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    How can I make myself like reading more?
    Alexander Ruiz, M.Ed.
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    Alexander Ruiz is an Educational Consultant and the Educational Director of Link Educational Institute, a tutoring business based in Claremont, California that provides customizable educational plans, subject and test prep tutoring, and college application consulting. With over a decade and a half of experience in the education industry, Alexander coaches students to increase their self-awareness and emotional intelligence while achieving skills and the goal of achieving skills and higher education. He holds a BA in Psychology from Florida International University and an MA in Education from Georgia Southern University.
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    Try starting with audiobooks that you can easily listen to on the go. Choose an audiobook about something you're interested in. Then, once you're used to listening to audiobooks, try gradually switching over to physical books. Taking baby steps can really help.
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    I have lost interest in studies, how can I get it back?
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    Put the interest back toward study by remembering your goal(s) in life and the reasons why you are studying to make your life better. Remind yourself that you are doing this for your future. Also, try to make your studies fun, like a game.
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    How can I better develop my memory?
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    Repeat what you learned every day. Spend at least 30 minutes every day, and review what you learned.
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    How can I get into the mood to study?
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    Think about your future goals. Try to think about the joy, happiness, and relaxation you will get after you study.
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    I feel really sleepy when I am opening the book. I really want to study but my heart doesn't allow it. What should I do?
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    You could take a bath before studying. Studying in the morning by sitting in nature in the green environment is the best method.
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    How do I motivate myself if none of my friends do it regularly?
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    If your friends are are not motivated in studies, find a time and place to study away from them.
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    I try to study, but I get diverted. What can I do?
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    Try taking all of your distractions out of the room (phones, computers, iPad, etc.). Log out of all social media in order to get your mind to focus on the task at hand. You can also try using the candy method. If you are studying from a textbook, place a piece of candy (like a gummy bear or M&M) every third paragraph or so. This way, when your reading, it may motivate you to keep going, so you can get the candy.
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    Where should I study?
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    It's best to study in a quite and clean place where you won't be distracted by others. A library is always a good choice.
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    How can I refresh my mind before studying?
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    Try taking a warm bath or shower; this can help relax your mind. You can also go for a short walk around the block; don't make it too long, however, or you will be too tired to study.
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    How do I avoid distractions?
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    Turn off your electronics and put them out of sight. Ask your family members not to disturb you while studying. Listen to soft music to drown out excess ambient noise. If your environment still has too many distractions, consider studying at the library instead.
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    What will people say if I only study to get good marks?
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    Studying is not only for the good marks but for the knowledge too. In fact, deepening your understanding is vital for truly being effective in whatever field of endeavor you may pursue in the future.
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    How I can achieve success?
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    You can achieve success by developing an interest in your studies and doing hard work.
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    Why do I get sleepy whenever I open my math book?
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    Maybe because you aren't interested in math. Try to create some interest by incorporating a reward system or some other type of study habit. Don't think math as just problems to be solved.
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    How can I get my interest for studies back?
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    Think of someone in your life or in history whom you really admire, who accomplished important things with hard work and practice. That should inspire you.
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    How can I decrease the amount that I get distracted while studying?
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    You should put away all electronics devices, and study in a clean room with peaceful music.
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    How do I beat everyone else at studies?
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    If you wish to stand first in your class, you should most importantly develop an interest towards studies. Unless and until you like what you are doing, you cannot master it.
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    How can I develop more interest in my studies?
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    You study to gain knowledge. You study to learn new things, and earn a fantastic career. Just keep this in mind, close your eyes, take a deep breath, then go on to study.
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    What can I do if my child lacks concentration skills and is afraid of exams?
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    Try to motivate them by telling some stories or explain if they do not study, they may have a rough life ahead.
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    How do I determine which career I should pursue after high school?
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    Make a list of your interests and relate them to potential careers. For example, if you love reading, consider a career in writing or journalism.
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    How do I become a good doctor after losing interest in my studies?
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    You can immerse yourself fully in your work and look at the benefits rather than the downsides. Instead of focusing on what you don't like about your studies, think about all the good you're doing for anyone who may need your services in the future. Knowing how meaningful your work is may inspire you to develop an interest in it again.
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    What is the best method for studying?
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    Understanding the lesson like a story if theoretical. If practical, assume it in your life.
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    What do I do if I can't seem to get interested and I have trouble memorizing information from my studies?
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    Break down the sections into smaller parts. Make flashcards and go through them every hour or two. Ask someone to quiz you. If you start to get frustrated or you feel like you're not absorbing anything, take a 5 minute break to clear your head.
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    How do I get interested if I already know the information?
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    Even if you already know the basic information, there might be some new details, examples, or perspectives on the information being presented to you that you could get interested in. If that's not the case, that's okay. You don't have to be interested in your studies 100% of the time. If you're in class, you could focus on sharing your knowledge by participating in class or helping out classmates who are struggling - or, if you want, just zone out for a little while. At home, you don't really need to study what you already know well. Focus most of your studying on what you need more practice with. If you have homework that's really easy for you, you can challenge yourself to get it done quickly within a certain time period, or listen to music to entertain yourself while you do it.
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    Is studying on my bed good?
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    No. Each time you sit to study, you will be back to sleep, because your mind will associate the bed with sleeping.
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    How do I study for a long time without losing concentration?
    Tom De Backer
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    Take regular breaks. Take ten minutes every hour, but don't do anything meaningful. Look out the window, go for a walk, take a shower, don't watch TV or read a book, and certainly don't go online to play games.
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    I want to study but I get bored. What should I do?
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    Think of your future and how it won't be good if you don't study.
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    How do I avoid thinking about distractions while study?
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    You can listen to white noise. Studies show that listening to white noise decreases your distractions.
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    How can I get my son to be interested in other studies when he only has interest in math subjects?
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    It's very good that your child is interested in mathematics, but other subjects are as important as math. I suggest finding a way to help him relate other subjects in a way that appeals to him. If he is mathematically minded, show him how the other subject can help with math and critical thinking.
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    Why do I feel nervous when I study?
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    You're probably just worried about how you're going to perform on the tests, wondering if you're studying the right things, if you're going to remember everything, etc. Just take a few slow, deep breaths, and remind yourself that you're doing the best you can. There's no need to be nervous.
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    How can I get higher grades if I really can't understand the question even when the teacher repeats it?
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    If you cannot understand what the question is even though the teacher repeats it, try breaking the question down into smaller chunks. Then try to understand the chunks separately and then together. You can also try to rephrase the question or get someone to do it for you. This shall give you better understanding of the question.
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