Create a Phone-Free Study Zone

What it is

Physical separation from your phone removes the biggest distraction trigger. Out of sight often means out of mind.

When to use it

Every focused study block — especially Pomodoros and exam prep.

How to do it

1. Choose a study spot away from your bed and TV.
2. Put phone in another room or use focus mode / app limits.
3. Keep only materials for one subject on the desk.

Common mistakes

• Phone face-down on the desk “for emergencies.”
• Studying in bed where you usually relax.
• Switching apps “just to check” between paragraphs.

Your 1-minute action

Move your phone out of reach for your next 25-minute study block.