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Studying effectively isn’t just about putting in the hours, it’s about using the right techniques. Research shows that some popular methods, like re-reading notes or highlighting, are far less effective than people assume. Instead, techniques that leverage how our brains naturally process and retain information yield far better results. The Problem with Common Study Habits Memory Palaces: The Ancient Greek Technique The Protégé Effect & The Feynman Technique The Zeigarnik Effect: Why Unfinished Tasks Stick Distributed Learning: The Power of Spacing Conclusion The Problem with Common Study Habits Ineffective techniques: Reading over and over, highlighting, using mnemonics for simple memorization, starting early without a plan, reading notes before and after class, listening to music while studying. ...

I just read the kindle edition of Atomic Habits by James Clear. Its worth the time investment, giving practical ways for building desired habbits and more importantly, breaking bad ones. The habit loop The four stages of habit are an endless cycle. This habit loop is continually scanning the environment, predicting what will happen next, trying out different responses, and learning from the results. The cue triggers a craving That motivates a response That provides a reward That satisfies the craving and, ultimately, becomes associated with the cue 4 laws of behavior change The pillars of the book, are the four stages of the habit building process: ...