Send us a text - your number will not show, so if you want a response include an emailIn episode #124 chat with William Wadsworth, a memory and productivity psychologist, author, and host of the Exam Study Expert podcast.Highlights: 1.     If you feel overwhelmed, confused, or frustrated – you are likely simply cognitively overloaded. 2.     When you understand Cognitive Load Theory you can combat procrastination and be a more effective learner.3.     Optimize intrinsic load by breaking tasks into manageable components and applying full cognitive power to each step.4.     Identify and address external distractions like technology and environmental factors (use headphones as a signal for focused work and create a tangents list for future exploration)5.     Externalize “to-do” lists to minimize mental clutter and stay focused on the task at hand.6.     Recognize the role of germane load in fostering creativity and insights and embrace spaces for idea generation, such as walks or shower time.Connect with William YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@examstudyexpertTwitter: https://twitter.com/examstudyexpertFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/examstudyexpertInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/examstudyexpertExam Study Expert podcast via https://examstudyexpert.com/podcastThe Scholars Way (30 day mindset / productivity program for scholars): https://william-s-school-4d20.thinkific.com/courses/the-scholars-way?ref=8cdb35Sounds of the Bodlein: https://www.ox.ac.uk/soundsofthebodleian/Six Pillars of Study Success (free download): https://examstudyexpert.com/PillarsProductivity Episodes#81 Productivity Hacks with Scott Miller; https://www.buzzsprout.com/1547113/episodes/11089338#87 Increase Your Productivity and Decrease Stress with Dr. Frank Buck: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1547113/episodes/11526361#89 Technology Addiction vs. Technology Mindfulness: How to Put Humans First with Rob Krecek: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1547113/episodes/11545822#92 How to Make SPACE for Things that Matter with Daniel Sih: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1547113/11832398Support the showSupport this free content: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1547113/supporters/new Get The Happy Doc Student Handbook: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0578333732Other resources at: http://Expandyourhappy.com Want to make my day? Rate, review, subscribe & share with someone you love.

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