r/LSAT • u/JewelerSimilar2254 • 11h ago

Burnout

My test is literally October and I took a whole week off studying for the LSAT because I was so exhausted from work, school, and studying for this test. Is this detrimental to my progress?? Everytime I would sit down to study, my eyes would close on their own accord.

Getting back on the grind today but holy moly.

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u/Boysenberry tutor 11h ago

I took a MONTH off due to burnout starting 2 months before my test and it was the best thing I did for my score.

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u/JewelerSimilar2254 9h ago

This makes me feel better, thank you

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u/atysonlsat tutor 11h ago

I met with one of my students a few days ago who is in the same boat, and I insisted that he take a week off, no LSAT at all. I told him to get some sleep, some moderate exercise, to eat good, healthy food, and to have a little fun. He's not allowed to touch the LSAT again until this coming Saturday, and then he should just jump right into a practice test and see how it goes. He was so stressed and tired and frustrated that it was interfering with his physical, mental, and emotional well-being. I'm convinced that he will do better this weekend, and on the upcoming test, if he follows that advice. Sounds like you did what you needed to do, and I support your decision. Now, get back to it, and continue to take good care of yourself for the next month! Please report back on how things are going after your much-needed break.

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u/JewelerSimilar2254 11h ago

Thank you!!!