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burnout

is anyone else struggling with burnout right now and have any tips to keep going?? obvi i will keep on going because a-levels won't sit themselves but yeah

Reply 1

Hey, no honestly, I have been feeling the same, a-levels are stressful but I have made a list I keep in my notes of more common ways to deal with burnout and some more out there ones which I swear do work - here they are and I hope this helps !

1.

Use the Pomodoro Technique 25 mins focused work, 5 min break. Keeps your brain fresh and focused.

2.

Plan Breaks Into Your Day Don’t just “take a break when you need it” schedule them intentionally.

3.

Daily Walk or Movement 10–20 mins outside boosts serotonin and resets your brain.

4.

Do 1 Fun Thing Per Day (Non-Academic) Even 15 mins of something you genuinely enjoy protects you from full burnout.

5.

. Study in a Mirror

6.

Talking out loud while looking in the mirror boosts retention and builds confidence.

7.

Also helps kill self-doubt seeing yourself explain tough topics makes it real

8.

Use “Reverse Procrastination”

Tell yourself: “I’ll procrastinate, but AFTER 10 minutes of study.” Tricking your brain by flipping the resistance.


7 .Make a “Burnout Playlist” But Not for Studying

A playlist you play only when you’re DONE.

Tracks that feel like victory, relief, or release. It’s your musical reward.

Reply 2

Original post
by MK1!2
Hey, no honestly, I have been feeling the same, a-levels are stressful but I have made a list I keep in my notes of more common ways to deal with burnout and some more out there ones which I swear do work - here they are and I hope this helps !

1.

Use the Pomodoro Technique 25 mins focused work, 5 min break. Keeps your brain fresh and focused.

2.

Plan Breaks Into Your Day Don’t just “take a break when you need it” schedule them intentionally.

3.

Daily Walk or Movement 10–20 mins outside boosts serotonin and resets your brain.

4.

Do 1 Fun Thing Per Day (Non-Academic) Even 15 mins of something you genuinely enjoy protects you from full burnout.

5.

. Study in a Mirror

6.

Talking out loud while looking in the mirror boosts retention and builds confidence.

7.

Also helps kill self-doubt seeing yourself explain tough topics makes it real

8.

Use “Reverse Procrastination”

Tell yourself: “I’ll procrastinate, but AFTER 10 minutes of study.” Tricking your brain by flipping the resistance.


7 .Make a “Burnout Playlist” But Not for Studying

A playlist you play only when you’re DONE.

Tracks that feel like victory, relief, or release. It’s your musical reward.


you are wonderful ~ thank you x

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