To quote the creator in this video: - Don't reward yourself with unhealthy habits. - Don't think Studying is a barrier for fun and comfort (I am so this person) Train your mind and body that, studying is making you a better person and promising better future. So well said Jimmy! Thank you for this wonderful and impactful video.
I'm already a doctor, but still studying for exams since it never ends... (trying for the MCCQE1 this year). I admire the dedication you show. I wish I could have been like this when I was in medical school ;)
Your channel is hands down my best discovery of 2020. You clearly put a lot of thought and effort into all your videos, providing us with the best content we could ask for. You are so motivating and really pushing me to improve my study habits and overall my lifestyle. Thank you and don’t stop what you’re doing ❤️
7:13 This is so true, I'm an engineering student but I'm afraid of physics ever since I got bad grades in one of my high school exams and kept thinking I wasn't good at it even though it was just because I didn't prepare enough.
Playing videogames in a healthy and proper way, can be a good reward. It works for me. I dont play often or everyday, but everyweek i try to enjoy few hours and destroy everything in Battlefield, CoH2 or even Red Dead R. 2! lol Great video, doc.!
After years of working on actual productivity solutions, and watching dozens of videos that unsuccessfully try to help this stuff, I can vouch that this is a genuinely excellent video. There is no magic bullet and this video covers a good range of the solutions.
On your last tip about properly rewarding yourself ... I've been rewarding myself with games and I didn't realize that I was essentially making my brain despise studying and telling me that studying keeps me from having fun. Now that you brought it up - it makes so much sense!! Do you have any suggestions on how I can integrate a proper study/fun balance? I'm kind of lost on how to properly execute this! Love your video :)
Maybe instead of rewarding yourself with being able to play games, you could reward yourself with getting new games? Obviously wouldn't be able to do it every single session (unless you're rich lol) but maybe after reaching a certain goal. Or maybe make the reward something that pairs well with playing games, like a special drink or snack to go with it. Or just switching up the reward every time so it's something new so your brain doesn't associate it with any one specific thing, just that you get some kind of random reward.
Yeah what I find is that you just have to cut back on games regardless. Last month I was pulling 6 hour study days consistently for the entire month up until I resubbed to World of Warcraft. I tried to keep a balance and play 2 hours a day, but I wasn't strong enough I just spiraled out of control now this month I have a very hard time focusing even after I cancelled my sub. Your brain will always choose the fast and easy dopamine, instead of normal. TBF I always had a had time balancing these, so you might be different, but for me it's like training a dog. If you encourage a bad habit once, it will expect it the next time, so you just have to never encourage it.
HAHAHA there was that sneaky little smile when he said 'glamorous vs unkempt' curve and I feel like he was very proud of that one! Wonderful video, jbtw. I always come back to your channel because I face a lot of these issues and you always manage to give very feasible solutions with reasoning. Thank you for all that you do for the younger demographic of the medical community.
YO this channel!! Tips for years!! I hit a wall studying tonight and randomly came across this channel. So glad I did, I feel more inspired and motivated. Keep posting for us 🤙🏾
Hey Jimmy! Really glad I found your channel. Just started Med school this summer and I’m just learning to adjust. Your videos are really valuable in helping me make sense of it all. Thanks and best of luck! Looking forward to seeing how your career unfolds!
You hit every nail on the head in regards to obstacles that I face while trying to study especially with comparing. Thank you so much for uploading these super helpful videos and inspiring other aspiring doctors like me! :)
This video really presented new concepts to me (and I've watched a lot of things related to productivity already). It's clear that you have done this purposefully, with teaching something new as a goal. Thank you for that. I'm subscribing in hope you continue to bring new things to my mind.
thank you, I've been struggling a lot, and this video showed me so many things, thank you very much. Keep making videos, love them and helps me a lot!!!
This was really helpful - thank you for the tips. I have struggled with self doubt and procrastination this past 18 months trying to move forward with my dissertation. I appreciate the tips. Thank you for all that you do young man, you are an inspiration.
Wow, just found your channel and it was exactly was I was looking for. It is so unique how you incorporate the hygge philosophy and the flow state of mind into studying, and every tip you give is so practical. Going into a research Master's, I was worried about my current productivity and organization level but with these videos, I feel much better prepared. Thank you!
This channel motivates me so much! I just finished my exam week and my grades are better than ever. I followed your tips and advices and I used you as my inspiration and it has been really working for me. Thanks!!
