How I Routinely Study With a Full Time Job when I'm TIRED

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  • Опубліковано 9 тра 2024
  • Back in college, I always had a job while taking classes. It was always difficult to figure out how to study consistently during the week, especially since I was so tired after school. It was hard to study when I didn't want to. But as the years progressed, I made changes to figure out a better way to study with a full-time job. I was able to carry this momentum from college, working several part time jobs and then a full time job while in school. Now I'm a full time medical student, studying for exams, and working on UA-cam at the same time. There are four rules I follow while scheduling my week. And I hope they can help you plan and time block the most productive schedule possible.
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    0:00 intro
    1:18 focus not time
    4:40 bedtime not alarm
    6:50 set deadlines
    10:15 subtract not add

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  • @CajunKoiAcademy
    @CajunKoiAcademy  Рік тому +56

    Who needs to stop doing sh*t they hate?
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    • @joeTheN
      @joeTheN Рік тому +4

      Rather than stopping doing shit you hate, it sometimes helps to find interest in some of the shit you hate. Things that would benefit you. If you learn to get it done in one and forget about it, rather than drag it out, you have a won. Of course, if it continues to drain your time, focus and energy, then cut that shit out. Honestly, sometimes a person fails because they keep getting involved in the wrong things.

    • @adeelali8417
      @adeelali8417 Рік тому

      @@joeTheN right exactly. Think about how you can use some part of this job to help you in the next. Be it discipline, a technical skill or just the act of showing up everyday.

    • @ToddConnell-os3ih
      @ToddConnell-os3ih 9 місяців тому

      Literally no one cares

  • @mika-ju5bx
    @mika-ju5bx Рік тому +5891

    “quit doing stuff you hate” i can’t i need money 😭💀

    • @CajunKoiAcademy
      @CajunKoiAcademy  Рік тому +559

      hahahaha facts

    • @EllyWinfield
      @EllyWinfield Рік тому +455

      My suggestion would be to switch to doing things you hate less!
      Example: Ideally I would just not work and do my own thing all the time, but I need money. I used to work at a coffee shop, which I absolutely hated as an extreme introvert and it felt like it was totally destroying my soul. So instead I started looking for jobs that had nothing to do with customer service. I ended up finding a job that I still wasn't deeply satisfied with in the long run, but it had nothing to do with customer service and I could just do my own thing without feeling totally drained by the end. So, now I still don't get super excited to go to work, but it's way less soul destroying than the first few jobs I tried.
      Hopefully this helps. Good luck homies 🙏

    • @simisanoo5382
      @simisanoo5382 Рік тому +143

      I flat out quit low paid jobs. Full time learning to code over the summer, no job. Just meal planning and being efficient on the cheap. It's really fast tracking me forwards.

    • @smells_like_november_7140
      @smells_like_november_7140 Рік тому +22

      so true, unfortunately

    • @dominickisidore5180
      @dominickisidore5180 Рік тому +42

      Do you need THAT much money tho… you could cut out how much money you need to make time to pursue things you want to better your life.

  • @nihongo453
    @nihongo453 Рік тому +3397

    My take of summarizing this video.
    "FOCUS NOT TIME"
    •Spend time studying while you have the most focus where in motivation is the highest
    Early Mornings!!
    "BEDTIME NOT ALARM"
    •Sleep early to have motivation tomorrow early morning, Mornings is kind of soothing where people is not awake yet and there's no set of distractions
    "SET DEADLINES"
    •Use Parkinson's law- where you have to set deadlines on yourself where you need to focus more rather than procrastinating (early deadlines makes you more dedicated into finishing your job)
    "Subtract not add"
    •Delete things that is time consuming and not benefiting your life one example of that is social media

  • @leafygreenmarie
    @leafygreenmarie Рік тому +437

    As an honors student working 2 jobs, one thing that helps me get out of bed is to wake up a little earlier and do one thing I enjoy. This could be taking a walk to grab a nice coffee or playing a quick 30 minutes of a video game. I was so used to mornings being dedicated to getting ready for something I didn’t enjoy doing, when I woke up with time to do something I enjoyed it felt less like a chore. And as long as I get 7-8 hours of sleep, I feel great.

    • @nolifezay4636
      @nolifezay4636 Рік тому +32

      Yea but what happens when 30 minutes of gaming turns into 8 hours lmao

    • @tcritt
      @tcritt Рік тому +2

      ​@@nolifezay4636 Came here to post this. Lol.

    • @dayanapugachova301
      @dayanapugachova301 11 місяців тому +4

      Absolutely brilliant advice. Together with what you explained, I personally was constantly quite under the weather because it felt like my whole morning (which didn’t feel long, because I was always in a hurry) is dedicated to getting ready for another duty I have. So waking up a little earlier to do something joyful not only made me feel better mentally, but also gave me the time to actually awaken properly physically. And to feel as if I lived my life a little before going on a duty instead of just always being in rush as I used to. So it doesn’t feel like my day to day life consists of going to and back from work only.

    • @buddyyyy
      @buddyyyy 9 місяців тому

      Tysm for this advice! I'll share it with my friends whi struggle with being productive after waking up early like myself haha

    • @BrittanyArtPoetry
      @BrittanyArtPoetry 8 місяців тому +3

      But I would add that this enjoyable thing needs to physically be in a different place than your bed or even your bedroom. I love reading but there are times after waking up when no matter how good the book is sleep just feels more desirable.

