You're Not Slow: Become a Speed Learner in 20 Minutes

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Ok so, I've been called a "fast learner" (a compliment), fast reader and fast speaker (definitely not at as compliment) my whole life and as on my end: I'm genuinely just an impatient person who has had to find ways to get through information fast, or I'd get too bored and stop learning at all. I don't think there's any secrets to fast learning, but I definitely think everyone can improve their speed of absorbing information by changing and re-shuffling the way they approach it. This is what works for me xx
To make your life easier:
0:00 Intro
1:07 Safety Netting
9:00 Core Basics
13:32 Admin and Good for You
15:54 Jumpy Learning and Strategic Drowning
PS. The resources I recommend in the video:
Video on how to jumpy-study: • You’re Not Stupid: How...
Video on speed-reading: • You’re Not Slow: Becom...
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[@generationm2059]

The prevalent problem with studying is that people have the expectation that quantity is better that quality. You are expected to take pages and pages of notes, many of which contains useless fillers, and are expected to memorize them all. I'm glad that you've made this video to show us a better method, Liz.

[@AllMyInkHybrid]

I totally agree with this! Many times you could make a 2-3 pages into a couple of scentences to easen the subject😂 but no, have to write a LOT for some reason. Thank god I tend to explain things from a lot of different angles,the problem is when the subject is limited and you can only explain it in ONE way…how can you prolong it without it getting boring or sound pretentious with wordfillers? 😅

[@0rion]

Yeah it’s crazy how much you can condense stuff for revision

[@hiyabhideol9331]

In.koreya mola

[@coqey]

This is true. My history teacher (I have online school) gave me 13 pages of reading and only 3 questions at the end of the entire lesson.

[@generationm2059]

@@coqey well, now that Liz has shown you how to handle it, I'm sure you will succeed. 😁

[@blaroe]

TLDR (because i’m adding this to my notes) 1. Safety Netting: Making sure you have the reasons on why you want to learn something Questions to ask: what are we talking about? why is it important? how important is this? what can i do when i learn this? what can i NOW do even after i learned this? where can i find further knowledge? these makes sure you have a more realistic and calculated expectation and reduce disappointment when you feel like you haven’t learned enough more realistic scenario like in lectures: what we’re talking about is…? what you actually meant by that is…? so when this happens, this happens? 2. Focusing on the Core Basics Making sure that the rules that are SO simple that teachers and educators forget about them because they think that people learning about something already know about the core basics these are the things that can make learning faster as this is the backbone of what you’ll need to continue to learn further ask yourself “what are the core basics i can teach myself?” things to ask: what are the things you do every day/week without fail what’s essential here what distinguishes the pro from the amateur how fast can i learn this then focus deep on the basics progress: - identify a core skill - test the core skill in different contexts - find where i can’t use the core skill (basically the limits) - strong core basics means better and faster learning later 3. Categorizing Information - Safety net: the logical backbone. Everything relies on this - Core basics: Significant and Immediate - Admin: Hard for me and not that much of a priority - Good for you: You don’t really care and aren’t important slowed read the information and slot the main topics in the categories and prioritize the safety net and core basics 4. Jumpy Learning don’t learn the things in the order given to you, learn them by how interested you are in it. this keeps your attention and motivation high and avoid early dull parts.

[@Reptorex]

How free r u 🗿😂

[@sense_storiess]

thank youu

[@krittikakarmakar9978]

@@Reptorex learn to value someone's effort.

[@jiayuclip]

@@Reptorex they're putting in the effort to summarise the video for all of us to save our time??? how free are *you*?

[@josephbolt6203]

@@jiayuclip Plus the guy literally said he wrote it up because he is adding this to his notes, so he wrote it up for his own future benefit.

[@Xgolfer11]

I recall my first year in Grad school at Stanford when I commented to the Dean of the Engineering School that I may not be smart enough to do this. He calmly replied, "It's not how smart you are that enables learning, it's how organized and motivated you are."

[@Daithai96]

I am old enough to be your father - it's actually quite scary how much you are teaching me about learning, kind of thought I should already know this stuff. Obviously, I didn't. Thank you for your insights.

[@bluein_]

While experience comes only with time and age, knowledge surely knows no age. I appreciate you and everyone else.

[@wabbott444]

Couldn't agree more. I'm over the hill but looking for a fresh start... wish this brilliant lady and YT were around generations ago.

[@Daithai96]

@@wabbott444 Me too buddy, me too! I still remember doing science projects from out of date encyclopedias. Young un's today dunno theym born do um? (very Bristolian phrase - but I'm sure there's there's decipherable logic in it somewhere).

[@ZappninLLP]

I'm old enough to be her grandfather....maybe even great grandfather -- and my sentiments are the same as yours.

[@FransceneJK98]

Your age doesn’t guarantee you more knowledge or wisdom in a particular area of study 😂 that’s just ignorant thinking

[@dearlantsov]

as someone with ADHD, i've been always describes as the kid who "has potential but just isn't trying hard enough". i have extremely low self esteem because of it, and instead of learning being something that should be enjoyable or something that should thrive out of my own curiosity, it became strictly about impressing others, like my teachers or my parents. learning became about winning their approval and validating me as a capable person, because at one point i used to think (and tbh i still kinda do) that not doing well in school= i have absolutely no value as a person. i'm starting to realise i wasn't doing it for myself but rather to make others proud, and in the process i lost my sense of self. i think i'm finally starting to let that ideology go, haven't reached there yet, but i'm slowing getting there.

