The Pomodoro Technique: Your Secret Weapon for Exam Revision
If you've ever sat down to study for three hours and realised you actually only focused for about 30 minutes, the Pomodoro Technique might change your life.
What Is It?
Created by Francesco Cirillo in the late 1980s, the technique is beautifully simple: work in focused 25-minute blocks (called "pomodoros"), followed by 5-minute breaks. After four pomodoros, take a longer 15-30 minute break.
Why It Works (The Science)
Research from the University of Illinois found that brief diversions dramatically improve focus. Your brain isn't designed for extended focus — it needs regular reset periods to maintain peak performance.
The technique also combats Parkinson's Law: work expands to fill the time available. By constraining your work to 25-minute windows, you create urgency that drives focus.
How to Implement It
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