How do you study smarter?

1. Make a list of the most important things you need to learn, in order of importance, and hit the items at the top of the list first.

2. Make a list of all the work you have to do, estimate how much time each item will take, and compare that with the amount of hours you have available.

We often hear people say, "study hard and study smart". Actually a smart student he will mostly focus on "study smart". You know why? It is because if 1 person he only study hard, he keep on study, study and study but till the end, i am sure that he can't remember all the things he have read. But if he study smart, he save a lot of time just by finding the key words to remember, and research shows that it is what a smart student always do. So, we should actually do both together at once so that we could manage to scold a good result and achieve a higher level.

Reduce stress by creating a good study environment

I found that peppermint oil is known as stress reliever which can wake up our brain, so i do recommend we burning it as you study.

Also, Playing classical music can also sooth you and help you learn unless you find it distracting.

Actually this 2 ways are depends on one's personality. Maybe it is suitable for me, but not necessary you will like it. So you shall know your own personality deeply.

so, maybe you can have a try on these. =)

reduce stress?

In order to manage your stress you need to make some lifestyle changes. Here is a quick rundown of the simple changes you can make (as soon as today) to begin lowering stress levels.

• One of the simplest yet most effective ways to reduce stress is to eliminate caffeine from your diet.


• Elevated stress may cause weight gain so ensure you are eating a balanced diet and receiving plenty of exercise.
  


• The act of exercising greatly reduces the effects of stress on your body.
  


• Get enough sleep. Most adults do not get nearly enough sleep for the body to rejuvenate.
  


• Allow yourself leisure time to enjoy your hobbies like reading, sewing, or music.
  


• Try meditating or deep-breathing exercises.
  


• Allow yourself to have leisure time. Completely remove yourself from your environment, either for a few hours or for a real vacation.
  

Once you realize what is causing stress in your life, you can implement measures to control it. Controlling stress is not only important for your overall happiness and well-being, but for your health as well. Many serious diseases such as cancer are being linked more closely with stress, and scientists are finding new ways everyday that stress impacts our lives. Do not let stress get in the way of your own personal development.

The most important thing to keep in mind, though, is that stress is mostly self inflicted. This means you have the means within yourself, and in your life, to counteract the effects of stress or to remove it altogether.

~stay cool~

Stress manifests itself in various ways

• Physical Manifestations: You may find that you are uncomfortable much of the time, suffering from headache, fatigue, sweating, or trembling. You may suffer from stomach cramps or nausea, or find you are always sick. The most serious physical effects include chest pains and heart palpitations, often mimicking the symptoms of a heart attack.
  


• Mental or Emotional Manifestations: Depression is probably the most common mental symptom of stress. More and more, people are seeking out treatment for depression when a few lifestyle changes might take care of the problem.
  
  Other emotional or mental signs of stress include anxiety, frustration, irritability, indecisiveness, confusion, loss of humor, short temper, worry, nervousness, or a loss in concentration or memory.
  


• Behavioral: Any sudden change in behavior should be a signal that something is wrong. Some of the behaviors that may appear as a result of stress include crying, yelling, throwing things, smoking, drinking, eating, pacing, or other nervous behaviors such as nail biting.

S-P-E-E-D??

Hey, guys…I would like to share with u all about one thing-
>>How to avoid stress by finding our natural “SPEED”??

Well…
S is stand for Sleep,
Are u getting SLEEP enough??

P stand for Priorities,
Set our PRIORITIES since we cannot get everything done at once.

E stand for Empathy,
Find friend who empathize with u and let u be yourself .

E stand for Exercise,
Set and EXERCISE goal to give us satisfaction.

D stand for Diet,
Avoid sugary foods ,heavy meals, alcohol and caffeine.


~hope everyone can find our natural of SPEED and say "no" to stress!!

Sources of Stress in the University

One of the most comprehensive investigations was undertaken by Johnson(1978), who surveyed over 2,000 students regarding what they felt were sources of stress in the university. The following nine categories emerged from the data and they are outlined here because they are supported by the results of numerous other studies. They are listed in order of importance.

1. Instruction. Needed academic help, course requirements, problems with instruction or academic advisement, problem with concentration, difficulty in studying, test anxiety, unclear assignments.
2. Competition. Grade point averages, cheating, using the Bell Curve for grading.
3. Organization of time. Lack of personal leisure time, time for part-time work, time for a satisfying social life, time for studying.
4. Adjustment to college. Transition from high school to college, need for more personalized treatment, living away from home for the first time, how to deal with dissatisfaction's with the college.
5.Administrative problems. Registration procedures, red tape, finding out requirements for graduation, facilities, communication.
6. Social adjustment. Roommate conflict, social pressures involving sex, inter-racial tension, interpersonal relationships, adjustment to a new role with the family.
7. Finances. Insufficient funds, getting money from Financial Aid, inability to participate in social activities because of limited funds.
8. Housing. Overcrowding, lack of privacy, noise, worry about getting university housing.
9. Transportation. Parking problems, bus service, amount of time spent commuting.

The Five Main Causes Of Stress Among University Students

1. The new university environment
2. A lack of proper time management brings stress to students
3. Relationships problem among new friends and partner will bring stress to students
4. The competitive circumstances and exams
5. Parental pressure