Your videos are seriously helping me through my nursing program. I was so discouraged because I really want to become an NP after my BSN, but I felt overwhelmed! But you’re videos are such a blessing and so on time! Thank you so much! 🖤🖤🖤
The proper study mindset is where im having difficulties. I have fallen down the rabbit hole of self doubt. I can’t seem to pull myself out. You are so on the money on everything you said in the vid!
Like from a perspective of an math student, its a BIG thumbs up. The way you explain and relate to the similar problems i get when studying is just fascinating. The encouragement this vid gave me is not even descirbable. Thanks
Thank you so much! I’ve been struggling with anxiety and stress before learning that I said one more hour of watching TH-cam then I will start. It often ended in me sitting there like 10pm frustrated and with thinking I am stupid and not good enough. I also skipped days at school because I started to late with studying. So thank u for this helpful video I will now try it! 🙏
Really has motivated me! I have to start studying for NCLEX soon since I am graduating from nursing school, and your videos are just what I needed. Thank you!!!!
As someone who recently got a job in electrophysiology, there is a lot of pressure to motivate myself to study when away from the hospital. This video and others you made are very helpful because you take the time to explain the details on the how to versus a lot of the other channels don’t explain those important details to take concentrating and efficiently to the next level. You’re helping a lot of people with your videos. Thank you!
so many good tips. i liked the rewards the best. first time i have heard this and realized something i have done at times when i was really good at something.
you are motivating me so hard rn. i know i have to do these things to study for a long period of time, that led to past success. The difficult thing is realizing you must keep doing these things to have continuous success, when you let go of these habits you also let go of success....
Good advice on always trying to stimulate test conditions as much as you can, especially for those who always have test anxiety. If you do it long enough, the act of taking a test will feel normal, almost like the test day is just another normal day of reading and scribbling things.
Just found your channel and I'm in love! Also, I love listening to ambiance and fireplace sounds when I'm studying. I feel like even lofi can sometimes be distracting haha. Great video!
Good point! When you finish a hard work, for all the time you were alone, it's now the time to eat all the junk food! It happens to me! Thank you for your advise ;)
Thanks for pointing out the importance of the positive mindset in the study. I am procrastinating and watching your videos, because I am currently suffering from the anxiety caused by deadlines from three urgent tasks. I felt I am lazy and slow, but I even didn't have proper rest during the weekend. I am of course not lazy. I am important!!! So many things need my input, and I have been putting much longer working hours than the others in the team. I am the first author of this manuscript, which was earned by my hard work during the whole summer. It is just the last phase of putting pieces together. Just stop procrastinating. Stay tough and I will be stronger 💪
I discovered your channel recently. Thank you so much for all the work you put on your videos! Love your study with me videos, helps me a lot😊 much love from Belgium.
I would also suggest as a tip, buy lined crocs! They are so warm and prevent my whole body from getting cold. My desk is in a basement, it’s cold especially in Canadian winters. The crocs act like a barrier between the cold floor and my body. I used to go numb bc I was freezing, now I wear a sweater and some crocs.
Hi Jimmy! What a lucky day for me that TH-cam recommends your video! Your advice is really helpful! I am excited to try them and apply it to my studying routine. Thank you for sharing and keep making videos. You got a new subscriber
I had watched so many videos for stop distractions and pocastinations but your video is something which make me feel very connecting to study and way of your explaining things is just awesome...i really love your videos ...love from india🇮🇳🇮🇳
I just discovered your channel. You have great, high quality, organized videos. I have learned a lot so far. Thank you very much, and keep up the good work brother.
I rarely comment on videos but I just had to in this case because this video is very informative and different. Most types of videos like this always provide the same, repetitive advice, which always puts me off and makes me click away. But this video actually has useful and well thought out tips and I really appreciate it. Thank you so much, I also am very inspired by your study session videos. 💙
This is a great video !!!! Thank you for recommending that self control app, right now i'm studying to learn a new skillset and this will help me eliminate the temptation of going on social media while i'm busy trying to learn. Thanks again
MD just graduated from surgical residency here. No doubt you will make it where you want to go man. I agree with everything you said and learned a few things myself. I don't know if you are now an intern in CT surg, but a video on how to cultivate mindfulness so you can prevent a downward spiral of negative thinking like you mentioned earlier may be a great thing to discuss.
