The best way to use the Pomodoro Technique in medical school is to clear a space and set the timer for 25 minutes. Having a strict goal to work on beforehand can also help. As well as a defined reward to look forward to at the end of each study session. I’ve been a huge …
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There comes a time in every med student’s life when they say; “I hate medical school.” What you should do about it depends on how you far that hatred goes. If you can’t move past it? Give it up. But uncover the reasons why first. Here’s how you can go about doing that so you …
Applying the 80-20 rule to studying medicine should be your ultimate goal if you’re looking to study better in a shorter amount of time. Integrating it as a core strategy though? Involves eliminating a lot of what you might already be doing. So it’s overwhelming to say the least! But here’s where I think I …
It’s a long road to becoming doctor. But every journey? Starts with a single step. Your first year in medical school is exactly that. Tips can help! Here’s a brief rundown of how to start strong from the beginning… Prioritize social activities over study Share what you know and help others Begin habit building from …
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Medical school exams are a tricky and (sometimes) annoying affair. Knowing what to expect when it comes to them; what different types there are and how they are assessed? Can prove very useful! In this article I’m going to dive more into the subject. You’ll learn: What types of exams you take in med school …
One of the big questions I’ve found myself asking during my last three years at University is; “medical school lectures, should I go?” With time a constant issue and the feeling I could probably do a better job self-studying, it’s a common dilemma. And not just one solely experienced by me. According to 2018 data …
Being a lazy medical student is just a state of mind. You can fight the feeling by forming good habits, getting disciplined and reminding yourself of your reasons for studying in the first place. A little momentum? Goes a long way. I remember my first year in medicine after my long, epic one-year marathon through …
Feeling overwhelmed in medical school is completely normal. Given the vast amount of work in front of you, it’s hardly surprising. But there are a bunch of things you can do – mental tricks, self reminders, list building and more – that can help lessen that feeling. Here we’ll take a look at the strategies …
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Since starting medical school three years ago, there’s one question I’ve been obsessed with; “how can I study medicine more effectively?” During my fixation, I’ve gone deep into pedagogy (the study of education). Reading books like Make it Stick and Learning How to Learn – as well as hundreds of “how to study” articles, videos, …
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I’ve always found eating to be a drag. Constantly thinking; how much could I get done in that time? It’s always annoyed me. Having fine-tuned a process over the last three years though, now I know the answer. Enter Huel and intermittent fasting. Boom. You’ve got yourself the perfect solution. Interested? Here’s what you need to know …
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