Learning how to learn is one of the ultimate meta-skills you can develop today. When you can count on yourself to pick up new skills quickly and reliably, you’ll be fearless in the face of new challenges.
Here are three science-backed tips to help you learn in ways that work with your brain’s momentum.
1. Don't force it
When you’re relaxed, your brain can make connections it wouldn’t otherwise make. Switch between focused and diffuse thinking to optimize your learning.
2. Schedule your focus
Schedule small blocks of time for distraction-free learning rather than studying for hours on end. Use the Pomodoro Technique to manage your time.
3. Hack your memory
Commit what you learn to long-term memory by studying with spaced repetition— a technique that helps you practice what you learned just as you’re about to forget it.
* Nourish your mind
And one more bonus tip: remember to eat, hydrate, and sleep well. Give your brain the nourishment it needs to perform at its best.