  • @merlix6304
    @merlix6304 Рік тому +1312

    One thing I want to tell people who want to become more productive, but kind of just started, is that it takes a long time to really become productive. I guess it also depends on how much disipline you have. The goal really is to create that system that works for you and you will have to try out many things to find out the ones that really work for you.

    • @graciamuzima5234
      @graciamuzima5234 Рік тому +20

      Thank you 🙏🏾 for stating this. It can be really hard to start off (myself) and then fall in the trap of comparison especially with social media. Of course, improvement every day is important but at the time being realistic is key.

    • @panda22518
      @panda22518 Рік тому +7

      @@graciamuzima5234 yes! Completely agree. And when I miss a day I feel so discouraged but its getting better

    • @graciamuzima5234
      @graciamuzima5234 Рік тому +4

      @@panda22518 that’s okay! Your not alone. Here comes the end of year reflection time, time to see what worked and what didn’t. I’ve also learned that it’s okay to have a day off for recharge, mental health or even socialisation. As long as we have a plan to get the work done and are not consistently missing days. Sometimes it actually helps taking that one day off. We just have to change our thinking about ourselves when we do take those times off. 😊
      Keep going! Your doing great Daniela.

    • @aamirrazak3467
      @aamirrazak3467 Рік тому +1

      Thanks for the advice. I think for me the biggest thing is distraction and developing a consistent routine. When I come back after work I try and study but somedays are far more productive than others. Also there’s many other things that compete for my attention to make it more difficult

    • @MADZAI06
      @MADZAI06 Рік тому +1

      bro, you really got me. i was starting self improvement & want to be productive for almost 2 yr but I'm always fail. i can't even break my bad habit for just 2 weeks, it's probably i used the wrong system. Can You Tell Me Which is the right & easy productivity system for beginners? i really need this!

  • @TheDepthOfHatred
    @TheDepthOfHatred Рік тому +1280

    From my POV, setting a strict schedule is dangerous, because most people will set it too strict and burn out after a couple of days/weeks.
    I believe that wasting some time here and there is a part of life, you shouldnt plan every hour of your day.
    I do like the reflection that you implemented into your video. We all have stuff in our days, that we could easily cut out to make some time for the important things.

    • @soldierofpeace
      @soldierofpeace Рік тому +58

      Apparently, you'd better learn about yourself and be honest where you are at, since it sounds like you're putting unreaslitic expectation on yourself. Having a "strict" schedule meaning based on your honest abilities. Looks like it is coming down to the level where you know yourself through a process of trial and error. The author of the video has emphasised what worked for him and how he was able to get there, and for sure after a while it will change, since we keep changing either up or down and it's our responsibility to find it out. All these videos are just templates.

    • @TheDepthOfHatred
      @TheDepthOfHatred Рік тому +99

      @@soldierofpeace thats exactly my point, I think most ppl have unrealistic expectations and burn out. I dont think its a bad thing to have a schedule, but keep a healthy balance in mind.

    • @rogerrinkavage
      @rogerrinkavage Рік тому +17

      I like setting 3-6 big tasks for the day that must be done regardless of how long they take, and slip smaller and leasing pressing/demanding tasks in between the big ones to stay fresh

    • @JemimaDoesASMR
      @JemimaDoesASMR Рік тому +49

      What I like to do especially as someone with ADHD is sort my to do list into "work musts", "work bonuses", "personal musts" and "personal bonuses". The work musts are the things I absolutely have to do that day, but if I have wanes in motivation and concentration and hit a wall trying to do those things, I can move onto a "personal must", something like cleaning the cat tray, taking the bins out, calling to make an appointment etc. "Work bonuses" and "personal bonuses" are things that make me feel great if I get them done but aren't essential to do, at least not that day. Often they're more enjoyable and help to break up monotonous days.

    • @DanteS-119
      @DanteS-119 Рік тому +4

      It’s about flexibility. I think.

  • @-grey
    @-grey Рік тому +413

    This is the most accurate description of managing ADHD as an adult. You have to think in a completely new dimension around focus. Great delivery and explanation.

    • @djihadgue5127
      @djihadgue5127 Рік тому +23

      How do you manage your ADHD .. I litteraly spend hours just convincing my self to start a simpke task like making my bed.. let alone start my studies (especially with the the amount of readings I must do gor my phd)

    • @-grey
      @-grey Рік тому +37

      @@djihadgue5127 Alarms, so many alarms. Strict routine, for everything, even eating. Slow constant intake of sugar via an ice tea or soda through the day. Sticky notes. Regular breaks to do forced physical activity, pomodoro style but with a walk around in the roof of my building. My gf also has a planner that I follow. Planning my time around focus. I'm a morning person. I used to be a middle of the night person, but it rolled over, I guess. 😂
      Often I absolutely hate the struggle and it only gets easy if I hit a rhythm of hyper focus around something interesting, but it's an everyday drag to get there in the first place. All of this management only facilitates the opportunity to ride the focus wave. It doesn't guarantee it.
      Good luck on the PhD. At least you made it that far. Embrace the comfort of knowing that the only easy day was yesterday. ✌️ 😉

    • @RameshKumar-ng3nf
      @RameshKumar-ng3nf Рік тому

      What is ADHD ?

