Tips to Focus

This has been a very busy two weeks for me. One thing that has made it extremely busy is that I joined a sorority, and I am going though Orientation which is very time consuming. Luckily we have set study hours to help get homework done, but because I am with my new sisters, it is difficult to focus on studying instead of socializing. It is extremely important to stay focused during study hours and stay on-top of grades because classes are the reason we are at Trinity! Because of this, I have compiled some tips to help you stay focused when studying.















1. Put away distractions. This includes the computer and cell phones. If you do not need a computer, do not even bring it with you when you study. It is too easy to long on and open up facebook. Turn off and put away your cell phone so that you are not distracted by your friends and family.
2. Don't socialize. If you are studying around people you know, don’t strike up a social conversation in the middle of studying. This breaks your concentration and takes up important studying time.
3. Focus on one thing at a time. If you have a variety of homework, don’t move from one topic to the next without completing your first task. This breaks your concentration on your first assignment and rushes you. Moreover, if you complete a task before moving on, you will feel a sense of accomplishment!