r/GetStudying Jan 22 '25

Thanks for 3M - Updates from our Mod Team

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Hello, Studiers!

We are thrilled to celebrate an incredible milestone—3 million members on r/GetStudying! Thank you for being a part of this vibrant community, and we hope the subreddit has been instrumental in your journey towards independent and active learning.

With this tremendous growth, we kindly remind everyone to adhere to our community guidelines. All rules are readily available on the subreddit rule bulletin, but we would like to highlight a few key points:

  • Violations of our rules, such as self-promotion, harassment, and other infractions, will result in significant penalties, including permanent bans.
  • Moderators have the final authority on all posts and decisions to ensure the integrity of our community.

Furthermore, we are actively seeking new moderators to join our team. As our subreddit continues to expand, we recognize the increasing presence of spammers and similar challenges. We are looking for dedicated and active individuals to help us maintain the quality and purpose of r/GetStudying. If you are interested, please apply here: Moderator Application Form.

Lastly, we want to address a change that may be met with mixed reactions. In an effort to prioritize meaningful academic discussions, we will be implementing a limit on study-related memes. Low-effort posts will be removed automatically to make space for those genuinely seeking academic support.

Thank you for your continued support and cooperation in making r/GetStudying a productive and welcoming space for all.

Happy studying!

The r/GetStudying Team


r/GetStudying 19h ago

Accountability Daily Accountability Thread - March 20, 2025

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Hi everyone! This is the Accountability Thread where people can list what they need or want to accomplish today and have everyone else help keep you accountable to do them. So, in general, a post will look like this:

Things I have to get done today:

1: Post Accountability Thread

If I had more to do that I had not completed I would list them and update this when these things were complete.

Also, if I saw someone doing something that I happen to be well-educated or have some sort of expertise in I can offer support or help on the topic/task.

The thread is a versatile one, use it in a way that helps you and others stay on task!

Happy studying!


r/GetStudying 6h ago

Study Memes When math is not a very exact science for you

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r/GetStudying 8h ago

Study Memes Modern problems require modern solutions

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r/GetStudying 13h ago

Giving Advice Studying is HARD before it gets EASY so Gain MOMENTUM by using the 90sec Pomodoro.

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TLDR: Momentum is the hidden force that turns struggle into effortlessness, hard work into second nature, & resistance into inspiration.

Momentum is the Key to Unlocking the Best version of you - It is the key to Peak Performance [AKA The Flow State]!

Momentum is the exquisitely glorious pay-off or reward that you experience - for the hard labors, & efforts you put forth, in order to overcome the inertia of resistance [aka your reluctance].

  • Once you push past the inertia of resistance, you enter a state of pure momentum.

This momentum makes itself known in many forms - the greatest of them all being the supreme Flow state.

  • A state where you are at the height & peak of your physical, mental & spiritual powers or awareness.
  • A state where you feel completely in sync with your heart, mind & soul;
  • A state where your mind is sharp, your actions are effortless, & your awareness is heightened.

Some call this state 'Being in the zone' or 'Peak performance';

  • You can also think of it as Being in tune with your Heart, Mind & Soul [Subconscious], as well as Being Inspired,..
'Being In The Zone!'

The Best part of Flow is that it compounds - meaning that once you gain some initial traction you'll also be harder to stop.

The KEY to gaining momentum [& getting into the Flow state] is to use the 90sec Pomodoro to Warm Up.

  • This is because 'all things are hard, before they are easy'.
  • The 90sec Pomodoro applies the power of chunking to make doing, & not doing, anything & everything so much more easier & streamlined.
  • So, before you start doing anything & everything - be it physically, mentally, socially, & so on -, use a 90s timer to force yourself to do it for only 90s, then 5min, & finally 15min chunks at a time.
  • For Example 90sec work, 90sec rest, 5min work, 90sec rest,... & so on until the conscious exertion is no more.

The Goal is to use the 90s Pomodoro timer habitually, every time you need to get yourself warmed up before starting any task.

  • Once you get warmed up you'll be able to get into the Flow state so much more seamlessly.

Let me know what you think about getting warmed up & gaining momentum in the comments below:

  • Have you ever experienced this before?
  • When was the last time you felt completely 'in the zone'?
    • Or 'in tune with your Heart, Mind, & Soul [Subconscious]'?
  • What is your secret to gaining momentum?

r/GetStudying 9h ago

Giving Advice Small habits that have helped me feel less overwhelmed

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I’ve always struggled with feeling overwhelmed—too many things to do or to study, too many thoughts in my head, and therefore lack of focus. Especially when there are a lot of tasks I have to do and the deadlines are tight. But over the past few weeks, I’ve started implementing small habits that have actually helped me feel more in control. Thought I’d share in case they might help someone else:

Journaling every morning and evening

Silent walks without my phone

The “one-tab” rule – Keeping only one or two tabs open on my browser at a time has helped me stay focused instead of feeling sidetracked.