    • @RameshKumar-ng3nf
      @RameshKumar-ng3nf Рік тому

      @loved1ve Thanks so much for sharing 🙏🏻. Very helpful 🙏🏻Understood well now 😊. Appreciate your time in sharing indepth details of it 👌👍. Have a good day ! 😊

    • @koreanmichaelrichards7678
      @koreanmichaelrichards7678 Рік тому

      ​@@RameshKumar-ng3nf Honest TLDR: A condition consisting of mental symptoms that are experienced to a greater or lesser degree by basically everyone and whose severity is mostly untestable. Debilitating for some though equally many use it to cope with poor accountability or self discipline. Anyone who wants can get a diagnosis and the medications used to treat it make you feel extremely good.

  • @cronoz-sensei4259
    @cronoz-sensei4259 Рік тому +56

    The "wake up when you want to, go to sleep when you set the schedule" is such a good tip for any snoozer. Thank you so much for that.

  • @hoanghuy385
    @hoanghuy385 Рік тому +37

    **HOW I ROUTINELY STUDY WITH A FULL TIME JOB WHEN I’M TIRED**
    1. Schedule focus, not time:
    - break up your day by focus and tackle the most intense work when your focus is highest and then allow the natural progression of your energy throughout the day → determine how to work optimally and efficiently and reduce burning out.
    2. Set a bed time, not a wake up time:
    - instead of setting an alarm in the morning or having a scheduled wake-up time, set a strict bedtime so your body naturally wakes up.
    3. Set a strict deadline:
    - time pressure was always the main determinant for taking action.
    - give yourself rewards for finishing.
    - break down big assignments into smaller bite-sized pieces to reduce how challenging it was.
    4. Create time from cutting out the pointless stuff.

  • @kathiiini
    @kathiiini Рік тому +364

    This screams calendar blocking lol and it actually includes the focus on valuable life content planning and deadline setting. Your videos are pure gold! Thank you so much for sharing all this knowledge I am learning a ton and improving day by day :)

  • @akinawa2883
    @akinawa2883 Рік тому +254

    My sister is a resident doctor and I know how hard it is. Sometimes she doesn't even have time for sleep. I appreciate you guys for taking your time off to share these useful tips for us.

    • @ahn0x
      @ahn0x Рік тому +30

      the issue i have with a lot of this kind of advice is that ultimately, this lack of sleep will catch up, and no one ever talks about that

    • @syntapy9797
      @syntapy9797 Рік тому +2

      Omg no sleep? Thats cruel to have to go through

    • @thelovelylife7451
      @thelovelylife7451 11 місяців тому +1

      @@ahn0x going through that right now. Single mom, working full time, and going to school full time. I want to ugly cry so bad!!

    • @deenbakr1706
      @deenbakr1706 9 місяців тому

      Look more and more into vids harmful of not getting sleep.. subconsciously helps. And set atomic discipline habbits
      try while abt sleep if you are the type like to watch phone. Make a dim light abve you too it makes you more sleepier

  • @Manley142
    @Manley142 Рік тому +5

    This video was a great warmup to my evening study- I’m trying to get back to mornings as I have found them to be far more productive. After surgery I got a little behind and have been trying to get back by recognizing times of the day I feel motivated and capitalizing on them.
    I’ve never seen your channel before but I loved this video and will definitely take a deeper dive into your content- that is when I have a little free time.

  • @jujugarcianyc
    @jujugarcianyc Рік тому +7

    Extremely quality content. So many gems here, some very casually expensed. A video to rewatch for sure

  • @Nowayitzkitty
    @Nowayitzkitty Рік тому +187

    This is why I prefer to work evening shifts, I find I’m more motivated to work out and study before work than after :)

    • @CajunKoiAcademy
      @CajunKoiAcademy  Рік тому +8

      Thanks for sharing! We’re all different

    • @okpolihenry983
      @okpolihenry983 Рік тому

      Same here

    • @nileekakurukulaaratchy2087
      @nileekakurukulaaratchy2087 Рік тому

      It is very difficult living through changing shifts between day-evenings-nights.. can’t really work routines and it’s slowly killing me

    • @stevengonzales9870
      @stevengonzales9870 Рік тому

      @@nileekakurukulaaratchy2087 straight up as a night shift nurse. My energy level was basically zero. Would go days with out sleeping. Switching to a day nursing job while still exhausting has been life changing

  • @jhoennaperez3166
    @jhoennaperez3166 Рік тому +26

    Thank you so much for this video. I think this is the first video I see that represents an individual who has just as much on their plate as I. A plate so full it's to a point of breaking/burnout. But we can't stop! Doing these things have benefits of their own and we just have to power through it the best we can. Thank you for keeping it real. It gives me hope that I can actually get through my tasks and beat challenges.

  • @shreyrey23
    @shreyrey23 Рік тому +26

    I literally NEEDED this video.. I've been so unmotivated to study because I'm so drained every day, but this helps so much. Thank you!!

  • @rakanoven7491
    @rakanoven7491 Рік тому +2

    Totally agree that focus is an important factor. Also, love the transitions and graphics! Awesome video man

  • @Aisulu190
    @Aisulu190 Рік тому +31

    it’s a brilliant idea to shift focus from time management to focus management. i’m going to implement it into my routine to fight procrastination and increase productivity.

