Your Biggest Rival: Notifications
Smartphones are the biggest time thieves for a student in the exam preparation process. The "scrolling" action on social media creates dopamine addiction and reduces the focus span to 8 seconds.
Should It Be Completely Banned?
No, bans are attractive. Instead, "controlled usage" or "digital detox" should be applied.
Practical Measures
- Turn Off Notifications: Keep your phone in "airplane mode" or in another room while studying.
- Set Time Limits: Define daily usage time (e.g., 30 mins) for apps like Instagram, TikTok.
- Use as Reward: Set the rule "I will not pick up the phone until I finish today's math goal".
Focus Apps
Use the phone as a friend, not an enemy. You can gamify studying with focus apps like "Forest", "Pomodoro Timer". Instead of looking at the phone when you get bored, try closing your eyes and resting for 2 minutes.
