How to stay focused while studying - 20 tips to keep yourself on track

When we are living in a world full of distractions and dependent on technology, then it's tough to stay focused but not impossible.

It's all about our determination and eagerness. If there are tons of ways to get distracted, there are millions of strategies to be focused too. It's up to us what we prioritize the most. There's a saying, everything has it's bad and good aspects. There are no bigger media like technology for learning but this is also the major reason for wasting time. 

So here I am going to share some tips that helped me to be focused while studying. These are some simple tips but implementation is noteworthy. We will not discuss 20 tips thoroughly, we will discuss it through 4 groups : 1.How to set a goal 2.Requirements for a productive study place 3.How to manage time and time management tips 4. How to use technology while studying. Let's get started.

How to set a goal

1. Take a deep breath, Think and set up a Smart goal. And be smart to achieve that goal. If possible write it down and stick it on your desk. Before wasting time just look into it and think about what you should do and what you shouldn't.
2. Write down or make a list of all the things that may detract you from your study and avoid them.
3. Also, eliminate your time wasters.
4. Don't do multiple tasks at a time. Focus on only one thing.
5. Make your priority chart.Think what you have done yesterday, what you are doing today, and what you will do tomorrow. Remember, you should concentrate on today and tomorrow. Never regret. Start today.

What are the requirements for productive study place that can help you to be focused

1. The place where you are doing your work or study should be productive, neat and clean with limited distractions.
2. Better to keep your workplace away from your relaxation place. 
3. Only keep the essentials related to your work or study on your desk.
4. For avoiding noisy background sounds, you can turn on some monotonous sounds or music to be focused on your task.

How to manage time

1. Time management is absolutely important to concentrate on your task. Make an easy routine for each study session.
2. Start the Pomodoro method, in this procedure you can take enough break from your study for a short interval. The proper time for study and break, you can choose according to your brain capacity.
3.  Make a small to-do list. After completing one task, give a √ mark on the list that will motivate you to complete another task. 
4. Split your whole task into small parts, then complete it one by one.
5. After completing each task, you can reward yourself like if Watching drama, movie, listening to music or eating favorite food etc.

How to deal with Technology

1. Turn off the Internet or wifi connections while studying 
2. Log out from your all social media accounts or distance yourself from social media.
   
3. Turn off all kinds of notification that can distract you anyhow.
4. If something that you require online makes sure all information is collected before getting started with the task.
5. You can use different features of your phone to count your time while studying. So you won't divert to anything else.
6. But if you're addicted to your phone then try to keep it far away from your desk. Practicing this habit for some days can help you to focus more on your study.

Reminder : 

1. Maintain a healthy diet every day
2. Do daily exercise/morning walk/yoga For Fresh and clear mind
3. Lastly Writing: This is one of  the best thing to do. This is neither theoretical writing nor to-do list. Daily journal, personal diary writing or preparing a wish list for you etc. This will encourage you to think about you and your life deeply. Normally, we don't think about ourselves, but taking care of our mind and health are important as well.
   

Stay healthy, Stay focused.