Procrastination. We’ve all been there. We’ve all done it. If there is one thing we can agree it is that procrastination is one of the biggest obstacles to making the best use of your time. Notwithstanding this, many students and learners genuinely suffer from it and...
As a PhD student studying at Oxford University, I struggled to find a good balance between work and play. In the past, I struggled with procrastination, and a lack of motivation and planning. Since, however, I have developed an efficient daily routine to help me work...
Have you ever forgotten a word you use every single day, and the more you try to think of it, the more it’s just out of your reach? Or forgotten the name of someone you know quite well, and for some reason that name seems to be hidden behind some sort of...
Although you might not consider yourself to be a creative person, every human being is born with a powerful imagination. This is because our imagination serves an evolutionary purpose: it is designed to keep us alive. Our imagination allows us to creatively find...
The Advantages of Revision Podcasts Do you use any revision podcasts? If you don’t, now is the perfect time to incorporate some into your studies. Research shows that podcasts aid deep learning: they reinforce existing knowledge while also helping you to make...
The science of learning is progressing, and getting some tricks in your learning arsenal can help you vastly increase your ability to consume and utilise new information. Below, I have outlined some such hints and tricks to get you on your way. Learning Styles We’ve...
