Beware of Trivial Time Wasters
ByMonica Wilson
Posted Date: Saturday, February 24, 2007 | Viewed: 234
Sometimes when we want to put off an unsavory task we’ll resort to tackling a chore that seems important but isn’t, relatively speaking. Cleaning up your room or doing your laundry may give you the feeling that you’ve accomplished something, but they don’t really do much in helping you complete a paper that’s due the next day. Again, it’s a matter of prioritizing the tasks that need to be done. Try to identify and eliminate unnecessary activities. If you find yourself watching old reruns or skimming magazines when you should be studying, gently persuade yourself to get back on track. Exploit idle time: You’d be surprised how much extra work you can fit into a day if you merely make use of the time you normally idle away. There are any number of strategies you can use to take advantage of this extra time. Place your notes on 3 x 5 cards, for example, so that you can quiz yourself as you walk to class. Keep a textbook handy so that you can read as you wait for the bus. Record study notes on tape and listen to them on your portable stereo as you do your shopping.
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