  • @matthewpankau5683
    @matthewpankau5683 Рік тому +2

    This really helped me and inspired me to go back to school while needing to maintain the income of a full time job. You’re right! Creating a strict window of time regarding every function of your life throughout the day is essential. Optimizing your tasks during focus peaks and stopping yourself from doing pointless things, helps immensely! This has been very encouraging to watch. Thank you!

  • @NicolleMosquera
    @NicolleMosquera Рік тому +2

    I can't tell you how helpful this video was.
    Stunning, clear, fun and amazing.
    Thank you so so much! ♥

  • @adamgil4159
    @adamgil4159 Рік тому +3

    Thank you for the solid advice. 1st year med student here - definitely see how not limiting the time to learn new content has resulted in me spending so much longer grasping a topic that needs be - mostly from jumping between materials

  • @paradox_1729
    @paradox_1729 Рік тому +597

    This depends a lot on what you are studying too. This is easier to implement in mcat than in engineering for example. In engineering there are times when a complete undivided bulk period of time is needed along with breaks to gather up new approach to solving a hard problem. Same goes for math. This makes it harder to move things around.

    • @lukakajinic3371
      @lukakajinic3371 Рік тому +36

      I'm studying mechanical engineering. I think 3-5 hours in one block is more than enough to make a new roadmap for solving a problem. Even more so if you're consistent. The most important thing, still, is focus. The more focused you are the faster you will learn a new concept.

    • @Ash-bc8vw
      @Ash-bc8vw Рік тому +29

      Agreed if you are studying physics maths or coding, problem solving and critical thinking discipline, revising or using flash cards isn't helping much.

    • @KaterKarloMawMaw
      @KaterKarloMawMaw Рік тому +9

      @jshowa o I agree with Luka... I studied software engineering myself and its all about focus. Try to find a time during the day where you can focus and stay consistent

    • @KaterKarloMawMaw
      @KaterKarloMawMaw Рік тому +3

      @jshowa o well you mentioned it yourself... you can't find time to focus for getting the important things done. be it external or intrinsic factors obstructing you

    • @elmolla6366
      @elmolla6366 Рік тому +1

      100% Agree. Still struggling find the perfect balance

  • @chandellestone6395
    @chandellestone6395 Рік тому +26

    I like your approach. Not everyone can be a Navy Seal and just go around the clock. Burn out is real. Everyone has different nervous systems and what you’re doing makes sense. Solid video!

  • @mompreneurlife
    @mompreneurlife Рік тому +2

    Thank you for the tips. Setting deadlines is key. It totally helps with focus. Looking forward to more videos from here.

  • @michaelprovenza3378
    @michaelprovenza3378 Рік тому +1

    Wow, by far the best video I've seen on this topic! Very informative, great examples! You left nothing out! The visuals were also so good! All-around great content! LOVED IT! I learned a lot

  • @samikshadhote99
    @samikshadhote99 Рік тому +6

    You are literally so smart. I was in same situation with too much responsibilities on my plate and on the verge of burning out doing all of it but this video saved me ig? Thank you so much 💗

  • @Tom.A.
    @Tom.A. Рік тому +1

    Best motivational video i've ever watched! It's so inspirational you made time to study for med school and work full time, and still be "locked in". Thank you!! and please make more videos like this. New subscriber earned

  • @groweveryday9791
    @groweveryday9791 Рік тому +1

    Thank you. I have been feeling so burnt out lately. Really needed this. Thank you.

  • @mackrykers
    @mackrykers Рік тому +5

    I am so grateful I found your channel! I love the video editing style, the club concept, the story telling and the information!! Hands down my new favourite UA-camrs.

  • @somethingxblue
    @somethingxblue Рік тому +26

    As someone with ADHD with a full time job, doing university part time, taking extra courses for work, and with a lot of personal tasks, I really wanted to mention how much I truly appreciate your videos!! I’ve watched a lot of study/time management content and it was either very unrealistic to me or I didn’t get how to apply it. You guys make it really easy to understand, offer real life examples and even variations that I can use as inspiration!! You’re really saving my life right now istg 😂

  • @vanessasmith9646
    @vanessasmith9646 Рік тому +2

    You are so right about focus! This has made the biggest difference for me. My brain doesn’t not retain much at night.

  • @KR-ez7mf
    @KR-ez7mf Рік тому

    A much needed one for me right now👍 Thank you for this video

  • @HaVoCX64
    @HaVoCX64 Рік тому +55

    I want to share a similar idea that might be of interest or help other people.
    I tried the same concept mentioned in this video about a year ago (i didn't know this video existed)
    Shifting your study hours to early morning is the best value you can get if you are a morning person, because most people are asleep, no distractions, plus you have a full focus battery ready to kick it.
    Using this technique, i was able to study 6-8 hrs a day while doing my job as a resident in Rheumatology department.
    Thank you for this awesome video, I got so much info and ideas!

