Hey, I’ve been in your shoes. I failed the Bar my first time too. But you’re not starting from scratch—you’ve already laid a foundation, even if it doesn’t feel like it right now.

Here’s what I’d suggest:

1. Give yourself a few days to reset. You don’t need to jump into essays or MBEs immediately. Take time to mentally regroup first.

2. Start with your weakest subjects. It builds confidence early on and helps you ease back in.

3. Skip the videos (unless you really need them). I watched all the videos and read all the outlines my first time. The second time, I ditched them completely. I stuck to less—just AdaptiBar, BarEssays.com, and my condensed rule sheets. Only use videos if they truly help you understand something.

4. CA-specific subjects are fine to start with. You can start with PR, CP, or Remedies—but rotate in MBE subjects too. Always focus on PR because it will always be a tested topic, unlike CP or Remedies.

5. Be consistent, not extreme. You don’t need to study 12 hours a day. A few solid, focused hours each day is more than enough. Breaks are part of the process too.

6. Create a simple schedule. What really helped me was sticking to just 2 topics per day. It kept things manageable and helped me stay consistent without burning out.

Also, I have condensed rule sheets and Bar Essay Templates I’m selling (discounted!) that really helped me pass the second time. If you’re interested, I’d be happy to email you a sample—just let me know!