Let’s take a break to talk about breaks. As long as you can control their length, breaks are an important part of learning. They can be tools for procrastination busting.

It’s important to ask yourself these questions about your approach to breaks:

• When will I take breaks?

• How long will they be?

• What will I do?

Plan for 10-minute breaks

The idea behind breaks is that they are less difficult than what you are studying. So if you go from doing math homework to a 10-minute “break” to do science homework, that may not work. Instead, think about spending your 10 minutes on something mentally refreshing, such as walking around the block or listening to music.

 

Share your ideas for break activities

Think of at least five activities you enjoy doing that take less than 10 minutes. Share your ideas here and pick up some new ideas you can use.