but we are all human. We always tell ourselves "one more match" or "one more episode". When in reality one of something turns into as many as it takes for us to forget about homework or revision. So here is how you can balance school and fun things. There are 3 main ways you can do this
1. Work first, Play later technique
This is the technique that most parents enforce in their households. Maybe they are right. Putting half an hour to an hour aside every night to do some homework may not be a bad idea. It means that you have the rest of the evening to do as you please. You also get your parents off your back.
2. The on and off technique
You work may be done slower but this technique will keep you going. Spend 20 minutes on Maths, play a round of Smash Bros, 20 more on English, an episode of Death Note and so on. This technique may not work if your an RPG lover or if you can't snap out of a game quickly. Seriously, don't be like me and try to play "5 minutes" of Earthbound every break. Just don't.
3. Cold Turkey technique
This is a last resort but if your grades are really low, you have important exams coming up or if you don't have the will power to stop playing for a while, you might need to quit until the end of the term or year. It sucks but it might be the only thing you can do.
Some little tips
Here are some little pieces of advice that might help you.
• Its best if you don't play lengthy games during the exam times (I'm looking at YOU Xenoblade Chronicles). Games that are short and sweet are the best in these situations.
• Set a routine. Give yourself time to do both to the best of your ability
• Telling your friends that your busy with school stuff is okay. Your real friends will understand.
Thank you for reading. If you have any suggestions for topics please leave them in the comments. :)
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