Effective Study and Habit Formation

Why is it important to reflect on the past semester?

• To identify what worked and what didn't

• To decide on a new major

• To compare grades with friends

• To make a list of all the courses taken

What is a common reason New Year's resolutions fail?

• They require too much planning

• They are based on fleeting inspiration

• They are not written down

• They are too easy to achieve

What should you do if a New Year's resolution doesn't work out?

• Create a new plan and set of habits

• Blame external factors

• Forget about it

• Try harder next time

What is a key message from 'The Power of Habit' by Charles Duhigg?

• Habits are only formed in childhood

• Changing a habit is easiest during large life events

• Habits are impossible to change

• Habits are not important for success

What tool does the speaker recommend for organizing class schedules?

• Microsoft Word

• Physical Planners

• Google Calendar

• Excel Sheets

What is the benefit of using digital calendars over physical ones?

• They are easier to lose

• They are cheaper

• They sync across all devices

• They are more colorful

Why is it beneficial to talk to classmates who have taken the course before?

• To borrow their textbooks

• To find out the easiest assignments

• To understand the lecture style and resources needed

• To get their old notes

What is a potential downside of ordering textbooks online?

• They are always more expensive

• They cannot be returned

• They are often out of stock

• Shipping can take a few days

What is the advantage of starting study habits on day one?

• It allows for more time to relax later

• It helps build good habits and momentum

• It impresses the professor

• It guarantees an A in the course

Why is it important to have a routine for fitness?

• It helps you avoid the gym

• It ensures you only go when you feel like it

• It allows you to skip workouts

• It maintains consistency even during busy times