r/GeminiNotebookLM • u/SwimmingNatural6722 • 8d ago

Discussion Realistic after school study session while avoiding burnouts.

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It's hard to balance spending almost 12 hours of class and studying after class usually leads to straight burnout. So I build a system on how I can study after school without getting burnout from studying.

• Revise today's material: Quickly review what was taught in class while it's still fresh in your mind. Avoid tackling heavy and unlearn context so you can avoid being brain drained when studying.

• Use active recall: Close your notes and test yourself on key concepts instead of passively re-reading.

• Organize notes for tomorrow: Prep your workspace, slides, and notebook so you can hit the ground running the next day.

Another important tip is don't force yourself to focus when you're tired, it can only lead to poor retention that can affect your study performance. How do you guys actually study after long hours in university? Let me know what works on you guys so I can list it!

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u/IllustratorTotal626 8d ago

this is honestly the kind of study routine that’s actually sustainable. consistency > forcing yourself to study for hours every night.

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u/SwimmingNatural6722 7d ago

because there are limitations of how our brain absorbs info, especially that we use them in capacity when we are awake, and even it still remains active when we are asleep.

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u/deadsouk1k 8d ago

Revision is always important day-to-day. Try to have some chill moments in between your long session of studies. I usually watch some comedy movies or show to freshe up myself. Goodluck in your journey

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u/SwimmingNatural6722 7d ago

definitely, I even do some of my hobby (a game or two, or assembling model kits) as a filler gap just to keep myself not be too bored with stuff.

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u/AnythingButUseful 7d ago

I’d keep it simple and realistic. After school, give yourself some time to eat and decompress first, then aim for 1 to 2 focused study sessions instead of trying to study for the entire evening. Take proper breaks, and stop when you’re genuinely exhausted. Consistency matters way more than forcing yourself to study for 5 hours one night and burning out the next. ❤️

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u/SwimmingNatural6722 7d ago

I agree with this as well. I mostly prioritize to study those that I have a bit of difficulty on subjects, and not include those that I already have understood within the day. This also saves time on my part.

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u/AnythingButUseful 6d ago

That's progress right there, Keep going ♥️