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Minimizing Distractions: How to Stay Focused in College

4 Simple Ways to Manage Distractions in CollegeDo you want to get good grades in college? Do you want to develop to your fullest potential? If yes, then you should know how to manage distractions while in college. Just so you know there are numerous temptations around which can turn your concentration away from your studies. There’s dating, parties, alcohol, drugs, freedom from parents, and clubs or organizations that will eat up most of your free time.

There’s nothing wrong with doing something completely mindless once in a while. But sometimes, you get too caught up in all these activities that you barely have time left to study your lessons. In the end, you get very low grades and disappoint your professors, family, and even your own self.

So what are the things you can do to manage these distractions while in college? Below you’ll find some very helpful tips on how to stay away from these distractions and stay focused on your studies.

Set Your Priorities And Stay On Course

What exactly do you want to achieve in college? Is it good grades? Popularity? Excellent academic and co-curricular performance? You have to set your priorities straight. Make sure that you put your heart and mind on the most vital things first before doing something less important.

Plan Out Your Study Schedule

There’s no way you can devote your entire life in college on just studying your lessons. You also need to loosen up a bit every now and then. Enjoy your freedom by attending parties or dating but remember that they should only be enjoyed at a minimum. Plan carefully your schedule. You should have quality time for studying every day. During weekends you can go out with friends and have a little fun. Once you have everything planned, be sure to stick to it.

Motivate Yourself From Within

As you grow older you’ll realize you don’t need others to motivate you. Sometimes, it must start from within. Internal motivation is very effective in keeping those distractions at bay. You can do this through visualization. Try to imagine yourself as a successful college graduate or someone who has a lucrative career. For sure you will have the drive you need to study harder and stay away from distractions.

Choose Your Friends Wisely

The people you’re friends with in college also play an important role in managing distractions. Therefore it is a must that you choose your friends carefully. Be smart enough to have friends who share the same passion as you. Meanwhile, stay away from those who will only tempt you more and distract you from your studies.

Simple as these tips may sound but many still find it hard to manage distractions in college. However, if you just put these tips into practice and stick to them, you won’t easily be tempted to give in to these distractions.

August 7, 2012 by Stephanie Gallardo

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