r/studying • u/FirefighterOk2465 • 33m ago
r/studying • u/grasdaretel19 • May 09 '25
⭐ Welcome to r/studying — start here
Hi and welcome to r/studying, a supportive and informative community dedicated to studying, productivity, academic advice, motivation, and everything in between. Whether you're in high school, university, or pursuing self-directed learning, you're in the right place.
This post is your starting point — please take a few minutes to read through it before participating!
💥 What r/studying is about
This is a space to:
- Ask and answer study-related questions
- Share tips, strategies, and resources
- Discuss routines and mental wellness
- Post motivational stories, productivity hacks, or memes
- Find accountability and inspiration to keep going
Our mission is to create a kind, helpful, and non-judgmental zone where everyone can grow academically and personally.
🙌 Guide on how to use r/studying
Here’s how to get the most out of the sub:
- Read the rules. They are very easy to follow and will make your participation, as well as that of other users, much more comfortable, enjoyable, and productive.
- Be specific in questions. “How do I study the English literature in three weeks?” is better than “How do I study?”
- Search before posting. Your question may already have an answer. It's better to spend a few minutes searching than to have your post removed.
- Engage thoughtfully. Share insights, offer help, and contribute kindly. And please remember to be a human.
- Keep everything relevant. Your posts must relate to studying, productivity, motivation, or aspects of student life.
- Use the Wiki (coming soon!) for detailed guides, FAQs, and trusted resources.
🌞 Wiki
We’re working on building a Wiki to provide you with the best community-curated information. Here's what we plan to include:
- Exam prep strategies
- How to and how not to study
- Motivation & mental health
- How to avoid procrastination
- Unpopular but effective study tips
- FAQ for new members
And even now you can read some helpful tips we provided.
💡 Links to useful resources
- Grammarly — a perfect choice for improving your writing skills
- Khan Academy — free lessons and tutorials in various subjects
- Coursera — some additional knowledge for studying
- TED Ed — educational videos and lessons on various topics
- Cram — a versatile flashcard website for easy learning
- EssayFox — an expert student assistance service
❤️ Final Notes
We’re so glad you’re here. This sub is run by students and learners just like you — let’s build something positive and helpful together!
Your r/studying Mod Team.
r/studying • u/grasdaretel19 • May 12 '25
🧩 Welcome to r/studying structure and section guide
Hi guys!
To help you navigate r/studying and get the most out of it, we break down the key sections of the sub, both what’s already here and what we’re planning to build. We’ll update this post regularly as the community grows and new ideas emerge.
You can start here to see how to use this subreddit.
You can also check out our Wiki for detailed resources, links, and guides.
🔥 Current sections
What do you want from r/studying? What changes can we make to improve your experience? Please share your ideas and thoughts.
🛠️ Planned sections (coming soon)
- Practical study tips and techniques. We want to share what actually works, not just what sounds good on paper.
- Resource recommendations. From apps and websites to YouTube channels and textbooks — if it’s helped you study better, share it! You’ll also find top tools from mods and trusted users here.
- Mods’ advice corner. From time to time, our mod team will share personal tips, favorite study methods, or honest insights into common struggles. Think of them like advice from a fellow student.
- Weekly accountability thread. A space to quickly share what you’re working on this week and check in with others. If you see someone doing something in which you have some sort of expertise, you can offer support.
- Q&A and advice. Got a question about how to manage your study load or prepare for finals? Just ask. Others might have been in your shoes.
♥️ Final Notes
We’re always open to feedback. If you have ideas for new threads, events, or features, feel free to suggest them in the comments below.
Let’s continue to grow this sub into a helpful and inspiring community for learners of all backgrounds.
Your r/studying Mod Team.
r/studying • u/BreathenGetaway • 2h ago
I Made an app I use myself, My workload feels half as heavy now. I never switch tabs, my study sidekick just handles it
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r/studying • u/Creative_Tonight_293 • 22h ago
4 months to GRE and my vocabs cards are lying to me
mid January test. quant plan is boring but fine. Vocab is the weird one.
I can look at the Manhattan 500 list and recognize almost everything. Put one of those words into sentence equivalence and suddenly I am meeting it for the first time. So the deck says I know it and PowerPrep says absolutely not.
has anyone fed their own vocab notes into an ai quiz generator and gotten decent usage questions rather than "define laconic" over and over? keeping the list either way, just need something on top of it. recs appreciated
r/studying • u/Both-Exchange-3513 • 19h ago
I stopped procrastinating and took an action.
I am a certified procrastinator and an overthinker but today, I sat down and studied for an hour. At home (clock it 🤏🏾✨️), listening to Kelvin Momo 👌🏾💯
I am proud of myself 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾
aww, dont forget to drink water 😅🤭
r/studying • u/AutoModerator • 15h ago
Study With Me partner search
Welcome to our weekly Study With Me session.
Here you can find partners for joint training and exchange of experience!
Have a productive week!
r/studying • u/fabian_pirgstaller • 16h ago
Study/Focus group
Hey everyone!