When you are so good at procrastinating, you watch videos on how to study
Brandon Evangelista hahaha yes 😂
😂 I swear I just JUST thought like this
Nailed it. I'm an expert at it.
Yuuup
😂😂😂😂😂
“When I take break, I don’t go on social media or TH-cam and watch random videos.” Me on my study break watching this TH-cam video. Oops. Lol
😂😂😂😂
To quote the creator in this video:
- Don't reward yourself with unhealthy habits.
- Don't think Studying is a barrier for fun and comfort (I am so this person)
Train your mind and body that, studying is making you a better person and promising better future.
So well said Jimmy! Thank you for this wonderful and impactful video.
Thank you❤️
I'm already a doctor, but still studying for exams since it never ends... (trying for the MCCQE1 this year). I admire the dedication you show. I wish I could have been like this when I was in medical school ;)
Best line: Studying is not a barrier to fun but its making you a better person.
True
Your channel is hands down my best discovery of 2020. You clearly put a lot of thought and effort into all your videos, providing us with the best content we could ask for. You are so motivating and really pushing me to improve my study habits and overall my lifestyle. Thank you and don’t stop what you’re doing ❤️
7:13 This is so true, I'm an engineering student but I'm afraid of physics ever since I got bad grades in one of my high school exams and kept thinking I wasn't good at it even though it was just because I didn't prepare enough.
Me too.. but the moment you start being positive and actually put the work you will realize you can be the first in your class
Good luck 😍
Finally someone on TH-cam who's actually REAL. Keep up the genuity brother.
Playing videogames in a healthy and proper way, can be a good reward. It works for me. I dont play often or everyday, but everyweek i try to enjoy few hours and destroy everything in Battlefield, CoH2 or even Red Dead R. 2! lol
Great video, doc.!
After years of working on actual productivity solutions, and watching dozens of videos that unsuccessfully try to help this stuff, I can vouch that this is a genuinely excellent video. There is no magic bullet and this video covers a good range of the solutions.
On your last tip about properly rewarding yourself ... I've been rewarding myself with games and I didn't realize that I was essentially making my brain despise studying and telling me that studying keeps me from having fun. Now that you brought it up - it makes so much sense!! Do you have any suggestions on how I can integrate a proper study/fun balance? I'm kind of lost on how to properly execute this! Love your video :)
I would love if he did a video on this.
Yes I feel like all I do is study and go to work.
You could reward yourself by buying some stationaries (something you could afford and wouldn't strain your finances.)
Maybe instead of rewarding yourself with being able to play games, you could reward yourself with getting new games? Obviously wouldn't be able to do it every single session (unless you're rich lol) but maybe after reaching a certain goal. Or maybe make the reward something that pairs well with playing games, like a special drink or snack to go with it. Or just switching up the reward every time so it's something new so your brain doesn't associate it with any one specific thing, just that you get some kind of random reward.
Yeah what I find is that you just have to cut back on games regardless. Last month I was pulling 6 hour study days consistently for the entire month up until I resubbed to World of Warcraft. I tried to keep a balance and play 2 hours a day, but I wasn't strong enough I just spiraled out of control now this month I have a very hard time focusing even after I cancelled my sub. Your brain will always choose the fast and easy dopamine, instead of normal. TBF I always had a had time balancing these, so you might be different, but for me it's like training a dog. If you encourage a bad habit once, it will expect it the next time, so you just have to never encourage it.
HAHAHA there was that sneaky little smile when he said 'glamorous vs unkempt' curve and I feel like he was very proud of that one!
Wonderful video, jbtw. I always come back to your channel because I face a lot of these issues and you always manage to give very feasible solutions with reasoning. Thank you for all that you do for the younger demographic of the medical community.
YO this channel!! Tips for years!! I hit a wall studying tonight and randomly came across this channel. So glad I did, I feel more inspired and motivated. Keep posting for us 🤙🏾
Hey Jimmy! Really glad I found your channel. Just started Med school this summer and I’m just learning to adjust. Your videos are really valuable in helping me make sense of it all. Thanks and best of luck! Looking forward to seeing how your career unfolds!
thanks !
I appreciate the time you take to do these videos
Fellow 3rd yr Med student here, I usually don’t follow other Med student channels but I like your channel’s vibe! Keep going 👌🏽
About the most non-generic study tips that I’ve seen thus far!! Will refer to this video again later, been hitting a wall lately.