  • @anammorar
    @anammorar Рік тому +132

    Thank you for sharing this. You definitely changed my point of view on how to distribute better my focus.
    - I would like to add it is also necessary to prioritize time to focus on your-self
    > such as: clean the house, wash the clothes, prepare your meals, take care of your body (showering, going to the doctor, physical activities, & talk with yourself to check how are you feeling), and many other task you need to tackle work, school, hobbies, activities with your people, and etc.
    -- I have noticed having a clean body, mind, soul, & environment, help me to feel good with myself & focus better
    > I want to see myself as a beautiful & healthy human

  • @lunhamegenogueira1969
    @lunhamegenogueira1969 Рік тому +1

    This video was mind opening. Thanks for sharing you insight. Will try something similar and see how that will work out for me.

  • @thebleuoracle316
    @thebleuoracle316 Рік тому

    I am so blessed to finally find this kind of video. Thank you brother.

  • @CrisTryingToBeProductive
    @CrisTryingToBeProductive Рік тому +68

    I like that you shared why and how you drew the solutions to your "problems". Many videos are just a list of "do this to be more productive".

    • @CajunKoiAcademy
      @CajunKoiAcademy  Рік тому +12

      I can only speak from what I know and learned from personally!

  • @user-qo7vq6yx8q
    @user-qo7vq6yx8q Рік тому +6

    This is great if you don't have any mental or physical illness, kids, a partner, family, friends, your school doesn't require you to be present for classes, exams when you have work etc

  • @efrahaimrn
    @efrahaimrn Рік тому

    I never thought about time management like this. This content is priceless! Thank you for sharing!!!!

  • @Diana-xm6zb
    @Diana-xm6zb Рік тому

    Finally a productivity video that has different content! I love the aesthetic of your room/background too!

  • @TheQueenIsWithin
    @TheQueenIsWithin Рік тому +13

    You are so right about emphasising on focus. As someone on the autism spectrum coping with ADHD issues this has always been an issue for me. My focus wanes ever so often. I remember once telling someone that after my attention span drops, I actually start 'un - remembering' all the things I learned the hour before.
    In my younger years when I only had school, I would do best studying from 12am but now that I'm older and employed that really can't' work. I'm currently studying STEM part time and I can't cut into my sleep or else I can't function efficiently. I'm basically working through burnout just so I could complete my degree ASAP.

  • @gudetamaenthusiast8315
    @gudetamaenthusiast8315 Рік тому +16

    damn, i never really thought about prioritization this way. my energy quickly drains out mainly because my focus is erratic-but that could mainly just be because i don’t know when and where i can focus. thanks for this 💗

  • @LD-oq1co
    @LD-oq1co Рік тому

    great video! I took some very useful points from it that I have never considered before like structuring the day by focus and setting a bedtime instead of a wake up time. Thanks for sharing

  • @g.r.2985
    @g.r.2985 Рік тому

    Dude, somehow got recommended this video for my algorithm but I really like your messaging and pace. You have a great voice for YT. New subscriber!

  • @ardentword508
    @ardentword508 Рік тому +5

    The shift in perspective to "focus" management is really helpful, thanks! Working as an editor I have some very mentally intensive things to process, but also a lot of small annoying admin work. My usual philosophy was getting admin stuff done first to get it "out of the way," but I've been finding actually editing chapters exhausting the more work I get. Doing the mentally intensive editing FIRST, then the admin work when my focus is low, seems like it should really improve my general workflow.

  • @anubhav-suryanshu3424
    @anubhav-suryanshu3424 Рік тому +3

    I'm really loving Cajun koi academy (more than my yesterday classes!!) But , what i more like is your intro that you were giving earlier in your videos!🌟

    • @CajunKoiAcademy
      @CajunKoiAcademy  Рік тому +1

      Wow, thank you! Really appreciate you saying that :)

  • @lorainisrael
    @lorainisrael 10 місяців тому

    Thanks for sharing your actual journey, it was highly relatable. I consider myself a well organised person and it is always great to learn from others who might be even better than me.

  • @carlosfloresherrera5893
    @carlosfloresherrera5893 Рік тому

    This is brilliant! Thank you so much! You deserve more than 200k followers!

  • @Capristar
    @Capristar Рік тому +118

    This actually works! I passed through university with flying color doing the exact same thing. Instead of studying at night time, I would instead sleep and recharge and start studying at about 5AM until 8AM. During this period too I realized my brain works effectively.

    • @sarahj7283
      @sarahj7283 Рік тому +5

      I have to be at work for 6 so🥺 I hope I get through this

    • @bonhamcarter4488
      @bonhamcarter4488 Рік тому

      @@sarahj7283 then wake up at 3am. Go to bed at 8 or 9pm.

    • @sarahj7283
      @sarahj7283 Рік тому

      @@bonhamcarter4488 lol I actually do wake up around 3/4ish but I go to bed around 11/12 lol

    • @bonhamcarter4488
      @bonhamcarter4488 Рік тому

      @@sarahj7283 oh cool. If it works for you, great!

    • @patrciaclemons8183
      @patrciaclemons8183 Рік тому

      @@sarahj7283 get more sleep

  • @tptallen4498
    @tptallen4498 Рік тому +8

    I like how he quickly changes from "our biggest asset is not time, but focus"
    To showing us how to manage time properly.

  • @catdogmom155
    @catdogmom155 Рік тому

    This video is brilliant! Thank you for sharing!

  • @warrenography
    @warrenography Рік тому

    I have used a mix of these ideas, but this is more inclusive than I had conceived of it; also, lately life has driven me out of my method, so your video is a nice reminder with extra boost ideas, thanks! I have been aware of not optimizing my focus, and found myself with things to do, want to do, but just tired now... and the past week I guess, I have been gearing up for resetting things, so finding your video was perfect timing.

