Time Management is one of the most important skills to learn for studying, especially if you have other obligations to attend you or don't have a lot of free time everyday. Even if you have a lot of freetime, most people would prefer to be doing something else instead of studying long hours. This guide will teach you how to get the most out of your study time, no matter how much or little you have of it.

Before you even begin your study session, first ask yourself what is the most important or what is due. Then give yourself a realistic estimation on how long those things will take, and think about how much focus and engagement they require. The key to completing everything on your plate is hitting the heavy and difficult stuff first when you are fresh, and leave the easy busywork for last. Additionally, on a time crunch, prioritize assignments or subjects with immediate deadlines, since other subjects can always be hit the next day.

Flow State is essentially the term to describe when we are completely immersed or absorbed in something. You are focused on the subject at hand, time passes faster, and you are enjoying the whole thing. This state is ideal for studying, since our performance peaks and we are able to absorb the most information. Reaching this state may take anywhere from 15-30 minutes, but once there, it is the most beneficial to stay there for as long as possible. Usually, having ~90 minute sessions is ideal for learning new content without breaking focus, while also controlling burnout and getting adequate rest. When in flow state, try to focus on one subject at a time, since switching subjects means thinking differently, which may break your focus.

Time Management is a critical part of studying, doing it correctly will help set yourself up for success. The next time you jump into a study session, ask yourself what you want to accomplish and act accordingly. Study with intention; you'll be chilling on your bed in no time at all!