RD Exam Made Easy Podcast

46: Strategies to Avoid Mental Fatigue


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It's a lot to balance everything in life. And sometimes things can feel heavy and overwhelming. This is especially true when studying for a big exam, like the RD exam.

That's why I felt it was important to be open about how I ended up with mental fatigue and worked through it. And share some strategies you can do to avoid it while juggling so many things at once. 

This is what you'll learn in this episode: 

  • Tips and strategies to avoid mental fatigue
  • How to use these tips when studying for the exam 

Here's a glance at this episode:

[05:50] Why creating a study plan helps keep you focused

[07:05] The importance of good quality sleep for studying and when needing to mentally perform such as when taking the RD Exam

[07:55] Why a healthy lifestyle including emphasizing physical and mental health should be prioritized

[08:30] Strategies for focusing on relaxation, something not enough of us do which includes breathing techniques and meditation

[10:55] Why you have to get your mindset right

[12:00] The importance of staying organized - your study notes, your life, and your obligations. This also includes scheduling the exam if you haven't done so already. Just do it.

[13:15] Reminder to pay attention to yourself - how to be intuned with your needs and be aware of your breaking point

I've been doing TM (Transcendental Meditation) for many years. If you're interested in learning more or would like to find someone in your area who can teach you, check out tm.org. If I can meditate with my nonstop thinking, anyone can. 

If you'd like to download your free study schedule, you can do so here: Study Schedule

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