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Concentrating while studying can be a daunting task, especially when studying topics that you are not very fond of. Although studying is never the most exciting part of learning, it does not necessarily take as long and tedious as everyone thinks. With determination and a few effective learning methods, you can conquer even the most boring subjects with intense concentration while studying.

Steps

Part 1 of 2: Prepare for concentration while studying

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   Find a suitable environment for learning. In general, it is best to eliminate distractions as much as you can while studying so you can focus on what's ahead. You need to find a nice and comfortable place.
   • Find a quiet spot like your private room or library. If you like fresh air, you can go outdoors and go somewhere with little distraction and have internet available for you to connect when needed.
   • Note that everyone has their own favorite environment when studying.Some people like quiet, but others like white noise.
   • Always be confident.
   • If you do not know what environment you like, you can experiment in different places, study in groups or alone, study with music or not, etc. You will soon know your ability to focus and study performance. in different environments.

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   Gather all means for learning. These include items such as notebooks, textbooks, manuals, documents, highlighter pens or any other medium needed for concentration and efficiency in learning; including snacks such as a cereal bar or almonds and water.
   • All learning supplies need to be within reach so you don't have to stop and pick up the supplies while you're studying.

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   Tidy up the study space. Clear out unnecessary items and keep the study space tidy to reduce stress and help you concentrate better. Things that do not directly help your concentration will only distract you.
   • This includes removing food containers, scrap paper and other miscellaneous items.

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   Turn off all unnecessary electronic devices. Turn off any electronic devices you don't need, especially cell phones, music players, and perhaps computers (if you don't need a computer to study).
   • Computers can cause a terrible distraction when you are trying to concentrate.

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   Stick to the schedule. Make a schedule for your studies and keep it on schedule. This makes study time a habit, which in turn can help you complete study programs. Note your energy levels for the day. Are you most energetic (and thus most focused) during the day or night? It's a smart idea to learn the most difficult subjects when your body is full of energy.
   • Once you know what time of day you have the most energy, you can schedule your studies at that time to increase your attention and focus on work.

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   Find a classmate. Sometimes reviewing with classmates can make learning less monotonous, clarifying confusing concepts when two people talk to each other and look at things from a different angle. Classmates can help keep your learning and focus on the task at hand.
   • Someone finds studying with you can be distracting. When looking for a classmate, you should try to choose someone who is more conscious and able to focus, even more active than you in class. This way you will always have to push yourself to keep up with them.

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   Think about the reward. Before you start learning, think of something that will reward your learning. For example, after an hour of review, you can chat with your roommates, cook dinner, or watch your favorite TV show. Rewards can motivate you to focus on your studies for a specific amount of time, and then reward yourself for your intense focus on work.
   • For larger projects, you should use your greater reward for that special effort.
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Part 2 of 2: Maintain concentration while studying

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   Find an effective learning method. Appropriate effective learning can help you maintain your concentration while studying. Note that everyone learns differently, so you will have to experiment to find the method that helps maintain your concentration that is best for you. Basically, the more ways you can experience and interact with what you're learning, the more likely you'll be to focus on the task and absorb what you're learning. Sometimes reviewing readings, notes or multiple-choice questions is also a great way to learn. However, there are some other learning methods including:
   • Make flash cards. For words and terms, you can practice memorizing them by making flash cards and reviewing them over and over.
   • Picture. Some lessons require consideration of structures and charts. Copying and drawing your own diagrams and structures will help you visualize the problems you are learning, which will make it easier to remember.
   • Outline. Outline planning can help you visualize larger concepts, including smaller details. It also helps you visualize sections and groups of information that can recall details as testing approaches.
   • Use detailed question and answer methods. Basically, the detailed question and answer method is to make an argument that explains why what you are learning is right. It is similar when you come up with a reason why an event or statement is important. You can also use this method to read aloud concepts and to become more familiar with the lesson by demonstrating and explaining its importance.

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   Learn actively. When you read or listen to a lecture, make an effort to participate. This means that you are not only present to listen to the lecture, but also to challenge the lesson and yourself. Ask questions about what's being taught, relate lessons to real life, compare with other information you've learned in life, and discuss and explain new knowledge for those others.
   • When you actively participate in the lesson, you will find the lesson more meaningful and interesting, so you will be more focused.

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   Practice mental focus strategies. Improving concentration takes time and patience. After practicing some of these methods, you will likely see an improvement within a few days. Some tactics for increasing concentration include:
   • Here, right now. This simple and effective tactic helps pull your rambling mind back to the task at hand. When you find that your thoughts are no longer being put into the lesson, tell yourself "Here, right now", and try to control the wandering thoughts and focus on the lesson.
   • For example, if you are in class, your mind goes astray from lecture to the image of a seductive coffee and wonders if the last cake in the cafe has sold out. When you say to yourself, "Here, right now", you are bringing your attention back to the lecture and holding it off for as long as possible.
   • Keep track of the times your mind wanders. Mark back any times when you find your mind strayed from the need to focus. The more times you return your mind to your current task, the less will be your distraction.

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   Allow a period for worry. Research has shown that when people schedule time to worry and think about stressful issues, people experience up to 35% less anxiety within four weeks. This shows that when you allow yourself to worry and think for a certain period of time, you spend less time worrying and less distracted when you need to focus on other issues.
   • If you find yourself worrying about something while trying to pay attention and focus, remember that you've had a special time doing it. You can even try the '' method here, right now '' to focus again.
   • For example, you could give yourself half an hour before you start to worry about upcoming exams, your family, or whatever else is on your mind. After you've taken care of your chosen time, you will be able to focus fully on the lesson when it's time to learn.

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   Set learning goals. In subjects that are not very interesting, you can change your progress while studying to make it easier to focus. By setting goals for yourself, you can move your goals from “completing” the subject to getting point-by-point and continuing to be successful in the learning process.
   • For example, instead of committing, "I have to finish 6 chapters tonight '', set a goal like, '' I'll do the parts 1-3 before 4:30, then take a break and go. take a walk. '' As such, lesson conquest has shifted from a large and frustrating task to smaller, more attainable parts. Breaking your study time into small chunks will improve your concentration and reach your learning goals.

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   Take breaks while studying. Typically, a 5-10 minute break after every hour of study is the most effective schedule for maintaining focus on a specific task.Short breaks allow the brain time to relax, so it can maintain productivity and absorb information.
   • Move. Get up and stretch after every hour of studying. You can do some yoga, push ups, or any other physical activity that pumps blood in the body. Short breaks will make your study more effective and focused.
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Advice

• Try to avoid talking to others as much as possible to increase concentration.
• Visualize whatever you are learning, the pictures in your head will remind you of the topic of the lesson.
• Imagine what you are learning or trying to relate aspects of your real life. That way you will then recall the details.
• Reading lessons out loud, sometimes the process of listening to something being read out loud can also help clear up confusing areas.
• Take a 20-minute break every 2 hours of study to have time to relax to increase concentration. Find something to eat, drink water, or step outside for about a minute.
• Use as many senses as possible to get more ways of remembering information.
• Remember that the brain takes time to transition between subjects. For example, if you study science for an hour and then immediately switch to English, then the first 10 minutes is time for your brain to adapt to a new subject. Perhaps you should do some light exercise during the transition period.

Warning

• Do not cram the night before the exam. Cramming is less effective at storing information and can also be stressful, making learning even more difficult.