Taking a break while studying seems simple, doesn’t it? Here’s how it looks:  After a focused and productive study session, you put your study on pause for a quick break. Then, you return, feeling refreshed and enthusiastic, eager to tackle your workload head-on.  That’s always the plan, isn’t it? But things don’t always work out that way.  Whether it is that quick scroll through social media that ends up lasting 45 minutes, or that “smart” study-related break that doesn’t refresh you at all, not all study breaks fulfil their purpose.  What does the ideal study break look l ..read more

Starting college is great! You’re free from the rules of high school, and you can study exactly what you want.  But it’s also a big change from what you’re used to, with some big associated challenges. You’re put into a new environment, and you need to regulate your own life. In most cases, you’ll also have to make new friends. This can be one of the most anxiety-inducing aspects of starting college. If you’re a current or future college student and you’re at all concerned about this, don’t worry. You’re not alone.  It’s difficult to imagine any student who hasn’t thought about this ..read more

For most people, Grammarly needs no introduction.  Maybe you’ve seen it advertised while browsing the internet. Perhaps you’ve heard someone mention it. Possibly, you’ve seen memes about it when scrolling through social media.  Now you’re wondering whether it is actually all that it is hyped up to be and whether it is worth getting.  You’re not alone.  Grammarly currently has over 30 million users and that number is growing every day. But wait a minute, is it really time for you to jump on that bandwagon?  Is Grammarly really going to improve your grades, increase your ..read more

From loom bands to memes, here are some things that anyone from Generation Z will remember from their childhood. In fact, many of these are things are so specific that ONLY Gen Z will understand. Generation Z (aka the “zoomers”) refers to the generation of people born between 1997 and 2015. A lot was happening in the world at this time, but perhaps most important was the rapid shift in technology. Unsurprisingly, this left its mark on the children who were still growing up. Who says Generation Z is too young to reminisce? If you’re in this generation yourself, prepare for some serious nostalgi ..read more

Whether it’s for homework, online classes or other coursework, as a student you’ll have to spend time studying at home. The environment around you has a profound impact on your study experience and can ultimately affect your grades.  If your study space is untidy and unattractive, chances are that the idea of sitting down and working on your assignments won’t be all that appealing. In fact, if you’re already looking for a motivation boost, another deterrent is the last thing you need.  Just take a look at the study room below. Not very inviting, is it? Photo by Wonderlane on Unsplash ..read more

I remember when I was a high school student, a student group once decided to organise an initiative involving “compliment cards”. The idea was simple, you were given a small piece of paper (or multiple, if you wanted), and you could write a positive message on it, directed towards someone else at school. Then you would hand it back to the organising body and after a cut-off date, all of the compliment cards would be redistributed to their intended recipients.  Nice idea, right?  Well yes, but I was surprised at how few people actually participated. Of those that did, only a handful t ..read more

Trying to study but lacking motivation? It’s a common experience for students: knowing you should be studying, and even wanting to study, but somehow not quite having the will.  If you can relate, then you’re in the right place.  Sometimes a few words can speak volumes, so here is a collection of inspiring, uplifting and motivational quotes for you to consider in the lead up to exams, or on any day for that matter.  And because a picture speaks a thousand words, these study motivation quotes have been prepared for you in a colourful visual guide.  See also: Best Study Motiv ..read more

Before technology became mainstream in the education sector, note-taking was simpler – you were forced to write your notes on paper! However, these days technology is an accepted part of most classrooms and lecture theatres. In some cases it is compulsory. But while you now have the option of replacing your paper notes with their digital equivalents, should you? The answer depends on your personal situation and learning preferences. When considering the idea of digital notes vs paper notes, there are definite pros and cons for each. Which is right for you depends on how you prioritise the ..read more

As a student, you’ve probably had multiple assignments due at the same time, exams to think about, and course content that seems to make little sense. Then there may also be part-time work to attend, extra-curricular activities to commit to, and social pressures to conform to. No wonder a survey by The Princeton Review found that over 50% of students reported feeling stressed. In fact, even Google seems to know how common student stress is, judging by its suggestions when I typed the following: The good news is, this does not have to be accepted and put up with. Rather, there are simple ..read more

You want to study. You really do. And you even know that you should be doing it, but you can’t bring yourself to start. Or maybe you just can’t focus on it for very long. Sound familiar? It happens to all of us, and if that’s you at the moment, don’t worry. Here is a roundup of study motivation videos to give you that inspiration boost you’ve been needing.  Jordan Peterson’s Ultimate Advice for Students and College Grads – STOP WASTING TIME This inspiring talk by clinical psychologist and professor Jordan Peterson does a great job of weaving in concepts like time-management, setting and ..read more