Test Prep Launch

Have you ever tried to learn when you are barely awake?

If you haven't, spoiler alert, you don't learn much at all.

When we learn our brain forms new connections. This process is called neuroplasticity.

When you are learning neuroplasticity helps make sure that whatever you are learning is set up to stick around.

Now there is one prerequisite to triggering neuroplasticity...

We have to be ALERT when we learn!

But how do you get alert when you are already bored or tired?

BREATHE!

Here is an effective breathing protocol that will help you get alert before a bout of learning.

1. Take 25-30 deep breathes (inhale through the nose and exhale through the mouth)

2. On your last exhale, hold the exhale for 15-60 seconds (do not force this, this is not a competition for time)

3. Once you feel the sensation to inhale again, do so and begin to breathe normally.

Give this a shot before you study for the SAT or ACT and see if you aren't more alert and ready to learn!

Recently had a student go from a 23 ACT score to a 30!

How?

She stuck to the process and kept making small improvements every single week.

She never missed a class and always came with questions.

The most important thing she did was seek understanding when she missed a problem. After missing a problem, we would break it down step by step and figure out what exactly she was misunderstanding. Then we would talk about how she will approach a similar problem. Finally, she would practice similar problems to engrain the new process.

If you know anyone who is preparing for the SAT or ACT, let them know I can help!