Learning & Study Skills

Short-term versus long-term memory Why cramming fails and spacing works The role of attention and distraction Sleep, exercise, and their impact on learning

Turning information into your own words Using outlines, Cornell notes, and mind maps Highlighting versus actually processing ideas Organizing notes so you can find things later

Active recall versus passive rereading Spaced repetition and flashcard systems Self-testing as a learning tool Using mistakes to strengthen understanding

Why we delay tasks even when they matter Breaking big tasks into small, doable steps Using timers and routines to build momentum Designing your environment to reduce distractions