Researching a study topic online can get quite overwhelming so often people try to take a shortcut by typing a keyword into their favorite search engine and pick the first entry. But if you know how and where to look you can find better and hidden material. So here are […]
Study aids
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Sometimes when I encounter a certain smell an old memory suddenly comes back or an association with something or someone is triggered. Many people use essential oils to create certain emotions so there seems to be a connection between fragrance and feelings or memory. So can smells help you to […]
It is obvious that a noisy environment clearly impacts your concentration and study efforts. But what noise level is the best for studying? The best noise level to stay focused and concentrated is silence. The definition of silence as “the absence of noise or sounds” is practically non-existent in anyone’s environment. Near […]
I never really thought about it. I always put my desk in front of the window to have enough light and a nice view. Turns out that was actually hurting my productivity. So where is the best place to put a desk while studying? The following rules determine the best […]
The fact that colors have an influence on our mood and emotions is well known. So I was wondering if I could use colors to improve my study. So what is the best color for studying? According to recent studies, the way color can improve study performance is by increasing […]
I always thought that the best font to study whether for your own notes or for your study material is the easiest one to read. I was quite surprised when I learned that this is not true. So what is the best font for study notes? The best font for […]
Lights are an important factor when it comes to studying. Even if your mind is focused now due to my articles on meditation and hypnosis if your eyes cannot keep up because of wrong lighting your study success is severely impacted. So what is the best light for studying? Without […]
I once tried out hypnosis to overcome my fear of going to the dentist and it was really a great experience. I wondered what hypnosis can do to improve my exam preparation. Can hypnosis improve your study habits and skills? Yes, Hypnosis can improve your study habits by helping you to overcome […]
I came across this question while researching for the best exam preparation food and was wondering whether there is any truth to it. Can you improve your test performance by chewing gum? A study shows that chewing gum can improve tour test scores. The improvements were minimal but measurable during the […]
You work hard, read a lot and take a huge amount of notes during your study. Why not sell your study notes and make some money on the side. So can you sell your study notes? Yes, you can. There are many marketplaces that allow you to sell you study notes, […]
