There are thousands of books out there to learn about learning and it seems quite overwhelming to pick the right ones especially since this is “only” the preparation for your preparation. So what are the best books to improve your study skills? First of all, let’s take a look at […]
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Getting through your next exam preparation is not only a mental challenge but long hours in front of your desk could also cause physical pain without the right study posture. But what is the best posture for studying long hours? Here is a list of the essentials for the perfect study posture: Sit upright, hip back in the seat as far as […]
The Dark Web, a mysterious place and playground for criminals? Is it safe to go there and am I doing something illegal? Can I really find study material there you might think? First of all, getting into the Dark Web is not difficult, illegal or dangerous if you know what […]
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 […]
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 […]