I’m currently working on my master’s thesis, and I’ve noticed I’m much more productive when someone else is around - even if we’re each doing our own thing. When I’m alone, it’s way too easy to get distracted by my phone or just about anything else😅
So I thought I’d see if anyone would be interested in a small online study / focus group. The idea is to meet at agreed times, perhaps on Discord, and spend some time working on our own tasks together.
It doesn’t have to be studying! You could work on your thesis, tackle paperwork, do household chores, or finally get around to something you’ve been putting off. The point is simply to make it easier to get started and stay focused while having some company.
r/studying • u/lsilverwoman • 16h ago
Students: want to test an app that turns your notes or readings into an audio show? (iPhone only)
r/studying • u/Sakina_x • 16h ago
Struggling with procrastination and finding study methods that actually work? Join the UK's biggest study group 📚
Hey everyone,
If you're trying to optimize your revision, struggling to stick to a timetable, or just trying to figure out study methods that actually make information stick, it can be really tough doing it all on your own.
I run The Resit Room—originally built for gap year and resit A-Level students, it has grown into the biggest Discord study community in the country. It's the perfect place to build better study habits, stay accountable, and get advice from people grinding through the exact same subjects.
Here is what we focus on:
- 🧠 Study Methods & Strategies: We have dedicated channels to share active recall techniques (blurting, spaced repetition, Anki decks) and figure out the most efficient ways to tackle heavy content.
- 🎙️ 24/7 Study VCs: Jump into our virtual library sessions for "body doubling." If you lack discipline, turning on your camera (or just your screen share) in a muted room of other students is the ultimate way to beat procrastination.
- ⏱️ Yeolpumta (YPT) & Accountability: Track your daily study hours, join our group Pomodoro sessions, and compete on our server leaderboards to stay motivated.
- 📂 Resource Sharing: Swap revision notes, templates, and essay plans to save time making them from scratch.
Whether you need a new revision strategy, study templates, or just a massive group of people to keep you accountable every day, we’d love to have you.
Come say hi! 👉https://discord.gg/47nH4VWJjN
r/studying • u/Shadtion6767 • 1d ago
I think I finally worked out a system to write my coursework and where to get the help I need.
My primary goal with this post is finding and discus about real assistance because finding a coursework writing service seems like the most sensible path forward right now. As I'm writing it, I realize there's no way I can handle this completely on my own. In a way, that was to be expected, because writе my coursework is by no means an easy task.
My biggest issue is organizing messy thoughts into clear paragraphs that actually meet the departmental prompt. It's also often hard for me to gather and analyze data. I list everything I need, but afterwards I struggle to organize it or determine if it's genuinely useful. A coursework writing service steps in right there. Instead of staring into space for hours, you get a clean framework to reference. You see how arguments flow together, how evidence supports each claim, and how to connect background points without getting lost in unnecessary fluff. A buddy in my hall casually brought up PapersRoo during lunch, which made me realize how common this route is. Having that concrete reference gives you a starting line so you avoid freezing up completely. Having that consultation, standard help with the structure, and just basic support makes a huge difference. Even for my peace of mind.
Having someone write my coursework as an initial model solves the freeze-up completely. It lets you learn the pacing of an academic argument from a finished piece rather than guessing blindly in the dark.
If your schedule is backed up, testing a coursework writing service provides genuine relief and clarity. Getting someone to write my coursework functions like having an older student show you the ropes when office hours are booked solid. Just take that provided text, study the core arguments carefully, and rework the sections in your own voice. It works.
r/studying • u/iluv_rain • 1d ago
How do i study without getting bored?😭
I am a medical student(1st Year) and i want tipsss to studyy
r/studying • u/Agile-Variety-9733 • 1d ago
Study block keeps dying at the hard paragraph
Exam in two weeks and I keep quitting the second a page gets dense. I’m not even tired, I just stare at one sentence, open my phone, and I’m gone.
Right now it’s mostly stats notes plus a couple of long review articles. Flashcards are fine but the reading part is the mess. I’ll highlight half a page and the next day have no idea why.
Do you push through the stuck sentence or skip and come back? And is a 25-minute block even worth it if the page is this slow?
r/studying • u/Midgar_Pulse8 • 20h ago
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r/studying • u/I-Clap-easily • 21h ago
How is your studying performance on 6 hours of sleep and less?
Apart from what study says:
How well you think you do during and after study on 6 hours of sleep or less.
- Are you able to recall what you have studied the next day?
- Are you able to study productivly on 6 hours of sleep and less?
- For those who take:caffeine: Do you think it helps you with memory retention/productivity?
(Please answer based on your own experience rather than what study says)
r/studying • u/Lost-Meaning1201 • 21h ago
For people who has difficulty getting started in Study
Hiiii ! Are you finding it difficult to get started with your studies? I can help you with that!
Here is my guide for those who struggle to begin studying:
- Choose a specific time, a dedicated space, and the subject you want to study - make your study plan concrete.
