When you feel like what you’re reading/writing isn’t registering in your brain properly
This is what people call “study burnout”
I wish someone had told me this earlier, but this happens to everyone.
My biggest advice for you is to STOP WASTING YOUR TIME.
Maybe you’ve worn yourself out, maybe you’re having a rough day (which is both valid & okay), maybe you haven’t eaten enough, maybe you haven’t slept enough .. there are literally a million reasons for this.
So instead of going into the viscous cycle of forcing yourself to read/write, not being able to, feeling unproductive, feeling like shit so you force yourself even harder to study .. STOP.
Do whatever you feel like doing (and know that it’s okay to give yourself a break)
Whether that’s taking a walk, cooking, playing video games, watching something, reading a book, hanging out with people, eating a snack, taking a shower, going to the gym, painting, doing yoga, playing music, texting someone … just do whatever you enjoy.
Because think about it, would you rather just sit there tormenting yourself or do something that’ll help elevate your mood and replenish your energy, you’re investing your time in yourself.
And it’s okay if you don’t get anything done for a while because after taking that break you’ll be refreshed and rejuvenated and you’ll be productive. Trust me a change in scenery, even if small, does wonders.
So to recap, stop, take a break, you’ll be fine the next day. It happens to everyone there’s nothing wrong with you.
But I must mention this, balance is a must. Don’t justify skipping classes/not studying for a week or two in the name of “self-care” (unless of course if you feel like you physically/mentally cannot, then seek professional help, this post is about the occasional study fatigue.)
I got so many anons & messages about how this “what is happening, why is it happening to me & how to cope with it” hopefully it helps. As always, my ask box is open!
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