control you.

    7. Dont Excel In School, Excel In Life


    School is meant to prepare you for your adult, working life. But it doesnt resemble an
    adults working life. In the real world there are no exams, no teachers, no grades and
    no homework. Instead, there are interpersonal relationships, practical knowledge and
    experience, real-life consequences for mistakes, and self-lead experiments and
    projects.

    Many students that graduate with stellar grades end up performing horribly in their
    professional lives because they lack the more important life-skills such as teamwork,
    leadership, critical thinking, stress management and time management.

    School is not life; it only helps prepare you for it.

    8. Learn From Others


    Every question or problem you face has been solved a thousand times before by other
    people. If you want answers, all you need to do is ask. From experts
    (http://quora.com/), online communities (http://reddit.com/), your classmates, your
    teachers, your parents, your siblings, your mentors, online encyclopedias
    (http://en.wikipedia.org/) to knowledge engines (http://www.wolframalpha.com/), never
    has so much information been so readily accessible.

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    Thousands of years of human history, knowledge and experience are at your


    fingertips; its up to you how you use it.

    9. Set Clear Objectives


    Is your goal to maintain a 90% average in your classes? If thats the case, what exactly
    do you need to do to achieve that? How long do you have to study? What books do
    you have to read? What other activities or opportunities do you have to sacrifice (there
    is always a sacrifice)? Your goals and how you pursue them will always determine your
    outcome. Never rely on luck or chance.

    You control your future.

    10. Work Hard, Play Hard


    Dont burn out. The key to success in school and life is balance. You always need a
    mix of social, athletic, academic and self-interest activities. So, study hard when you
    need to, but dont forget to have fun as well. Your grades and your life will both
    improve as a result.

    Enjoy life.

    BONUS: Help Others


    There are many benefits to helping your peers:

    Teaching is one of the most effective ways to solidify your own understanding of
    the material.
    Its a powerful stress fighting and happiness inducing activity.
    It will help you create new friendships and strengthen existing ones.
    You are more likely to receive help in the future when you require it.

    Give back.

    Learn More
    For more free tutorials, visit hackmystudy.com.

    Topics include:
    How to speed read
    How to memorize more effectively
    How to manage your time
    How to beat procrastination

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    How to take notes in class


    How to memorize textbooks
    And more!

    New tutorials published every week.

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