SCS32-W5 | Real-Life Problem Solving Challenge: Study Techniques
Dear friends, I hope you are all well. I am also, Alhamdulillah, doing very well by the countless mercy of Allah. A wonderful contest is being organized, and now the Fifth week of this contest is underway. It is a nice contest for solving problems. Zinia has organized it; she is @ahsansharif. You are running this contest very skillfully. Let's answer her questions.
01, What study technique do you often use, and how effective is it?
Studying is extremely important. To become educated, you must study, and without studying, you cannot grow. This means that growing up alone won’t make you educated for the sake of respect. So, you definitely need to study strategically, study well, and achieve good learning.
I will present my personal strategies to you. Personal strategies can vary a lot from person to person. But for me, the most important strategy is to focus properly. Studying randomly doesn’t help if your attention isn’t there. So, attention is a very important thing. After studying with focus, the things I have memorized and the knowledge I have gained, I will keep in written form.
My personal strategy is definitely going to be Islam-centered. Whenever we pursue any kind of learning, we should consider what science says and what Sunnah says. I reflect on this and personally follow these strategies.
- First, I try to sleep early at night and wake up very early in the morning. And I try to study at that time.
- Scientifically and according to Sunnah, after waking up early in the morning, the mind is fresh and the brain works very well.
- For studying, I create a nice environment and a proper study setting, like a table, chair, or a clean and tidy space.
- Before starting to study, I follow some Islamic practices, like reciting prayers and doing a short act of worship.
- I start the day with Quran recitation, which keeps the mind clear and focused on studying throughout the day.
 | Quran recitation |
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 | Since then reading books |
After adopting this method and following these strategies, every time I've studied in my life, every time I've done my studies, I have succeeded. But when the devil catches me, when the devil seizes me, that's when I realize that I’m not really studying. So I feel it, and it flows for me. After studying and memorizing the material, I follow a written method. Besides that, starting the day with Quran recitation and then beginning my studies.
02 What is the biggest distraction that affects your studies, and how do you control it?
It's an important thing that in every situation we need the right environment, and if we can focus our mind, creating that environment is necessary for us. But often, many obstacles come in our way. Sometimes, such an environment is created without our awareness, and in that case, how to overcome that issue is very important to me.
Currently, one of the main obstacles in my studies is the mobile phone. Through this mobile phone, I suddenly fall into the trap of distractions and become addicted to my phone, and the focus I have on studying is lost. Another issue is suddenly losing concentration, and another is suddenly feeling sleepy. I have a few steps to overcome these obstacles.
First, when I get addicted to using my phone while on the go, I usually set the phone aside, give it to someone else, or turn it off
Secondly, if I start feeling sleepy while studying, I either have some tea or take a walk. Even though I will try to sleep if I feel sleepy, when the study is important, I follow this method
Third, suddenly losing focus is a common thing, and at that time I take a few steps: I either perform ablution and start studying, or I recite prayers and blessings
03 What is one good habit that helps you improve your academic performance?
This is actually an important question. Habits are very important; if you have a habit, anything is possible. Since I was young, I have had a habit of reading books and starting to study any kind of book. I’ve read various storybooks, novels, and I’ve also done some writing. I’ve developed a habit that makes me really enjoy reading books. And that is, if I can’t sleep, I read a book to help me sleep.
Many times when I can’t fall asleep, I try to keep a book in my hand, and after reading two or three pages, I manage to fall asleep. It’s a good habit that inspires me to read. Another important thing is developing the habit of reading books to gain knowledge. I believe that acquiring knowledge is extremely important for living my life. I’ve had the habit of reading books since I was a child.
Another important habit that comforts me and motivates me to study is focusing on Islam-centered studies and studying with the intention of earning Allah's pleasure. I try to develop the habit of reading the kinds of studies that Islam says we should pursue to gain Allah's satisfaction. This makes me feel very blessed.
04 Explain any digital tools, apps, or resources that you commonly use for study?
In terms of studying, I only use an app that benefits me a lot. It's a tool where you can find many books and lots of information on all kinds of topics, starting from Islam-centric ones. Through this, I gain good knowledge about things and can acquire a lot of knowledge from here. In today's time, such arrangements are very important because everyone has a mobile smartphone.
 These are the apps |  Essay writing |
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 Islamic Book |  Qur'an Tafsir |
The pictures you can see here are from an app called Islamic Bangla. Through an app like this in Bangladesh, we can see all kinds of Islamic topics and read beautiful books here. From various hadith and Quran tafsir to all kinds of books, everything is available here. When I try to study online, I study properly here.
05 What advice would you give to students who struggle with anxiety and depression during their studies?
This is a very important matter for the present time because students often struggle with their studies. Sometimes they stop studying and remain uneducated. They cannot focus on studying and find it unappealing. From my limited knowledge, I definitely want to give some advice and tips to all these students. Let's take a look at those suggestions.
To gain education and knowledge, first of all, we must have a proper intention. Our intention should be correct and truthful, without any kind of selfishness.
To acquire education, we need to plan and set targets, then implement small steps according to those targets.
To achieve good education, always remember Allah. Recite prayers and supplications. After the five daily prayers, offer additional (Nafl) prayers and make dua.
This is an important piece of advice. One should consider an individual or a few people as advisors. First, accept and follow the guidance of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him), then a scholar. Respect them and seek their advice.
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You're absolutely right to begin educated we must study to gain knowledge. Studying exposes us to what no one can tell us. I like your study approach and I am wishing you good luck.