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I've played tennis for the last 5 years, so I might be a little biased about the upside of playing. After I played in my matches in high school, I would usually come out of them feeling more focused and light. But this isn't just my opinion -- there's also science to back this up. Tennis is a relatively fast-paced game that requires you to always be thinking in advance: trying to predict your opponents moves, deciding where you want to hit the ball next, focusing on your swi

Some students believe pulling an all-nighter is worth it when studying for an important exam the next day. While studying all night may work, it is often not the most reliable -- and for good reason. Sleep falls into two categories: non-rapid eye movement (NREM) and rapid eye movement (REM) in that order respectively (Cleveland Clinic, Sleep , 2023). In terms of memory, NREM sleep is when the brain stores memories while REM sleep is when the brain strengthens these memories.

If you’ve ever compared yourself to someone who “got it” faster, you’re not alone. Every student learns at a different pace — and that’s not just my observation. Educational research has shown that learning speed is influenced by many factors, including prior knowledge, learning styles, environment, motivation, and confidence (National Research Council, How People Learn , 2000). Some students need to revisit a concept multiple times before it clicks, while others may grasp it