π Lifelong learning is essential for progress and self-discovery.
β° The speaker, a Korean student, talks about the intense studying culture in Korea.
π The speaker shares their experiences and strategies for effective studying.
π Effective and efficient studying is the key to academic success and parental pride.
β° The belief that more study time equals more knowledge is ineffective and can lead to severe depression.
π Practicing deep work leads to increased productivity and better learning outcomes with less studying time.
π The Pareto Principle (80/20 rule) is key to efficient studying.
π Focus on practical past paper questions and topic questions for better results.
π‘ Rewriting notes by hand is inefficient and doesn't prepare for exams.
π‘ Using past papers and topic questions helps identify knowledge gaps and consolidate understanding.
βοΈ Copying notes may give a false sense of studying, while actual practice with past papers is more effective.
π Consistently practicing past papers makes difficult questions easily manageable over time.
π― The key principle of effective studying is to avoid distractions.
β° To stay focused, delay gratification by committing to two hours of distraction-free deep work.
π Two hours of focused deep work is more valuable than a whole day of work.
π‘ Eliminate distractions by turning off Wi-Fi and removing phones.
β° Develop the ability to focus fully for extended study sessions.
π Set specific and smart goals for study sessions to enhance productivity.
π Creating specific targets and utilizing deep work can make studying more efficient and prevent burnout.
π― Setting precise goals and focusing on practice questions can help accomplish tasks during study sessions.
π Avoiding distractions and staying focused is essential for effective studying.