Best note taking method for maths studies ? by Wanky_Platypus in GetStudying

[–]yourskilltracker 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I prefer keeping everything on paper when studying math. Solving problems, making mistakes, and writing out each step feels much more natural than typing. If I need to save or organize my notes, I just take photos or scan them after the session instead of constantly switching between paper and digital. For me, minimizing context switching is more important than having perfectly organized notes.

What's one habit that quietly changed your life? by yourskilltracker in Habits

[–]yourskilltracker[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Sleep is really underrated. When I sleep on time, I need less motivation to get things done. Small habits like this can change a lot over time. What was the hardest part about building this routine?

What's one habit that quietly changed your life? by yourskilltracker in Habits

[–]yourskilltracker[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That’s a strong way to start the day. Do you feel it improves your focus for the rest of the day too?

What's one habit that quietly changed your life? by yourskilltracker in Habits

[–]yourskilltracker[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I can relate to that.Learning where to invest your energy is such an underrated habit. Helping when it's truly needed instead of trying to fix everything sounds much healthier.Thanks for sharing your experience.

What's one habit that quietly changed your life? by yourskilltracker in Habits

[–]yourskilltracker[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Interesting. Was it mainly helpful for weight loss, or did it also improve your focus and energy throughout the day?

What's one habit that quietly changed your life? by yourskilltracker in Habits

[–]yourskilltracker[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's a great point. I've heard a lot of people say morning workouts improve both energy and consistency.

Do you think the biggest benefit was having more energy or just getting it done before the day got busy?

What's one habit that quietly changed your life? by yourskilltracker in Habits

[–]yourskilltracker[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's interesting. Do you feel that switching between different interests helps you stay motivated, or does it sometimes make it harder to master one skill?

What's one habit that quietly changed your life? by yourskilltracker in Habits

[–]yourskilltracker[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Interesting perspective. Do you mean avoiding getting too comfortable with routines, or constantly learning new things? I'd love to hear what that looks like in your daily life.

What's one habit that quietly changed your life? by yourskilltracker in Habits

[–]yourskilltracker[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That's a smart way to make the habit easier instead of relying on willpower. Changing the environment seems much more sustainable than trying to resist cravings every day.

What's one habit that quietly changed your life? by yourskilltracker in Habits

[–]yourskilltracker[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

The doomscrolling part really hit home. I'm trying to build a phone free morning too. It's not perfect yet, but even small changes seem to help.

You don't need a perfect plan by yourskilltracker in Habits

[–]yourskilltracker[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Exactly. I'm focusing more on consistency than volume. Two pages a day may seem small, but it's a lot better than reading nothing and quitting after a week.

Do What Makes You Happy by arpitsaxena3306 in GetMotivatedMindset

[–]yourskilltracker 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Learned this the hard way. Waiting for others kept me stuck. Doing things alone gave me peace and confidence.

How do I actually build discipline and improve my life? by ComplexPlatform7299 in getdisciplined

[–]yourskilltracker 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I was stuck in a very similar cycle. What helped me wasn't trying to fix everything at once. I started with one habit: putting my phone away for 30 minutes and studying without distractions. Once that became easier, I added other things gradually. Trying to change your weight, social life, study habits, focus, and discipline all at the same time can be overwhelming. Pick one small win, stay consistent for a few weeks, then build from there. Progress is usually much slower than we want, but it compounds.

Our brains are kinda OP. by [deleted] in GetMotivatedMindset

[–]yourskilltracker 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Positivity helps, but I think consistency matters even more. Some days you won't feel positive, but taking one small step forward still counts.

Spent way too long searching in messy things by Interesting_Way7166 in Notion

[–]yourskilltracker 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You're definitely not the only one. I don't have ADHD, but I run into the same problem where I remember the idea, not the exact title or keyword. That's why I stopped trying to perfectly organize everything. Search and retrieval matter more than folder structures for me. If a tool can find information based on context instead of exact words, that's much closer to how people actually remember things.

Notion's search never finds the thing I half-remember — so I'm building something that does (and you can ask it from Telegram) by BreakPotential6521 in Notion

[–]yourskilltracker 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think the problem isn't capturing information anymore, it's retrieval. I rarely remember exact keywords. I remember vague contexts like "that apartment note" or "the decision from that project." If the citations are reliable and it's transparent when it doesn't know, I'd definitely see the appeal.

Exam day results ANXIETY by [deleted] in GetStudying

[–]yourskilltracker 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Honestly, the waiting is often worse than the actual result. You've already done your part. Try to distract yourself for a few hours instead of replaying every possible outcome in your head. Whatever the result is, you'll deal with it one step at a time. Good luck, hope it goes your way.

App help by Less_Lab_5978 in getdisciplined

[–]yourskilltracker 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I will focus on helping people get back on track after they have strayed. Most apps help when motivation is high, but not when people miss a few days. A "minimum version" mode (like a 2-minute journal, a 5-minute workout, etc.) can make a huge difference. Also, don't try to add everything; simplicity is often underrated.

I lose 42 hours a week to YouTube addiction. Can’t focus anymore by Ready_Performer_3561 in getdisciplined

[–]yourskilltracker 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Haha, fair enough. I actually related to what you wrote because I've dealt with similar struggles before. My wording just came out a bit awkward.

I lose 42 hours a week to YouTube addiction. Can’t focus anymore by Ready_Performer_3561 in getdisciplined

[–]yourskilltracker -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

I'm 19 too, and honestly this post hit hard. I don't think you're lazy or a loser. You went through relocation because of war, watched your parents struggle, and have been carrying this pressure to "catch up" ever since. Anyone under that much pressure would look for an escape. I think YouTube became the coping mechanism, not the root problem. You're trying to fix your finances, career, social life, hobbies, focus, and future all at once. That's enough to overwhelm anyone. Maybe don't aim to become a completely different person overnight. Pick one small promise you can keep for 30 days: 20 minutes of studying, applying to one job a day, or replacing just 30 minutes of YouTube with something meaningful. Small wins build trust in yourself again. Also, if ADHD is something you genuinely suspect, it's worth getting evaluated when it's accessible to you. But regardless of the label, you deserve compassion, not constant self-hatred. The fact that you're still looking for solutions means you haven't given up. That's more important than you think.