  • @LegoEddy
    @LegoEddy Рік тому +10

    I agree on the focus points and structure my days the same way. From what little I read about neuroscience, they also seem to suggest this. One thing I do wonder, though, is if there is such thing as "free focus", i.e., if when I'm really motivated to do something, I can do it without "losing battery". My preliminary observations on myself indicate that, no, even if I really feel like doing something (e.g., read a chapter on an interesting textbook at the weekend), it does drain my battery. And if I do that in the evening, when my battery is already depleted, I run it into minus, and only notice it the next morning, when it's not recharged to 100% anymore.
    What's your thoughts on this?

  • @theduffrichie2050
    @theduffrichie2050 Рік тому +10

    My one hack has been since last 14 years is morning for mind eve for physical / body/ workout. Loved the video 👌

  • @baejae8442
    @baejae8442 Рік тому

    I like your explanation and tips because it deals with working on ourselves internally as opposed focusing on external things to help us establish discipline such as new gadgets for EVERY aspect we are trying to change in our lives. Great job! ✌🏾🎄🤓

  • @nataliveiras
    @nataliveiras 11 місяців тому

    Thanks for this video. It really helped me to organize my ideas around beying more productive and focus my energy in the things there are important to me.

  • @estebanmeza9645
    @estebanmeza9645 Рік тому +19

    I'm a chronic procrastinator and an underachiever, Not living up to my own expectations made me suicidal and stop caring about my life completely. I find it so, so so so so difficult to study, it's painful. I'm horribly slow and never learn things well enough. I struggle with college alone and couldn't even imagine myself doing more than just college. Everyone, and I mean everyone around me is so much more succesful than me that it makes me ashamed about myself. When I thought something must be wrong with my brain, I decided to go to the psychiatrist and got diagnosed with bipolar disorder and adhd. I still can't solve why I just can't make it, even when I make an effort much bigger than my mates, I still grades worse than them, and I mean enclosing myself studying like crazy and still ending up being the worst one in the class, it's really disheartening. I really wish I could fix this, I want to be like you.

    • @sunvavachi
      @sunvavachi Рік тому

      Hope you can take it hour by hour and see what you can do. Maybe try to work with a tutor. And to carry on extra things like running or something. I wish I had done that in college. I really hope it works out, I have faith in you! :)

    • @tobieeck9676
      @tobieeck9676 Рік тому +1

      Ahhh this is tooo relatable man, hope ur doin alright

    • @letzertenorioperez1630
      @letzertenorioperez1630 Рік тому +1

      Hope you’re doing alright, my best for you, you’ll make it

    • @veronicahaney6005
      @veronicahaney6005 Рік тому

      I feel you

    • @roymastboom391
      @roymastboom391 Рік тому

      I hope you get out of this long rut and start feeling better about your life soon. If you would like any advice, I would personally say spend as much time as possible with other people, and doing things you like. When you need to do things you don't like, do these together with people you do like. And I frequently make exhaustive lists of what I do and don't want out of my life, I find these clear my head and give me the motivation to keep going when I am personally overwhelmed.

  • @taiefmiah
    @taiefmiah Рік тому +226

    This is an interesting way to think about it. I've always used a sense of adrenaline to study, which peaks from 6-7pmm. I've tried to brute force it etc.. I always seemed to confuse this with the mythical "flow state"
    It does end up with me being burned out for at least a day or two, and I realise that it is random and will not be acceptable once med school is over.

    • @CajunKoiAcademy
      @CajunKoiAcademy  Рік тому +20

      that's interesting! yeah I have random waves of energy to study too. Needed to capitalize on it without burning out

  • @gabbyrios9366
    @gabbyrios9366 Рік тому

    I don't really take the time to see videos of people speaking but your videos are truly helpful and I watch them from start to beginning. Thank you for sharing tips to become better!

  • @alexialove6379
    @alexialove6379 Рік тому

    You answered all my questions with every new topic, thank you.

  • @cwr8618
    @cwr8618 Рік тому +8

    Yea, the ability to transition is a key strength. I’m going to build one of these for parents. Also adding more specificity around exercise and diet, because if your body isn’t healthy, all that focus time isn’t worth shit. Otherwise, as a parent working a full time gig, who’s also taking classes, this video is a great foundation

  • @Ne0dysseus
    @Ne0dysseus Рік тому +9

    Actually excellent, I also swapped my days around, stopped playing games, for now, and started studying in the mornings. These changes also include me at 42 and looking like an overweight Viking, I started eating breakfast and forcing myself on a 10 to 15-minute workout before studying wakes me up and clears my head. I'm kinda disappointed that I only pulled myself together so late in life.

  • @user-tc7gc8nb8p
    @user-tc7gc8nb8p Рік тому

    Hi I usually never comment and this time I felt the need to do so. I've watched countless videos on time management and self-improvement as a student, and it seemed like nearly everyone says stuff that's just not relatable, and which I couldn't keep up with.
    However, your video was very well structured with tips I've never seen before, like scheduling based on focus.
    This video really helped me understand and visualize how I could balance my workload and social life.
    I can't thank you enough.

