Full time job, toddler-Best Study Plan

[cbgarza12]

I am currently using the PowerScore 6-Month plan, aiming to test for the October 2022 LSAT. I have about 9 weeks left according to the Plan, however my practice test scores are hardly improving and are not close to my goal yet. I scored badly on my practice test today.

I currently spend 2-3 hours studying M-Thursday then about 2-3 hours on Saturday and Sunday due to my full-time job and life with my family.

Any advice? Any suggestions? Currently frustrated.

Thank you.

[atierney]

You know, to be honest with you, I would actually reduce your study time just a little, maybe give yourself a week break or two. I'm not a fan of cramming, and I certainly am not of studying for the sake of putting hours in. I think that you should break up the questions in "sets of problems;" focusing on maybe 10 to 15 questions. Challenge yourself in discrete packets of time and question types, and gradually work your way up from there. This way, you are putting the minimum of undue stress upon yourself, while also maximizing particular areas where you might find difficulty.

Let me know if you have any questions, and I wish you the best of luck!

[Dave Killoran]

I am currently using the PowerScore 6-Month plan, aiming to test for the October 2022 LSAT. I have about 9 weeks left according to the Plan, however my practice test scores are hardly improving and are not close to my goal yet. I scored badly on my practice test today.

I currently spend 2-3 hours studying M-Thursday then about 2-3 hours on Saturday and Sunday due to my full-time job and life with my family.

Any advice? Any suggestions? Currently frustrated.

Thank you.

Hi C,

Sorry, I didn't see this until today! I'd second the advice to slow down. I personally am amazed you can get any studying done with a toddler around, but it sounds like the entire process is weighing you down. Studying and feeling frustrated don't work well together, and I know from experience that the toddler has to take priority here. I'd take some time for you when possible, and not devote it all to the LSAT--that's not working here and seems to be making things worse.

Good luck!!