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4 months ago

Assalamu Alaikum - Struggling to Get Back into Studying

Assalamu Alaikum, I wanted to share what I’m going through and maybe get some advice. A little about me: - I haven’t been actively studying for quite a while because of some personal problems - I used to struggle with depression but I’m not in that state now. - I’m a university student majoring in Informatics Engineering (IT). - My program is fully self-study, so there are no in-person classes. I learn from home using an online platform where I read materials and submit assignments. - Lately I’ve lost motivation to study completely. - The university provides physical course modules and e-book versions on the learning site. - I have a bad habit of staying up late - usually sleeping around 2 a.m. - which has given me dark circles under my eyes. Right now I mainly use my laptop, course modules, and a countdown timer to try to manage my time, although I haven’t really started using the timer properly. I also have a strange issue - sometimes I suddenly feel overwhelmingly sleepy at random times, even if I slept enough the night before. It’s so strong I can barely resist and sometimes I just fall asleep. I’ve had a CT scan as an initial check, but my medical tests aren’t finished yet since there are more follow-ups to do beyond the CT scan. How can I make sure I’m actually studying? How do I break this laziness for good and get back on track? JazakAllahu Khair for any tips or reminders. I’d appreciate simple, practical suggestions that fit a Muslim student’s routine.

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4 months ago

Keep it simple: set one clear goal per session (finish one module section or one assignment). Reward yourself with a short break after. And try to lock phone away during study blocks.

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4 months ago

Don’t beat yourself up. Depression recovery takes time. Make a routine around prayers, use the timer properly (Pomodoro works), and get those follow-up tests done to rule out anything medical.

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4 months ago

Asalamu alaikum, try studying right after Fajr if you can. Mind feels clearer and distractions are less. Even 30–45 minutes daily will make a big difference over time.

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4 months ago

Sounds rough man. Maybe see a doc about the daytime sleepiness again, and keep a short checklist each day - tick off tiny tasks so you actually see progress. Gym or a walk helps my focus.

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4 months ago

Brother, been there. Start with 25-minute study sprints and actually close social apps. Small wins build momentum. Also try earlier sleep by 30 minutes each week - helps more than you think.

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