  • @fsl4faisal
    @fsl4faisal Рік тому +9

    using time as focus and non-focus hours is really worth it.. I have thought about it in the past but I could not relate it in a way that would actually help me.. now that I now I can have focus hours instead of study hours.. or coding hours..
    I can divide my time mainly in two categories .. and that would also take the pressure off of from performing ... i.e. within 1 hour I must complete 1 coding question.. (this path leads to disappointment often)... now I can enjoy the time just with focus..

  • @roosterfloss758
    @roosterfloss758 Рік тому +23

    Your concept seems like you're managing energy over time and utilizing your ability to use focus when your energy is the most optimal. Awesome video :)

  • @me_lvin7068
    @me_lvin7068 Рік тому

    Needed this amidst my crazy schedule. Thanks.

  • @flootb
    @flootb Рік тому

    a truly valuable video, thx for the great input!

  • @RedVelvetLines
    @RedVelvetLines Рік тому +10

    I swapped my alarm clock for a wake up light that simulates sunrise over 30 minutes then instead of a buzzing, it plays nature sounds. This has made waking up much less triggering for me. And helps offset the blackout curtains.

  • @joncionrom1212
    @joncionrom1212 Рік тому +52

    I am starting to adopt your concept of "focus" and it makes sense on my study habit. I am a person that gets easily distracted by my own thoughts and at the same time the thoughts that I get in my studies are on and off. So with your concept on focus I started to make a timer on my "focus time". Whenever my mind start to focus on my study I hit the countdown button and when my mind drifts off I hit the pause button. With this I start to keep a "real" track with the time I really spend on focusing and not just the time I spend studying.

    • @ajvitha2546
      @ajvitha2546 Рік тому

      May I know which app u use for this?

    • @Amber-tk8hd
      @Amber-tk8hd Рік тому +2

      ooh this is good. i do something similiar. if i feel energized i do the 60mins of studying then 15 min break. but if i feel a little tired i do 30 mins of studying then 5 min break for however long i can stand

    • @thenowhere2
      @thenowhere2 Рік тому

      Do consider that some of the thoughts may be intrusive ones-- not coming from your true self or downloads from The Holy Spirit.

  • @yunginspirit3162
    @yunginspirit3162 Рік тому

    I love this, and agree, early mornings are the best time to study for me too. You are so smart! Thank you.

  • @combatkid999
    @combatkid999 Рік тому

    Totally found this useful and enjoyable. Thank you

  • @MicahBratt
    @MicahBratt Рік тому +13

    I used to always stay up late to study because I had higher energy and liked the peace. But I found that I also could get the same result by getting up early but the key is getting up really early so it's practically night. Of course the main downside is having to get to bed earlier than most people and that can effect your social life.

  • @piamouarkech6890
    @piamouarkech6890 Рік тому +4

    watching your videos will never be a waste of time.
    keep it up

  • @footballtomorrow9343
    @footballtomorrow9343 Рік тому

    Honestly, a badass video. The one that induced me to be vulnerable with myself. You just earned another sub, bruh

  • @anubhav-suryanshu3424
    @anubhav-suryanshu3424 Рік тому +1

    And a really thankful for your valuable contents!! 🌟🌟

  • @AB-ky5ob
    @AB-ky5ob Рік тому +47

    And here I was expecting a soul-sucking 'increase your productivity' video, to squeeze out every last remaining available minute of your day to work. Instead I get practical useful advice alongside an approach to life that actually puts MORE life into it, more choice, more enjoyment, yes commitment, but to the right things and people. Thank you.

  • @dlizard04
    @dlizard04 Рік тому +6

    Thank you for this video. I just figured out this hack for me. I go to bed at 5pm and wake up at 12am to exercise, practice guitar, then code before work at 6am.

  • @lavieestbelle6068
    @lavieestbelle6068 Рік тому

    I like the idea of setting deadlines for everything. Thank you. I need time management to complete my courses.

  • @niftybaker5967
    @niftybaker5967 7 місяців тому

    This was very valuable. Thank you

  • @pkraikar3515
    @pkraikar3515 Рік тому +5

    I am working as a tech support agent and have been trying to study..and I failed..I was drowsy, fatigue , because of travel 2.5 hrs daily+ 9 hrs work.
    Now I am getting confidence & motivation watching your video.
    Thanks for making this video .👌

  • @EyesTibilika
    @EyesTibilika Рік тому

    Thanks I really needed this video ! It's better than studying after work !

  • @cole_mcconnell
    @cole_mcconnell 9 місяців тому

    Insanely valuable video man! Got so many useful ideas from this that I'm going to try!

  • @Ohadberry
    @Ohadberry Рік тому +6

    It’s amazing to me how the principles you mentioned have already been forming in my mind before I watched the video.
    Love your plan on Focus vs Time perspective.
    Thank you for the video!

  • @ABCshake
    @ABCshake Рік тому +4

    I wish I knew this while in undergrad. At least I can try to use this info while working and studying to enter a new line of work.

  • @opulentElephant11
    @opulentElephant11 Рік тому

    This is a game changer. Thank you for your insight and making this content

  • @BaileytheIllustrator
    @BaileytheIllustrator Рік тому +2

    It's soooo trrueeee! This is exactly what I've been doing to build my own art career. I just got up earlier and worked then, and did some digital art over my lunch break, and then by the end of the day it's just time to relax, destress and take time for self care. Lovely schedule.

