To most of us, studying is a necessary chore.
It is not fun, and we are not particularly interested in having the opportunity to learn new things.
Whatever our reasons for not wanting to study, it still remains that we need to do well in our exams. And having the right mindset can make all the difference how much grade improvement we are able to achieve.
It can be easy to be a successful student:
A. Aim to think positively when you study. When things get difficult, remind yourself of your skills and abilities. As you were able to develop those talents, you are able to conquer the difficult study materials in front of you
B. Avoid going into disaster-mode. Instead of thinking, “My life is a mess, I’ll never have enough time to study for this exam. You will feel better when you look at it this way: “I might be a little late in preparing for this exam. I am glad I am starting now, and I will be able to get most of it done in time.”
C. Stay away from absolute thinking, like “I always panic once the exam paper is in front of me.” Think objectively, and remind yourself, “I didn’t do so well in SA1 but CA1 was quite alright. What did I do correctly that I can do again this time?”
D. Do not compare yourself with others. You are different from them and have strengths that they do not have