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Learning is a marathon, not a sprint. If you make learning a routine part of your week, you set yourself up for success as a student and prepare yourself for a lifetime of learning. In this video, learn 3 ways to turn your studies into a successful habit.
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If you're like me, you've got a lot
of things going on in your life, and
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it can be difficult to
find the time to study.
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To learn most successfully,
we recommend making learning a habit,
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here are three tips to help you
make learning a part of your life.
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Spread your learning over the week.
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Trying to cram six hours of study, in on
a Sunday afternoon isn't always easy,
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and it isn't very effective either.
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Research shows that learning
more frequently, but for
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less time is better than cramming
your studies into one long session.
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To be more successful, spread out
your learning time over the week,
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the more often the better, but
three times in a week is great.
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Set a weekly schedule.
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Schedule at least three time
in the next week for learning,
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it doesn't have to be a lot of time,
15 to 30 minutes as session is reasonable,
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spending an hour is great, but
don't burn yourself out, you are creating
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a lifetime commitment to learning,
which is a marathon not a sprint.
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Pause this video, open your calendar, and
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schedule this week's learning now,
make it a habit.
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Once you've set aside the time to learn,
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stick to your schedule, the more you make
learning a routine part of your life,
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the easier it will become, and
the more natural it will feel.
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Creating a learning habit
is only the first step
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towards becoming a lifelong learner.
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