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Deuz · 11-29-2006, 02:26 PM

What do you think is the best break you can take when you study?

sport
computer game
tv
quick nap
listen to music
other

Or what kind of break do you take when you work, study,...?

elainevdw · 11-29-2006, 07:48 PM

If you're studying with a good friend... I'd add, "tickle fight!" Laughing is wonderfully recharging.

I would usually get up, grab a snack and some hydration, and stare off into space for a while. My eyes tend to get tired around the time my brain does.

The Universal Call · 11-29-2006, 08:15 PM

Hah, I've tried TV. Guess for how many minutes I got stuck? Too many. If we say that the average TV-show is 30 minutes, considering you probably shouldn't spend an entire 30 minutes resting (I think 5-15 max), if you do as I do you will want to see the entire show. You'll most likely see the first half, commercial = getting back to a little reading, then see the rest of the show, unless you are disciplined. Urgh, it hasn't worked out for me, I always get stuck wanting "just to see a little bit more". If you're a bit more disciplined than me though and think you can handle that, great, TV is a nice break from studying.

Personally I do as elainevdw, grab something edible (read: fresh apple) and something to drink (read: clean water), and might do as you suggested, listen to some music - it is wonderfully refreshing. Laying down on bed is not too bad either.

I'll be keeping an eye on this thread, other people's advices will certainly benefit.

Athena · 11-29-2006, 08:32 PM

connect to source/ nature / clear the mind somehow

stretch, water, sunlight

clear mind, visualize, project successful next actions,

etc

Cassie · 11-29-2006, 08:51 PM

taking a long, relaxing walk to clear my mind

Matt · 11-29-2006, 11:34 PM

I go for a quick bike ride (there is a trail behind my house). I would also consider going for a quick run if there was no where to bike.

If it's night-time I will sometimes listen to some good music and close my eyes.

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11-29-2006, 07:48 PM	#2 (permalink)
elainevdw Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Reno/Tahoe, NV, USA Posts: 375	If you're studying with a good friend... I'd add, "tickle fight!" Laughing is wonderfully recharging. I would usually get up, grab a snack and some hydration, and stare off into space for a while. My eyes tend to get tired around the time my brain does.

11-29-2006, 08:15 PM	#3 (permalink)
The Universal Call Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Sweden Posts: 82	Hah, I've tried TV. Guess for how many minutes I got stuck? Too many. If we say that the average TV-show is 30 minutes, considering you probably shouldn't spend an entire 30 minutes resting (I think 5-15 max), if you do as I do you will want to see the entire show. You'll most likely see the first half, commercial = getting back to a little reading, then see the rest of the show, unless you are disciplined. Urgh, it hasn't worked out for me, I always get stuck wanting "just to see a little bit more". If you're a bit more disciplined than me though and think you can handle that, great, TV is a nice break from studying. Personally I do as elainevdw, grab something edible (read: fresh apple) and something to drink (read: clean water), and might do as you suggested, listen to some music - it is wonderfully refreshing. Laying down on bed is not too bad either. I'll be keeping an eye on this thread, other people's advices will certainly benefit.

11-29-2006, 08:32 PM	#4 (permalink)
Athena Banned Join Date: Nov 2006 Posts: 328	connect to source/ nature / clear the mind somehow stretch, water, sunlight clear mind, visualize, project successful next actions, etc

11-29-2006, 08:51 PM	#5 (permalink)
Cassie Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: New York Posts: 212	taking a long, relaxing walk to clear my mind

11-29-2006, 11:34 PM	#6 (permalink)
Matt Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Posts: 64	I go for a quick bike ride (there is a trail behind my house). I would also consider going for a quick run if there was no where to bike. If it's night-time I will sometimes listen to some good music and close my eyes.

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