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Jennifer Dawson

How I Trained Myself to Read 300 Pages in One Sitting (Without Losing My Mind)

I used to be the kind of person who read 15 pages an hour and immediately forgot half of it. Then one day, I got obsessed with the idea: “What if I could read a 300-page book in one go?” Not just skim it — actually read and retain it. So I started experimenting. Here’s what really worked: ✨ 1. I trained my attention span like a muscle. Started with 30 minutes, no breaks. Next time: 40. Then 50. Like running longer distances — slow and steady upgrades. 📵 2. I declared war on distractions. Phone: on airplane mode. Music: white noise only. No multitasking, no social scrolls. 🧠 3. I tackled the biggest distraction — my own thoughts. Meditation helped a lot. Even just 5 minutes of breathwork before reading made a difference. My brain felt quieter. 💡 4. I only picked books I wanted to read. Let’s be honest — forcing yourself through a boring book just burns you out. Read what excites you. 🖍 5. I made reading “active.” I highlight, write notes in the margins, and talk to the book like I’m in a debate. Keeps me locked in. 🚨 Bonus Reality Check: Your body still has limits. Your brain’s ability to absorb info fades over time. If you’re reading to learn, break the book into chunks — then pause to reflect. If you’re reading for joy? Go all in. I once read Goblet of Fire in a single rainy Saturday. Didn’t move except to pee. #StudyTips #DeepFocus #ReadingChallenge #BookLover #ReadMoreBooks #ConcentrationTraining #StudyMotivation #ReadingHabit #SelfImprovement #LearnHowToLearn #MindfulReading #FocusHack #ProductivityTips

How I Trained Myself to Read 300 Pages in One Sitting (Without Losing My Mind)
Jennifer Dawson

🧠 How I Tricked My Brain Into Studying for 6+ Hours (Without Burning Out)

Let’s be real—studying for long hours sounds noble… until you’re 15 minutes in and already on your phone. Here’s the truth: it’s not about more time, it’s about better time. Here’s my no-BS system that helped me study 6+ hours daily without feeling like a zombie. ✨ The “55/5 Sprint Rule” Study hard for 55 minutes, then take a 5–10 min break. No scrolling—do something that resets your brain. Jump around, sip water, listen to a motivational banger. 🔕 Phone = Poison Silent mode or airplane mode. Better yet, leave it in another room. Your willpower isn’t the problem—the dopamine trap is. 🍵 Light stomach, sharp brain Eat light while studying. Heavy meals = nap time. Drink lots of water to stay awake and focused. 🛏 Sleep like it’s part of the plan No amount of coffee can beat a well-rested brain. 7–8 hrs minimum. 🧼 Clean desk = Clear mind A messy space makes for messy thoughts. Clear it, decorate it, own it. 📌 One quote that fires you up Stick a photo, quote, or goal where you can see it. Not for aesthetic—for mindset. And finally: don’t study to “beat” others. Study to build you. Stop obsessing over results—those come when your process is solid. #StudyTips #FocusHacks #StudentLife #StudyMotivation #DeepWork #PomodoroMethod #BrainPower #HowToStudy #StudyRoutine #ExamPrep

🧠 How I Tricked My Brain Into Studying for 6+ Hours (Without Burning Out)