Paying attention to your studies is hard enough as it is, without having to worry about the many distractions that live in your dorm room. If you listen to these 13 tips, however, you will have no trouble at all getting your homework done in your dorm room. Keep reading!
(I recommend nuts or fruit.)
It’s way too comfortable of a setting. You’ll be tempted to take a nap. You can’t do your work if you’re asleep! Using a desk and chair is always your best bet.
You don’t want to strain your eyes because of your laptop. Take a few moments to stretch out your hands if you’ve been writing things down or typing for a while.
Otherwise, you’ll end up texting and checking social media instead.
If you’re writing an essay on your laptop or tablet, don’t multitask. There are some great extensions for Google Chrome that you can download that will temporarily block websites.
This will help you clear your head and work towards your goal. Why do you need to finish the assignment? Why do you need a good grade?
I suggest that you don’t play songs with lyrics—you’ll end up singing along instead of doing your homework!
Put a sign outside your door saying that you’re busy, if you need to. This sounds a little extreme, but it’s necessary. Being around friends that want to converse and go out will not help you finish what you need to do.
If they decide to stay in the room with you, they should be respectful of your quiet space.
For instance, if you have three hours to do homework, and you have 2 assignments, maybe spend an hour and a half on each. It’s also important to prioritize depending on which assignment is due first, and how relevant it is to your grade
De-clutter your desk and keep papers that you aren’t using in folders. Move makeup, appliances, lotions, etc. to wear they belong
Room temperature, moderate lighting, and an air freshener should work. Wear layers so that you don’t have to change when you are working and get distracted, say, picking out a new outfit.
Since you’re not at the library, you don’t have to be as quiet as a church mouse. It might actually help if you read things aloud. If your roommate is present, it would be helpful to ask if he/she minds, first
Don’t stress! Take a deep breath and get started. Do the best that you can do and be proud of your accomplishments, rather than dwelling on faults. Positivity is always helpful
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