It’s difficult to learn another language. You need to study a lot. You also need to study often. So, it’s a good to idea to make a routine for your study. A routine is something you do often and the same way each time. This helps you remember to do it. It also means you don’t have to plan each time you do it.
So, make a routine for your language study. Make regular times and places to do it. Try to be specific. Maybe it’s in your bedroom for 40 minutes every day after dinner. Maybe it’s when you ride the train to school on weekday mornings. Maybe it’s just for 10 minutes after brushing your teeth every evening. At first, it might be difficult to remember your routine. So, try putting an alert in your phone or setting an alarm.
Also, be careful of distractions in your study routine time. These are things that stop you from studying well. Distractions might be getting texts from your friends, having the TV or loud music on, or having apps or websites open (eg. social media) that are not related to your study.
Turn off the sound on your phone. Close your non-study apps and websites. Turn off the TV and loud music. Some people even use only paper-books for their study because there are fewer distractions.
Try to make your study routine place quiet and relaxing. Maybe you can wear headphones when you study on the train. Maybe you can close your bedroom door or study at a library. Also, if you’re studying for more than 30-40 minutes each time, don’t forget to take short breaks.
At first, starting your study routine might be difficult. But don’t give up, it gets easier the more times you do it. Good luck!
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Extra tip! It can also help to do something different in your study routine time. Something you don’t do at other times and is not distracting. For example, drink a cup of herb tea, play some quiet relaxing music, or even just put your desk light in a different place. Doing this can help your brain connect that thing with your study routine. This can help you stay focused. |
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