• Find a Comfortable Position: Sit comfortably, either on a chair or on the floor, and relax your shoulders. Close your eyes if you can.
• Take Deep Breaths: Breathe in deeply through your nose, hold for a moment, then slowly exhale through your mouth. Do this 2-3 times to relax your body and mind.
• Focus on the Present: For a few breaths, bring all your attention to the present moment. Notice your breathing, any sensations in your body, or sounds around you, without getting caught up in thoughts.
• Set an Intention: In your mind, state a simple intention for your study session. Something like, "I am focused, capable, and ready to absorb information." You can visualize yourself successfully studying and staying engaged.
• Imagine Success: Picture yourself understanding the material easily, feeling motivated, and reaching your goals. This helps build a positive mindset before you begin.
• Return to the Breath: End by taking one or two deep breaths, feeling grounded and calm, and slowly open your eyes.

Set a Clear Intention or Mini Goal

Before you dive into study, decide on one specific thing you want to accomplish within the first 10 minutes (e.g., "I will read and understand the first two pages").

A clear intention narrows your focus and primes your mind for a productive start.

Each of these exercises only takes a minute or two and can make a huge difference in setting the tone for focused, effective study.

One-Minute Visualization

Take one minute to visualize yourself fully focused and succeeding in your study session.