Are you stressed out too while studying?

Question

Hi,

How is everyone doing? I hope you guys are all well this Christmas season. I know most of us here are trying to put these pandemic and election issues away while we focused on getting ourselves ready for GMAT. But so far, what are the things that helped you put more focus on your study than on anything else?

Tbh, I've been feeling anxious this past few weeks and now I've been drifting away from my studies recently. Please help, some thoughts are greatly appreciated.

StudyingTree · Answer

Thank you for your response. I'm not sure I needed a break, but maybe it's just the right answer. This coming holidays I'll have some time to relax and for some rest. My friend has told about this delta waves in youtube that I should listen, so far it gives me peace of mind when I listen to it during my breaks.

StudyingTree · Answer

Just dropping by and thought I could share this one that I’ve stumbled upon while I looked for articles that give advice on how to cope with anxiety and stress during this crisis. I hope that anyone who reads this will find some good advice too as I have. Merry Christmas.  https://www.helpguide.org/articles/anxiety/coronavirus-anxiety.htm

testerprovn · Answer

Very stressful =))

GMATCoachBen · Answer

Hi StudyingTree , great question, and happy holidays! Some of my favorite tips and tools are: * Brief meditation as part of morning routine * Focusmate.com -- creating structure, focus, and accountability. I recommend taking little "movement breaks" between sessions -- research and experience suggests that exercise is the best anti-anxiety medicine! * Smiling -- it may feel funny at first, but it really works! My students tell me it helps them relax and focus in both training and their actual exam. There's a great podcast here , in which a sports psychologist discusses this and other psych-up and psych-down tools * Media diet. Block news and other distractions automatically, so that they can't steal your willpower or attention. I like https://getcoldturkey.com/ for PC/Mac, and Stay Focused for Android * Here's a template to write your WHY for your GMAT & MBA goals. My students have found it helpful, and research supports the power of a clear sense of purpose , to increase your focus, energy, and discipline, and persist through inevitable challenges. I wrote a more detailed post with a variety of tips and resources here: https://gmatclub.com/forum/debrief-onli ... l#p2562065 Best wishes with your training and exam!

Alexajohn · Answer

I hope you guys are doing well, nowadays I am also not too productive and I also fed up with studying during studies so now I have sorted evert thing and now I am planning some small trip for the new year and I have booked my trip via  CouponCodify  if anybody of you is also interested then you must visit and confirm your place they have a very discounted deals for the students.

PushpakPawar · Answer

How to Improve Concentration in Studies with Meditation​ when you are stressed
A few quick tips for young buds to improve their grades. Did you know that meditation is the magic potion for boosting concentration and memory?

Are you one of those who gets straight A's in every subject excepting the much-dreaded Mathematics? Do numbers spell nightmare to you? And you have tried every coaching class under the sun, expert tutors, practiced pages, made furtive prayers but nothing could prevent that odd queasy feeling from appearing in your stomach, a day before the exam? You have also made a secret resolution to drop the subject at the first opportune moment?

Well, we suggest, drop the fear instead. The big question is ‘HOW?’. Easier said than done.

Well, there’s a sure shot solution to this problem: Meditate!

A study conducted at the University of Pennsylvania showed that even a few minutes of daily meditation can help improve focus and performance and Help you to reduce stress

Here are a few tips to improve your focus and concentration, irrespective of the task at hand.

StudyingTree · Answer

I found the article where you based your message and find it helpful. Thanks.

Drstudy · Answer

Sometimes it is very very difficult, to focus on the good things but when I do find myself getting bogged down I go outside for a walk or drive. I put some music on and try to get lost even if just for a short time. I am also a big list maker for both work and home, some list items are all business and some are fun for me, like changing the oil or getting some stuff ready for the season. You’re not alone so I hope that at least gives you some solace.

StudyingTree · Answer

Thanks for the sound advice, Drstudy.

timmiller · Answer

Hi, this is a very pressing issue right now.
I have found two ways to overcome your stress during this difficult time for the whole world.
1. Bring your life back to normal: go to bed on time, eat regularly, satisfy your body, because it is created by nature to be in motion, not just sit and lie down.
2. Exercise. Not sports, but physical education, because sports are a traumatic thing. At the very least, go for a walk with a like-minded partner or a loved one.
I recently wrote an essay on stress and published it on some sites. You can look for Timothy Miller and there should be some articles about it. So, I wrote an essay on this topic and together with https://thesisgeek.com/ wrote a very interesting article, you can also find there a section of the blog and find a couple of interesting facts to prepare for GMAT.
Besides, I can recommend you to read this article from the center of diseases https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-nc ... xiety.html
Wish you good health!

Naheedmir · Answer

I have read some very good replies, I will just add:
Study in a quiet place.
Eat organic healthy food.
Drink more water.
Do not have your meals just before studying. 
Divide your timetable into a time slot.

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