8 silent study mistakes that are holding you back

1. Passive Rereading: Rereading notes or textbooks repeatedly without actively engaging with the material is a common but ineffective study habit.

2. Highlighting Without Processing: Over-highlighting text without critical thinking turns study materials into colorful but unhelpful pages.

3. Cramming Sessions: Last-minute cramming is a recipe for stress and poor retention. While it might help in short-term recall for immediate exams.

4. Studying in a Distracting Environment: Trying to study in noisy or cluttered environments significantly reduces focus and efficiency.

5. Lack of Self-Testing: Studying without regularly testing yourself prevents you from identifying knowledge gaps.

6. Ignoring Sleep and Breaks: Sacrificing sleep or skipping breaks to study more is counterproductive. Adequate rest and regular breaks are essential for brain function.

7. Not Seeking Help When Needed: Hesitating to ask for help when struggling with concepts can lead to prolonged confusion and wasted study time.

8. Studying Without a Plan: Studying without a structured plan or schedule leads to inefficient use of time and can increase stress.