You hit every nail on the head in regards to obstacles that I face while trying to study especially with comparing. Thank you so much for uploading these super helpful videos and inspiring other aspiring doctors like me! :)
This video really presented new concepts to me (and I've watched a lot of things related to productivity already). It's clear that you have done this purposefully, with teaching something new as a goal.
Thank you for that. I'm subscribing in hope you continue to bring new things to my mind.
thank you, I've been struggling a lot, and this video showed me so many things, thank you very much. Keep making videos, love them and helps me a lot!!!
This was really helpful - thank you for the tips. I have struggled with self doubt and procrastination this past 18 months trying to move forward with my dissertation. I appreciate the tips. Thank you for all that you do young man, you are an inspiration.
The vibes are amazing honestly
Wow, just found your channel and it was exactly was I was looking for. It is so unique how you incorporate the hygge philosophy and the flow state of mind into studying, and every tip you give is so practical. Going into a research Master's, I was worried about my current productivity and organization level but with these videos, I feel much better prepared. Thank you!
This channel motivates me so much! I just finished my exam week and my grades are better than ever. I followed your tips and advices and I used you as my inspiration and it has been really working for me. Thanks!!
Your videos are seriously helping me through my nursing program. I was so discouraged because I really want to become an NP after my BSN, but I felt overwhelmed! But you’re videos are such a blessing and so on time! Thank you so much! 🖤🖤🖤
I've watched a lot of videos about productivity. Your tips were super fresh, thank you!
The proper study mindset is where im having difficulties. I have fallen down the rabbit hole of self doubt. I can’t seem to pull myself out. You are so on the money on everything you said in the vid!
Like from a perspective of an math student, its a BIG thumbs up. The way you explain and relate to the similar problems i get when studying is just fascinating. The encouragement this vid gave me is not even descirbable. Thanks
Your video editing and organization are incredible!! I love your videos. Thank you MDprospect!!
This was really helpful especially the last 'proper rewarding yourself' thing.
The execution is so well done! Thanks for sharing
Loving the production that goes with your video.. Come a long way from being in med school day! Keep inspiring bro!
These type of study tips videos are greatly needed........absolutely helpful and great 😀😀
Thank you so much! I’ve been struggling with anxiety and stress before learning that I said one more hour of watching TH-cam then I will start. It often ended in me sitting there like 10pm frustrated and with thinking I am stupid and not good enough. I also skipped days at school because I started to late with studying.
So thank u for this helpful video I will now try it! 🙏
Man,your mindset on proper rewards is just amazing and quite relatable to what I think..
Congratulations, You got one "MORE" 😜 subscriber today 😅❤️
I think that it should be like: You got one "MORE" subscriber today
Really has motivated me! I have to start studying for NCLEX soon since I am graduating from nursing school, and your videos are just what I needed. Thank you!!!!
As someone who recently got a job in electrophysiology, there is a lot of pressure to motivate myself to study when away from the hospital. This video and others you made are very helpful because you take the time to explain the details on the how to versus a lot of the other channels don’t explain those important details to take concentrating and efficiently to the next level. You’re helping a lot of people with your videos. Thank you!
so many good tips. i liked the rewards the best. first time i have heard this and realized something i have done at times when i was really good at something.
amazing tips! thank you so much for helping me get through my tough exams 🙏🏽 much love from Germany
I really needed this video! Thank you! 🤗
you are motivating me so hard rn. i know i have to do these things to study for a long period of time, that led to past success. The difficult thing is realizing you must keep doing these things to have continuous success, when you let go of these habits you also let go of success....
you're great source of motivation!!
WHY ARE YOU SOOOO GOOOOOD
Thanks a lot! I really enjoy watching your helpful videos.🙏🏼✨🙏🏼✨
hi, just want thank you. i have been distracted for a month and this video help to back to study.
Thank you for giving valuable tips !
Thank you Sir, I absolutely love this video 😎✨
Yo I can’t tell you how much I needed this right now. Thank you!
Good advice on always trying to stimulate test conditions as much as you can, especially for those who always have test anxiety. If you do it long enough, the act of taking a test will feel normal, almost like the test day is just another normal day of reading and scribbling things.
You are a great inspiration Doc!
The last part about rewarding yourself was an eye opener
The best video I've ever watched on focus for studying. This channel is gonna blow up.
ur channel is the best and u give the most genuine advice tysm!!
I’m just now finding you. I really appreciate the work that you’re doing.