- When the time comes, commit to studying for just 2 minutes—that’s right, only 2 minutes for that particular subject.
Here are a few tips and notes for you:
- Focus 100% while studying (this means engaging all your senses in the learning process; avoid listening to music).
- Don’t force yourself to study for longer than intended.
- Keep this up every day, and gradually increase the duration little by little.
You’ve got this! If you still find it challenging to study, feel free to send me a message—I’d be happy to be your study partner.
r/studying • u/Comfortable-Move5927 • 1d ago
Looking for a Study Buddy to Study Together Daily
I'm looking for a study buddy who wants to study regularly, preferably every day. I feel like having someone to study with can help us stay consistent, motivated, and accountable. My Study Plan:
Study together on Google Meet or Discord for 1 hour.
- Take a 10-minute break to discuss what we studied or talk about anything we like.
- Repeat this for 3 study sessions, with a total of 3 hours of focused studying.
- We can increase the number of sessions once we're both comfortable.
- I'm looking for someone who is disciplined, motivated, and serious about achieving their goals. We'll share daily targets, track our progress, and keep each other accountable.
We can motivate each other, share our daily goals, check in on our progress, and push each other to keep going, especially on days when motivation is low. I'll do my best to motivate and support you too! 😊
A small clarification: I'm a male, and gender doesn't matter to me when choosing a study partner. However, if you're specifically looking for a female study partner, please don't DM me, as I want to respect both our time.
If you're genuinely interested, feel free to DM me. Let's stay consistent and achieve our goals together! 💪📖
r/studying • u/Cool_Bobcat_216 • 1d ago
How to take notes that last longer
Pls read the main text I've posted in the study tip reddit and help me out 🩷
r/studying • u/lifesucksrnidk7 • 1d ago
study with me or more like help me study pls?
hi, 17f, i have a VERY important exam in A DAY. AND I STILL CAN'T STUDY. someone told me if you study with someone or if someone just stays there, it helps? also i'm hyper independent so i've never tried all this but atp i'll do anything to be able to study. we can call on discord and just stay or wtv but somehow STUDY AHHHHH.
r/studying • u/Commercial_Gold_1638 • 1d ago
Need a notetaker app suggestions?
Hi everyone
i use unstuck ai to take notes in lecture
basically it transcripts what the lecturer is saying and then makes me notes
it helps out cuz i get very easily distracted and im usually not fast enough to write everything down
but lately unstuck has been weird and not doing things properly so if u guys use smth similar i would like some suggestions 😭
r/studying • u/DapperJicama7731 • 1d ago
need help 🙏
I’m 20 years old, and I’m genuinely struggling with something that I don’t know how to overcome anymore. I’m looking for genuine advice from people who have been through something similar, especially those who struggled academically after previously finding school relatively easy.
Up until Year 10, I barely had to study to pass my exams. Even for my GCSEs, I didn’t put in a huge amount of effort and still managed to get grades ranging from B to A*. Back then, reading through the content and doing a few practice questions was usually enough.
Then came A-levels, and everything started falling apart. I passed, but my grades weren’t what I wanted them to be.
After that, I started preparing for medical entrance exams, and I’ve now failed to get the results I needed twice.
The frustrating part is that I do put in the effort. I make study plans, sit down to study, spend hours going through material, and genuinely try to prepare. But somehow, the results never seem to reflect the time I’ve invested.
I’ve started wondering whether I’m studying passively, whether I’m taking too long to understand concepts, whether my methods are ineffective, or whether there’s something fundamental about studying that I’ve never learned. I see people who study four or five hours a day and do exceptionally well, and I genuinely don’t understand what they’re doing differently. How are they approaching their material? How do they know what to focus on, retain information, and prepare themselves to answer exam questions? What does an actually productive study session look like?
I’ve tried making schedules, but they often don’t work out the way I expect. Topics take much longer than anticipated, I struggle to get through the material, and I end up feeling like I’ve spent an entire day studying without making enough progress.
I know I want to pursue medicine. That’s something I’m sure about. But after putting so much time into preparing for these exams and still not getting the outcome I wanted, I’m starting to feel lost. I’m 20 now, and I don’t want to keep repeating the same cycle without understanding what I’m doing wrong.
I’m not asking for motivation or another generic list of study tips. I genuinely want to learn how to learn. If you’ve ever been in a similar situation, especially if you used to get by without studying and then struggled when academics became more demanding:
- What did you realise you were doing wrong?
- How did you learn to study effectively from scratch?
- How do you approach a topic you’ve never studied before?
How do you balance understanding concepts, memorising information, and practising exam questions?
How do you know whether your study methods are actually working before the exam? What would you recommend to someone who has a lot of time to put in but isn’t seeing results?
I’d really appreciate hearing about your actual experiences, including what didn’t work for you and what eventually made a difference. I’m willing to change my entire approach; I just need to understand where to start.
Thank you to anyone who takes the time to share their experience or advice.