studying versus clubbing

[ethnomethodologist]

Hey guys, I've got a serious habit of going out clubbing instead of studying. Always have, it was my thing to cram for exams and tests, and come out with flying colours. It just made me proud of my abilities.

Now I have run into a problem. I am trying to get good study habits again, but they just arent' working. I've started taking notes in class. I've made myself cheat sheets, with quick notes on the main subject matter. I've even dl'd a few flash cards to use on myself.

I don't have any study partners, I am horrible at conversing in a subject with people that are in my class.

Do you guys have any tips on how to study better? I know there are exercises, they are mostly writing though. I know in the DJ world experience is king. I want to apply the same lesson to my school habits.

I'm currently enrolled in a general BA, I am an undergraduate, and haven't even chosen my majors yet

 

[manuva]

I crammed my way through a BA. I went to a ball the night before one of my end of year exams, and crammed - hungover - on the way to the exam hall next morning.

I think living is more important than studying.

 

[Xericx]

I used to study at coffee shops. Esp. the on-campus ones where its mostly students. Its a bit more social and relaxed.

I used to study at Barnes and Noble too...shoot, I even studied at the mall food court...

In college, I would go to Vegas like once a month. Even before finals week. I would study by bringing my books by the pool or hop in the hot tub and just read. VERY chill....didn't even seem like studying. I did fine too.

 

[Scoiland]

Originally posted by Xericx
I used to study at coffee shops. Esp. the on-campus ones where its mostly students. Its a bit more social and relaxed.

I used to study at Barnes and Noble too...shoot, I even studied at the mall food court...

In college, I would go to Vegas like once a month. Even before finals week. I would study by bringing my books by the pool or hop in the hot tub and just read. VERY chill....didn't even seem like studying. I did fine too.

hahah how the hell would you study like that

i would NEVER be able to do that

 

[So Many Ways]

I used to always study at the school library. I got plenty of studying done and there would always be goodlooking chicks walking in or out. You may even holler at one of them when you need a break from studying. Just block off 2 to 4 hours of study time. You can even do it Friday or Sat afternoon before hitting the clubs.

I couldnt' count how many times I had to work on projects or take exams while hung over.

 

[Xericx]

Never study past 10pm. Anything past that is USELESS. And that includes cramming. At that time, you're just going to stress yourself out and get pressured or wonder "Isn't there something better I can do". CUT OFF YOUR STUDYING AT 10pm. And by setting a deadline that you will STOP, you will be more active in studying.

You either know it or don't by then.

 

[diplomatic_lies]

Originally posted by Xericx
In college, I would go to Vegas like once a month. Even before finals week. I would study by bringing my books by the pool or hop in the hot tub and just read. VERY chill....didn't even seem like studying. I did fine too.

Yep, I love this kind of studying. A friend of mine owned a club, and I'd go down there before exams, sit in a quiet corner, and study.

Clubbing chicks and guys used to look at me like I was retarded, but I enjoyed the atmosphere and music. Didnt even distract me.