How do I study the subject i dislike? I find it very difficult to even start studying it
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(without losing your mind) ✨
oh sweetie, this question hits so close to home! honestly, we've all been there, staring at a textbook for a subject that makes us want to crawl back into bed and pretend it doesn't exist. the good news? you're definitely not alone in this struggle, and there are actually some really effective ways to make it more manageable 💕
let's be real for a second you don't have to love every subject you study. that's just not realistic, and putting that pressure on yourself only makes things harder. instead, let's just try to focus on building a sustainable approach that ACTUALLY works.
✧･ﾟ: *:･ﾟ✧ my tried-and-true strategies for conquering the subjects we hate ✧･ﾟ: *:･ﾟ✧
⋆ start ridiculously small i know everyone says this, but hear me out, when i say small, i mean really small. can't bring yourself to study for an hour? try 15 minutes. still too much? literally just open your textbook and read one page.
the hardest part is always starting, and once you're in motion, it's so much easier to keep going. i've had study sessions that started with "i'll just organize my notes for 5 minutes" and ended up lasting two hours because the momentum carried me.
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⋆ the "sandwich method" this one changed my life! sandwich your least favorite subject between two things you actually enjoy. maybe that's starting with your favorite subject, then tackling the dreaded one, then ending with something fun like journaling or watching a study vlog.
it makes the whole experience feel more balanced and gives you something to look forward to.
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⋆ find your "why" (even if it's practical) you don't need some deep, passionate reason to study something. sometimes your "why" is just "i need this grade to graduate" or "this is required for my major" and that's completely valid!
write down your reason and put it somewhere visible. on tough days, that reminder can be the push you need to keep going.
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⋆ make it as pleasant as possible if you have to suffer through it, at least make the environment nice! this might mean:
studying in your coziest spot with good lighting
using pens and notebooks that make you happy
having your favorite drink nearby
playing soft background music that helps you focus
these little touches won't make you love the subject, but they can make the experience more bearable.
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⋆ the "teach someone else" trick this sounds counterintuitive when you hate the subject, but explaining concepts to someone else (even if it's just your pet or a plant lol) actually helps things stick in your brain. plus, it shows you what you do and don't understand yet.
you could also try making voice memos explaining concepts to yourself, sometimes hearing it in your own words makes it click. and i know this is a common study tip other usually give, but it's supperrrr helpful for subjects you don't actually like.
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⋆ break it into tiny, specific goals so, instead of "study chemistry for 2 hours" (overwhelming!), try:
"read pages 45-50"
"complete 5 practice problems"
"make flashcards for chapter 3 vocabulary"
specific, small goals feel so much more achievable and give you that satisfying sense of completion.
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⋆ reward yourself consistently and i don't just mean after big milestones! reward yourself for small wins too. finished reading that section you've been avoiding? treat yourself to your favorite snack. completed a practice quiz? watch an episode of your favorite show.
these little rewards help your brain associate studying (even the hard stuff) with positive feelings.
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⋆ study with others when possible even if you're not naturally a group study person, there's something really helpful about shared accountability. find classmates who are also struggling with the subject, you can motivate each other and share the burden.
if in-person isn't possible, online study groups or even just body doubling sessions can work wonders.
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✧･ﾟ: *:･ﾟ✧ gentle reminders for the hard days ✧･ﾟ: *:･ﾟ✧
some days are going to be harder than others, and that's okay. progress isn't always linear, especially with subjects we find challenging or uninteresting.
make sure to remember that you're not trying to become passionate about this subject, you're just trying to get through it successfully. and truly that's enough. you're allowed to dislike things and still do well at them.
the most important thing: be patient with yourself. building new study habits takes time, especially when you're working against your natural preferences. start with one or two of these strategies and see what works for you.
you've got this, love. even when it feels impossible, you're stronger than you think 💕
what's the subject you're currently battling with? i'd love to hear about your experiences in the notes!
⋆｡‧˚ʚ♡ɞ˚‧｡⋆ xoxo, mindy ✨ ⋆｡‧˚ʚ♡ɞ˚‧｡⋆