8 Habits to Supercharge Your Exam Preparation and Personal Growth

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The key lies in discerning between good habits, which nurture growth, and bad habits, which hinder progress. Good habits empower us to grasp knowledge effectively, while bad habits, like cramming or neglecting self-care, erode our potential.

Training the mind is essential—just as a gardener nurtures a sapling, we must nurture our mental and physical discipline daily. Habits are not mere routines; they form the foundation for lifelong learning, health, and success.

Shamita Jagarlamudi

Fill a cup, pour an Ocean!


Habits mold and shape who we are and lead the path to who we want to be. And science has recently discovered that we can shape and mold our habits too. Let’s talk about education, where consistency often bridges the gap between effort and achievement. There, habit-building is nothing short of a transformative experience. Like boond boond se sagar banta hai, each small action, even seemingly insignificant, fills a magnificent ocean. This poetic journey of daily effort displayed in our habits unveils the power of persistence and consistency.

If filling a cup is fulfilling a habit, procrastination is a hole in that cup, emptying it before one ever reaches the ocean. Procrastination is the silent thief in our lives and stands as a huge wall between us and success. It tempts us to delay, derailing even the most determined learners. By cultivating habits, however, we can conquer this adversary and channel our energy toward growth.


Let's break it down!

1. Building habits

They say it takes just 21 days to forge a habit—three weeks to bring about a positive change in your life.

2. Consistent

Structure provides stability and clarity. Maintain a consistent routine.

3. Be Health Conscious

A healthy body fuels a healthy mind. Exercise regularly, eat and rest well. A well-nourished brain learns better; prioritize health with balanced nutrition.

4. Focus! Focus!

Focused, distraction-free study sessions. Concentrated effort yields a deeper understanding.

5. Lifelong Learning

Expanding knowledge keeps your mind sharp.

6. Set Clear, Achievable Goals

Goals provide direction and motivation. Set clear, realistically and practically achievable goals, and keep track of your progress

7. Learn from your Mistakes

Growth stems from self-awareness and adaptation; reflect and learn from mistakes.

8. Rewarding Yourself

Finally, don’t forget to treat yourself to a delicious cake or a pizza if you prefer that. I personally treat myself with a puchka!


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