The other day in class...which seems like forever ago by the way!...I really enjoyed the tiny breaks of relaxation and reflection throughout class. I think it is important to give the old brain a rest when working for long periods of time. Although at the time, the work I was doing wasn't too entirely strenuous, when writing massive papers or studying for a huge exam the tiny breaks can really come in handy. I remember once last year I was writing a mid term paper (that was due the next day of course) and I was at my laptop completely in the zone. The next thing I knew, one of my roommates walked in and said to me, " Whoa Kate, what's wrong? You look like you're about to lose it!" I looked up from my computer screen in awe. It just hit me that I was completely in overdrive and my brain was probably about to overheat (with out even realizing it!). So, I am all in favor in taking breaks during an intense study session or essay marathon. Sometimes I like to walk around a bit or have something to eat, it really makes a difference!
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I felt the exact opposite about the breaks. When I am in the zone I hate to be interrupted. As we were doing our research I was coming across a lot of info so I was excited to read it but the break broke my concentration. On the other hand when I am at home I take lots of breaks...but that is because I like to put things off until the last minute
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