Interleaving Instead of studying one topic until you’ve drilled it then moving on, you mix related topics in the same session. Do a bit of one chemistry concept, switch to another, come back. It feels harder and messier, but that struggle is exactly what forces your brain to learn how to pick the right approach for each problem, which is what the exam actually tests. Best for Chemistry and Math. Feynman’s Technique Explain the topic out loud in simple words, like you’re teaching it to a kid who knows nothing. The second you stumble or start hand-waving, you’ve found the exact thing you don’t actually understand. Go back, fill that gap, then try again. Best for Biology and History where you need to truly get the concept, not just recognise it. The apps below Anki (on computer) for memorizing fast. It’s flashcards that track what you keep getting wrong and resurface those cards right before you’d forget them, so your weak spots come back more often. 15 mins a day beats a 4 hour cram. Cresqo (app store) for focusing without your phone. Pick the one task you’re avoiding, light the candle, and your phone gets blocked for the whole session. The candle burns down in real time so the focus feels physical instead of a number ticking down. Pomodoro Work in 25 minute blocks with a 5 minute break after each. After 4 rounds, take a longer 20-30 minute break. The short timer makes a huge task feel small enough to actually start, and the breaks stop you burning out. Best for long reading and the days your motivation is dead. - @olirough