  • @peacefuldevil2.083
    @peacefuldevil2.083 Рік тому +7

    Make videos everyday. You are such an good creator to relax and be productive.❤️❤️

    • @CajunKoiAcademy
      @CajunKoiAcademy  Рік тому +2

      haha we try to make them as much as possible. Thanks for watching :)

  • @nn-ge8gb
    @nn-ge8gb Рік тому +10

    I needed this... Working studying mom..😔

    • @CajunKoiAcademy
      @CajunKoiAcademy  Рік тому +6

      that's amazing! so much responsibility on your plate. Hope this video helps some!

  • @lizavavilova9879
    @lizavavilova9879 Рік тому

    WOW! Editing - top level!

  • @IMPROVE1010
    @IMPROVE1010 11 місяців тому +1

    great video man! learned a lot from this! My routine was the same as yours, but I was managing my schedule with time not with focus so gotta try this!

  • @_negentropy_
    @_negentropy_ Рік тому +23

    I really really appreciate flipping the schedule to prioritizing focus rather than time. 🙏 this is a game changer for me. I’m exhausted by the many science influencers who preach optimal times in the day to do deep focused work. These guys have no other interruptions in their lives bc they either have wives who shield them from everything or they’re single. They base their schedules on data collected from other men in the same scenarios. I’m a full time doctoral student, a full time single mom, and a full time income “figure outer”. My study focus blocks are dictated by two other full time jobs. That’s just not compatible with the schedules of dudes who have the leisure to work out and nap more hours of the day than they need to put in productive work.

    • @ukaszgzella4022
      @ukaszgzella4022 Рік тому

      Indeed. Having children is game changer whole life... greetings for all parents for doing their job and adhere family life with employment and study.

  • @littlebear4264
    @littlebear4264 Рік тому +3

    "playing Tetris with the time you have." That is really good

  • @nicolequeiros1573
    @nicolequeiros1573 Рік тому +1

    Thank you so much for the video! At the moment I'm working full time and studying to be veterinary nurse. The focus tip clicked in my brain 😊😊😊

  • @MiguelMartinez-il9vs
    @MiguelMartinez-il9vs Рік тому

    Thank you for the content best wishes man !!

  • @kinkaku9
    @kinkaku9 Рік тому +4

    When you're tired, GO TO SLEEP

  • @peipeixi
    @peipeixi Рік тому +10

    I’m going to start an 8-5 job while studying for my law degree. I suck at time management so hopefully this helps!

    • @ghost-bo2qr
      @ghost-bo2qr 9 місяців тому

      How did you go? Because I also start at 8-5 while studying a medical degree 😅

  • @matthewflowers1079
    @matthewflowers1079 Рік тому +2

    Thank you so much for sharing 🙏 this makes so much sense. Having time doesn't guarantee productivity- focus is the important part! And looking back at the most productive points in my life- it was when I was setting deadlines, all day long. Those were also some of my happiest points in life, it feels good to be productive and accomplish what you put your mind to =)

  • @AdventurousGeek
    @AdventurousGeek Рік тому

    Amazing advice! Thank you! 🎉

  • @hurmaes
    @hurmaes Рік тому +18

    How exactly do you find out when's the best time for your focus?
    I've had irregular sleep my entire life, even as a baby, and it didn't exactly help that I always kept myself busy so my focus comes when I need it to come--usually when there's a deadline lol. But how do you know you've got great focus at that time of the day?

    • @azalea9
      @azalea9 Рік тому

      I suffer the same- but i always go to bed at the same time and make myself get up at the same time… it makes my body and mind slow down even if i don’t get actual Zzz.
      Also give yourself small deadlines… like if you have a research paper due in two weeks… break it down to. :read material in 2 days. Take notes in 2 days: write outline in 1 day: break 1 day. Write first draft 2 days. Give to someone to review your points 1 day. Write 2nd draft 2 days. Break 1 day. Rewrite/proof 1 day. Turn in last day

    • @zahubshahid7944
      @zahubshahid7944 Рік тому

      That's for you to experiment and figure out. Everybody is different and you wont know when you focus is high until you try.

    • @SmallSpoonBrigade
      @SmallSpoonBrigade Рік тому

      You can use a thermometer. Usually your best time to study will be when your body temperature is higher. Take your temperature hourly for a few weekends and you should see that there's a time when you're at your peak and when you're at your lowest. Chances are that when your body temperature is higher is when you're also more energized and focused.
      This should also help a bit in determining when to go to bed as the lower your body temperature is when you hit bed, the more likely you are to just fall asleep rather than lying there unproductively.

    • @SmallSpoonBrigade
      @SmallSpoonBrigade Рік тому

      @@zahubshahid7944 Yes, but if you track your body temperature for a few days, the time of the day when the body temperature peaks is usually going to be about when the brain is the widest awake it's going to get. You can shift it around by changing your eating, sleep, light and exercise schedules, but natural is usually best.

    • @zahubshahid7944
      @zahubshahid7944 Рік тому

      @@SmallSpoonBrigade That's so interesting. Thank you for letting me know.

  • @phoenixx25
    @phoenixx25 Рік тому +2

    I have a headache but its not an excuse to miss this video🔥🔥