Just found your channel and I'm in love! Also, I love listening to ambiance and fireplace sounds when I'm studying. I feel like even lofi can sometimes be distracting haha. Great video!
I love that there are original ideas here; at least ones I haven't heard before. Good stuff!
Real talk here! Props for sharing your experiences with us!
such an underrated channel yet so impactful. thank you
Good point! When you finish a hard work, for all the time you were alone, it's now the time to eat all the junk food! It happens to me! Thank you for your advise ;)
This was so helpful! Thanks!
Thanks for pointing out the importance of the positive mindset in the study. I am procrastinating and watching your videos, because I am currently suffering from the anxiety caused by deadlines from three urgent tasks. I felt I am lazy and slow, but I even didn't have proper rest during the weekend. I am of course not lazy. I am important!!! So many things need my input, and I have been putting much longer working hours than the others in the team. I am the first author of this manuscript, which was earned by my hard work during the whole summer. It is just the last phase of putting pieces together. Just stop procrastinating. Stay tough and I will be stronger 💪
hands down my fave youtuber.
I discovered your channel recently. Thank you so much for all the work you put on your videos! Love your study with me videos, helps me a lot😊 much love from Belgium.
Wow this is amazing! Thank you for this❤️
truly useful video, wonderful advice
Just awesome !🥺
Thank u sooo much 💜
man you have SUCH QUALITY CONTENT! cant wait to see you achieve the recognition you deserve, 1m soon hopefully! :)
Medical student from Bolivia- South America. Studying for USMLE in Hawaii. Buen video!
You are a legend. Thanks for my MCAT boost of motivation. I will apply these principles
You help me a lot! Thanks!
I would also suggest as a tip, buy lined crocs! They are so warm and prevent my whole body from getting cold. My desk is in a basement, it’s cold especially in Canadian winters. The crocs act like a barrier between the cold floor and my body. I used to go numb bc I was freezing, now I wear a sweater and some crocs.
I always play your videos so I could also focus on my office work. Thank you for creating this very useful channel. Cheers!
Thank you for this great video !
I wasn't expecting this video to be so useful, thank you sm!!!
Hi Jimmy! What a lucky day for me that TH-cam recommends your video! Your advice is really helpful! I am excited to try them and apply it to my studying routine. Thank you for sharing and keep making videos. You got a new subscriber
Loved the glamour part.
I had watched so many videos for stop distractions and pocastinations but your video is something which make me feel very connecting to study and way of your explaining things is just awesome...i really love your videos ...love from india🇮🇳🇮🇳
Thank you for honest advice😊
thank you for this vid, needed this as a motivation to continue working on my thesis!!
I just discovered your channel. You have great, high quality, organized videos. I have learned a lot so far. Thank you very much, and keep up the good work brother.
This video is gold for me 💛
I rarely comment on videos but I just had to in this case because this video is very informative and different. Most types of videos like this always provide the same, repetitive advice, which always puts me off and makes me click away. But this video actually has useful and well thought out tips and I really appreciate it. Thank you so much, I also am very inspired by your study session videos. 💙
This was a really helpful video! Thank you.
I really needed this, thank you so much 💙
This is a great video !!!! Thank you for recommending that self control app, right now i'm studying to learn a new skillset and this will help me eliminate the temptation of going on social media while i'm busy trying to learn. Thanks again
Beast of a man, thanks for the great content !
Thank you for these tips, it will help me with my studies a lot!
I love your videos so much! Thanks for all the great tips!
Thanks for sharing all this useful information! I really appreciate all your videos. You are amazing!
Thanks dude. This really is more than a study advise video!
I have found this quite useful. I'll be using some of the tips! Thanks a lot for sharing!
your reward system has got to be the most inspiring advice I've ever heard ^_^ amawing video, thank you very much!!
MD just graduated from surgical residency here. No doubt you will make it where you want to go man. I agree with everything you said and learned a few things myself. I don't know if you are now an intern in CT surg, but a video on how to cultivate mindfulness so you can prevent a downward spiral of negative thinking like you mentioned earlier may be a great thing to discuss.
Great informative video. Awesome advice.
Loved this video! Exactly what I was looking for.
Your background music is brilliant.
needed that! thank you
Thanks! Much appreciated for the tips.
Thank you so much for this and motivating me again for studying i had been distracted these past weeks and now I'm back on track gonna ace my exams
very well described i agree with everything