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In a discussion about rekindling academic interest in physics during the senior year of undergraduate studies, participants share effective study habits that enhance retention, comprehension, and enjoyment of learning. One prominent strategy is taking short naps, which help to refresh the mind and improve clarity and creativity. Another participant mentions the effectiveness of incorporating sleep between study sessions, emphasizing the brain's ability to process information during rest. Overall, the conversation highlights the importance of balancing study with adequate rest to optimize learning outcomes.
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After basically divorcing academics during COVID, I'm in my senior year of my physics undergrad and working to redevelop the interest I had. I thought I'd see what others are doing to succeed in learning. What things help you most with retention, comprehension, and enjoying study?

One of mine is naps. If I feel exhausted, fried, or stuck, I often find a couch or hunch over my desk and aim for 15-30 min of sweet unconsciousness. I seem to wake up feeling either creatively invigorated or clearheaded and logical, and either way refreshed for more learning.

What are some of your favorite study habits that prime your brain to learn?
 
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Hello

After basically divorcing academics during COVID, I'm in my senior year of my physics undergrad and working to redevelop the interest I had. I thought I'd see what others are doing to succeed in learning. What things help you most with retention, comprehension, and enjoying study?

One of mine is naps. If I feel exhausted, fried, or stuck, I often find a couch or hunch over my desk and aim for 15-30 min of sweet unconsciousness. I seem to wake up feeling either creatively invigorated or clearheaded and logical, and either way refreshed for more learning.

What are some of your favorite study habits that prime your brain to learn?
The napping discussion is interesting. I had at times placed sleep between study sessions giving as little time to any other activity as possible. Like, study for some time at night, go to sleep, and upon wakeup IMMEDIATELY review or continue study. The mind must do something for you/itself while you sleep.
 
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