# Average 10th grade student - How do I create better study habits?

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**Created:** [May 3, 2016, 9:37am UTC](https://experthub.prepscholar.com/t/average-10th-grade-student-how-do-i-create-better-study-habits/7772 "2016-05-03T09:37:47Z")\
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**Post date:** [May 3, 2016, 9:37am UTC](https://experthub.prepscholar.com/t/average-10th-grade-student-how-do-i-create-better-study-habits/7772/1 "2016-05-03T09:37:47Z")

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I’m a pretty average tenth grade student with GPA of 3.2, but I know that I can do much better than this. I’ve been reading your blogs, and hope that you can give me some good advice.

The truth is that I don’t work hard at all. My biggest issue is not being able to focus while I’m studying. I’d much rather be playing video games or doing something else, so that’s what I do.

I know that I’m capable of having a GPA as high as a 3.7, and PrepScholar has really inspired me to do try harder. I would appreciate any helpful tips on how to develop positive working habits and any other ideas you have in mind for me to reach my goal.

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**Author:** ![sam\_prepscholar](https://experthub.prepscholar.com/letter_avatar_proxy/v4/letter/s/41988e/32.png) [@sam\_prepscholar](https://experthub.prepscholar.com/u/sam_prepscholar)\
**Post date:** [May 10, 2016, 4:04am UTC](https://experthub.prepscholar.com/t/average-10th-grade-student-how-do-i-create-better-study-habits/7772/2 "2016-05-10T04:04:17Z")

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**It sounds like you need to put yourself in a situation where you don't have the option of abandoning your studying for other activities.** Here are some ideas:

**Try studying in a library or quiet coffeeshop** so that you don't have access to video games or other distractions that might come up at home.

**Map out specific hours for studying with short breaks built in (1 hour studying, 15 minutes break time).** You can even set a timer if that helps. If you know that your studying has a definite end point, you'll be more likely to push through it.

When you need to study at home, **designate a certain space as an official study area** that you can't leave until your allotted time is up.

If you get distracted by the internet but need to use your computer, **install an app like [StayFocusd](https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/stayfocusd/laankejkbhbdhmipfmgcngdelahlfoji?hl=en) or [SelfControl](https://selfcontrolapp.com/) that you can program to block certain sites.**

Those are just a few tips that I think apply to your specific situation. I'd also recommend reading [my guide on how to get good grades in high school](https://blog.prepscholar.com/how-to-get-good-grades-in-high-school) for more wide-ranging advice!