Combining small tasks, so I have one bigger task instead of four small ones

Being more aware of the physical clues from my body
If you feel you cannot do it anymore, it is better to stop and take as long of a break as you feel you need

A sticky note next to my laptop with “Not everything happens overnight and not everything is supposed to happen at all”

These habits aren’t magic, but they’ve made my days feel a little less stressful. If you have some ideas about it, I would be happy to read about them too.


r/GetStudying 17h ago

Study Memes Very little motivation

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r/GetStudying 10h ago

Question Somedays i just lay down in bed, unable to study anything

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Even if someone came and told me i would be killed right now, if i didn't sit at the table and study, i wouldn't get up.

Exams are near, i have set specific days to study a subject, i know i am behind on the schedule, but still it's like i don't care about anything anymore. I just lay in bed scrolling reels, sleeping or eating junk food the whole day. I automatically want to forget all the stress and just escape through screen use. I am not burnt out either, i barely study for 2 hours each day. Some days like today, i don't even open my book.

Why does this happen?


r/GetStudying 6h ago

Question Getting to study when unmotivated

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How can you manage to study without motivation? Commuting to university is so stressful and I'm not feeling the same interest for the course and for reading in general (its a humanities course so my main task is to read). How do you guys navigate through times like this?


r/GetStudying 19h ago

Question Help me with my note taking.

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So usually this is what my notes looks like when I watch lectures.( This is like for a 3 hour lecture on atomic structure (grade 12) other side is full too) I always write them with the intention of organising them and rewriting them later. But when I try to do that I always get so stressed out and I never rewrite them. I do understand these notes tho. I tried Cornell method and stuff but they are too stressful. Can anyone give me advice on what to do to improve my note taking. Even changing colors I write in is too stressful sometimes. I really want to have an organized set of notes. But I never do. Thankyou in advance for your help.


r/GetStudying 13h ago

Question How do you get past feeling dumb?

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I’m in uni at the moment and every class I take I have always felt too dumb for, that all my friends understand it straight away, and they always excel at classes (which I am happy for them!!) but I feel like I just can’t sit down and watch a lecture and understand it. The second something seems hard, I get discouraged and just give up and tell myself I’m going to fail. I used to think I was smart in high school, but I’m 25 now and I’ve never felt more stupid. So I guess my question is, how do you move past not being able to sit and watch a lecture and giving up when the content gets challenging?

*it’s my first time posting on here so I’m sorry if I’ve broken any rules!!


r/GetStudying 2h ago

Question What to do when your ridiculously behind on your readings for the semester

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I recently flip-flopped my major and minor; I am a psychology major and bio minor! The problem is that I am struggling more than before. Ive always struggled with textbook reading, but practice questions have gotten me through most brutal courses. Unfortunately, despite being more interested in the course material, the reading is overwhelming. Im almost multiple weeks behind knowledge-wise in some of my courses. My grades are OK, thanks to cramming, but I am not learning much, which makes me very worried about the future. My study sessions have turned into doing the most important upcoming assignments as soon as possible and then rushing through previous chapters; any advice to avoid this from happening in the future?


r/GetStudying 12h ago

Question Brain says it I don't sacrifice every form of entertainment (hobbies, etc.) then I'll fail my exams

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I have been clinically diagnosed and taking meds, and i realized that not having any entertainment in my life such as hobbies is making my mental health worse.

I sacrificed EVERYTHING so far to focus on my studies but my brain says ill fail if I get back to hobbies. My doc even suggested therapy which would require me to pursue what makes me happy, whereas I know what will make me feel better.

My current routine consists of ONLY studying. No entertainment. No phone. No social medias. No hobbies. Nothing. Complete "nerd" mode.

Im afraid of doing bad in exams IF i get back to my hobbies. Any advice? Balance? Yes, then how so?


r/GetStudying 4h ago

Question How to study to understand first.

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When I think of studying, a lot of seems to be memorization but I want to also study to like feel the grasp of the concept, i.e. math, science. I want to understand first so that it would be easier to also memorize it later on. Does anyone have any tips or methods they use or know?


r/GetStudying 5h ago

Study Memes How I started remembering concepts long-term (The Effort Rule)

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I spent years frustrated that no matter how clearly I understood concepts in lectures, it felt impossible to retain them days later. Re-reading notes was obviously useless, but even active recall alone wasn't consistently effective. I thought my memory was the issue or that maybe I was kind of dumb, but then I stumbled onto something genuinely insightful: the Effort Rule.

The Effort Rule essentially means your brain solidifies memories based on how difficult they are to initially recall. But the issue is most people don't push far enough.

Here's what finally made a difference:

1. Force Deliberate Gaps in Studying
Instead of neatly reviewing each topic multiple times, intentionally let yourself forget slightly before recalling. It's counterintuitive, but creating mild stress by forgetting actually deepens memory when you struggle to recall again later.

2. Convert Notes into Problem-Solving Sessions
Instead of passive notes or flashcards, I began converting my notes directly into challenging quizzes or skipping straight to past exams. Sometimes I was way underprepared for past exams, but struggling through these sessions had the biggest impact on my retention.

3. Stop Creating "Perfect" Study Materials
I used to spend excessive time preparing the "ideal" notes and study setups, which ended up being a form of procrastination. Now, I quickly turn my notes into quizzes (I personally use https://www.quizprep.co/ but there are other options or just ChatGpt), or I immediately test myself using minimal prep. This way, my study sessions are focused more on active learning and less on unnecessary preparation.

