Over the past few weeks, I’ve shared my honest struggles with procrastination, motivation, and getting started.
Now it’s time for a quick recap of the best tricks that actually helped me move forward — and that might help you too.
I’ve also made a short video where I explain all 5 study tricks in under one minute!
→ Click on the thumbnail to watch it — and keep reading for the key takeaways.
1. Shrink the Task
Inspired by The Mountain Is You, I learned that procrastination is often fear, not laziness.
The trick?
→ Start messy. Forget perfection — just open your laptop and write the first sentence.
Small action beats no action.
2. The 5-Minute Rule
Commit to just 5 minutes of work. That’s it.
Most of the time, starting is the hardest part — and once you begin, you keep going.
3. The 10-Minute Focus Timer
If you struggle to concentrate, start with just 10 minutes of deep work.
Phone away. Focus on one task only.
This is a mini version of the Pomodoro Technique — perfect for overwhelming days.
4. Change Your Environment
Your environment affects your habits.
Study in a new place: a café, library, or even a different room.
→ A new setting can trigger a new, more focused mindset.
Even small rituals like lighting a candle can make a difference.
5. The 1% Method: Tiny Improvements Daily
The biggest mindset shift I made came from Atomic Habits by James Clear:
“You do not rise to the level of your goals. You fall to the level of your systems.”
You don’t have to be perfect.
Just get 1% better every day — and the results will compound over time.
Final Thoughts
None of these tricks are magic. But they are powerful because they lower the mental resistance that holds you back.
- Start messy.
- Start small.
- Stay consistent.
Watch the video, pick one trick, and start today.
You might be surprised how much easier it feels once you do.
What’s coming next
This blog series is just getting started! 🚀
In the next few posts, we’ll dive deeper into different learning methods that can make studying easier, more efficient, and even a little more enjoyable.
Here’s a sneak peek at what’s coming:
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How the Pomodoro Technique can help you focus (even when you feel overwhelmed)
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Why Spaced Repetition is a game-changer for memorising information
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How to use Active Recall to actually learn instead of just reviewing
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Plus: a final wrap-up post where I’ll collect all the best tips and tricks into one easy guide you can save!
Stay tuned — and if you’re curious about a specific method, drop a comment and let me know!
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