Study Corner at Home

In the picture, I can see a study corner set up in the bedroom of an HDB flat. On the desk there is an open assessment book, a pencil case, a glass of water and a desk lamp that has been switched on, and behind the desk is a shelf holding files and books. Everything on the desk relates to studying, with no toys or devices in sight. What I also noticed is that the lamp is on even though it is daytime, which suggests the corner does not get much natural light.

I study at the dining table rather than in my room, because my desk at home has become where I pile everything. What helps me focus most is putting my phone in another room, since even having it face down beside me makes me want to check it. I also work better when there is some background noise, like my mother cooking, than in complete silence, which surprised me when I noticed it. My worst habit is starting with the easy subjects, so I now do Maths first while I am still fresh.

I feel a good study place needs three things. It should have enough light, because reading in a dim corner makes you tired much faster than the work itself does. It should be free of distractions, especially devices, since the mind keeps wandering back to them even when you are not using them. Most importantly, it should be a place you use only for studying, because after a while sitting down there is enough to put you in the right frame of mind.