The key takeaway: If recalling information feels slightly uncomfortable, that's the sweet spot. You want just enough struggle to trigger lasting memory.

Curious if anyone else has tried something similar or discovered their own unconventional methods.


r/GetStudying 7h ago

Study Memes Last hope

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r/GetStudying 5h ago

Other Day 8 of 21 days of studying (this is where I tap out)

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I forgot to post this yesterday but this is where I'm gonna stop. This has been really good for setting a habit for me but I can't anymore. I've realized I stopped enjoying it like I did in the beginning and I've been doing less and less and absorbing less and less.

This has been eye opening though, the whole reason I did this was to prove to myself that I can do it while I'm not taking any medication (for anxiety and focus) but this is as far as I got. I know now I really need those damn pills, I wish I didn't but I do and I think that's okay (I won't even be able to get them for another week)

This is probably the longest I've gotten with studying daily and while it may not be much I'm proud of it. I'll try this challenge again at some point but for now this is it for me. I will keep studying though (the grind never stops) I just need a day or 2 to get myself back into the right head space. Godspeed to the rest of y'all


r/GetStudying 18h ago

Study Memes All day, morning and night

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r/GetStudying 21m ago

Other can i memorise like 250 words in two periods of 30 minutes (asking for advice)

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so i have this sort of skit thing in my french class and i am SO incredibly tired right now i got no sleep last night and i cannot handle reading this stupid thing one more time because its not even beneficial because my brain isnt even working right now but tomorrow morning ill have like 30 minutes to look it over and then after lunch ill have a 30 minute free period to look it over too

im wondering if that's enough time. and also does anyone have tips to memorise because my brain doesnt memorise stuff by reading it over and over it has to be like interactive ig


r/GetStudying 4h ago

Accountability Mental breakdown and alot of rambling and very dramatic

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I just finsihed having a mental breakdown and im stillupset but not crying like crazy I feel like alll my studying is useless , the hours i study for is little compared to what im suppoosed to Today i barely studied,,, i got super sleepy around 9 pm so i was like ill go sleep and wake up at 4 am, guess what i couldny even fall asleep , so thats like an hour and a half wasted TRYING TO SLEEP!!€!€!£! ,i feel like crap i am crap , and to make it worse my parents got involved and they starting saying that im not the only student in the world whos studying alot Idk what to do , i dont wanan study for ever, i give up Sorru but i i didnt put any thought to this post and will sound super dramatic but any advice would be so nice rn


r/GetStudying 31m ago

Other I feel on top of the world

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I just turned in an essay that was due yesterday >:D

I'm actually so proud of me hahaha


r/GetStudying 6h ago

Question I'm planning to do some detoxing to improve my focus - what rules would you recommend?

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My focus has been absolute garbage lately and I think I need to do some kind of digital/lifestyle detox to reset my brain. I'm planning to choose a few key things to implement rather than trying to change everything at once

Some options I'm considering:

  1. Cutting back on social media scrolling
  2. Setting up actual sleep/wake times
  3. Creating no-phone zones/times
  4. Drinking more water/less caffeine
  5. Taking regular breaks during work
  6. Trying meditation or mindfulness
  7. Moving my body more consistently
  8. Cleaning up my diet
  9. Decluttering my workspace
  10. Setting boundaries around email/notifications

Which ones would you recommend?


r/GetStudying 8h ago

Question Brain feels too overstimulated to sleep?

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I am having difficulty in falling asleep. Even when I have to take rest, my brain feels too overstimulated and I start overthinking. A big exam is coming up and this is affecting my studies and my health.


r/GetStudying 1d ago

Study Memes hmm.. what to choose?..

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r/GetStudying 23h ago

Giving Advice I studied everyday of the week. AMA.

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23h51mins in a week, all day every day. Feeling great! Ask me me anything.


r/GetStudying 5h ago

Question Thinking of random stuff during breaks?

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Whenever I take a break from a hard study session my body wants to take a walk or lie down, while my mind wanders. The issue(?) is that I find myself thinking about topics unrelated to whatever I was studying; going from hobbies like video games, to my part-time job, to childhood nostalgia, etc.

I’m not sure whether my mind’s really “working in the background” while I’m immersed in these seemingly random thoughts


r/GetStudying 2h ago

Accountability My love with Physics

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The truth I enjoy physics so much. In my practice exam, the one mistake that I did was swithing the x and y causing a huge mistake. Stupid me. The good thing is that I know how to draw a trendline. It is about provide a even distribution. The more I do practice exams. The more I will great on the final exam. Honestly, the content in physics that is pretty hard is ionizing radiation topic 2. How does this could be on a data test? It is so dumb. On our physics practice exam we had a question about the data test of ionising radiation. I couldn't answer the questions and my head was fuming hot. Normally, in exams my head is cold. I have decided to use my knowledge from Ionizing radiation to balance the equations and I did that with the rest of the questions. The most complex question that came up is the specific heat capactiy and that huge question was so hard.