[@RKNELIAS]

Im happy that you realized that so young. Im ADHD too and 30 now but I just got to that realization like 5 years ago. You have a lot to walk but you started fast: Dont make your grades value your worth.

[@dearlantsov]

@@RKNELIAS thank you for this :,) happy you realised it too, better late then never! hope you're doing well :))

[@fayrouzrahma7274]

Well It's my first year at college and although I realized that early, I have no choice but taking the major that my parents want though I don't like it and I love something else that I'm really good at but unfortunately what I want isn't valued in society Now I'm thinking that it might have been better if I didn't realize it I feel like if I had no goal in life it would have been easier for me to accept the society standards.

[@anjumkamal7669]

I kindof have the same problem

[@fadyaldhaim4766]

same here

[@bleeding.hearts]

As a teenager with hf autism, my problem is struggling to focus on learning things which don’t interest me. Your videos have really helped me to reevaluate this, especially on another video where you mentioned searching things up and actively looking for subjects in relation to the topic you need to learn which pique your interest. In the space of a month, I’ve totally turned this around thanks to your videos. Thank you so much :)

[@tracy_ragland]

I’ve struggled with that too. That was a really great tip she shared. Even if it’s a trashy article, it sparks your interest to dive deeper into the topic.

[@elizabethfilips]

This comment makes me so so happy, thank you so much for writing, sending you LOTS of love Odile!!!

[@Main3account]

I have low functioning autism level 2 I didn’t finish school it was hell for me

[@sreekartammana]

Which video?

[@xxzqqqq4939]

@@bleeding.hearts hii...cn u like tell me which video u were referring to in the above comment... it wld be of great helppp😁

[@user-cw8wh2jm7z]

As someone with ADHD in grad school, this is lovely. Categorizing helps to almost dumb things down, or make the learning material feel less impossible to grasp. This can help lectures/studying feel much less overwhelming. Love this!

[@appledaddy4139]

Thank you, Elizabeth. Your video makes me rethink whether my current learning style is good. I have to admit that you're right-efficiency is much more important than how much time you spend on learning. What's more, forcing yourself to learn according to the plans is not a good method; for most occasions, deep learning does not need to abide by the inflexible plan.

[@peparonimacaroni]

Elizabeth is honestly raising us to be superhuman istg

[@lokeshbasavaiah2646]

I know right? She is giving us a proper information about studies 🥰

[@SgtCarter69]

love that name peparoni macaroni

[@peparonimacaroni]

@@SgtCarter69 why thank you

[@elizabethfilips]

lol love this

[@peparonimacaroni]

@@pickletarts8196 Istg - I swear to god

[@vante8181]

I realised how much important curiosity is for learning. When i was young and not allowed to do make up i would watch tutorials on it and i knew so much abt makeup without ever doing it actually. The same goes with studies if we manage to raise curiosity on a topic we can master it in no time

[@tracy_ragland]

Absolutely! She shared a tip I really like in another video that I’ve done myself. Where u just search the topic and even if it’s a trash article, it gets your interest peaked. Really helps get u interested which speeds up learning

[@hglankshear]

Your brain is more primed to absorb information if you are interested, its definitely good advice to try and cultivate an interest in whatever you're learning. Might also be helpful to rethink about passion. In my opinion a passion for something is something you *make* not something you have or find.

[@joeking6972]

As someone who also has ADHD asking myself good questions might actually be the single best skill that I have ever developed. My two favorites are "how could I use this?" and "what could I learn here?" *"could" should be used rather than "should" as it elicits far more creative thinking. I have been able to use this ability to immediately see better results with ANYTHING. Whether it's studying, social skills, and even situational awareness. Due to my condition I am constantly lost in thought but just the other day I was walking home from work and decided to ask myself questions to stimulate my awareness like "what's going on?" and I was instantly mindful and attentive to my environment the ENTIRE walk home. Using this skill I am also able to strategically manipulate my interest levels and get into flow learning practically anything. It supercharges my creative problem solving skills, immediately grants me a growth mindset, and makes my focus airtight. Research even suggests that it's the best way to develop your intuition. Give it a try!

[@wedaringu667]

This advice about curiosity applies to just about everything... but especially to relationships. You can tell someone's intelligence very quickly by the questions they ask, or don't ask.

[@bushral.tasneem5464]

Yep! I was wondering how glue generated enough friction for objects to stick together if it’s surface is smooth, and I ended up learning about adhesive+cohesive forces and viscosity. The best part is, we learnt about viscosity in my last physics class:D

[@dr4aces]

What an amazingly excellent video. School, uni and even post-grad studies are mostly info-dumps of what to learn and rarely teach you *how* to learn. You are a credit to humanity.

[@heavenlyvibes1398]

I thought I was like the only person who questioned the process. I question so I can be successfully in the task, and ensure that the person who’s explaining did not miss anything vital for me. I am so grateful for this video. Thank you!!!!

[@kiagmail1725]

*Safety Netting --> Priming your brain for learning* - Giving it the space and context optimal for learning - Ask: - "What are we talking about?" Answer it preferably simply, drawing experiences and knowledge that are already there. - "Why and how should I care?" Makes you understand its importance. - "What can I do when I learn this? What can't I do even though I've learnt this?" Basically understand the connections & limitations related to this thing you're learning. - "Who and where are the experts?" Helps you know the sources of information you can use to learn this topic. *Core Basics --> Understanding the very basics* - Involves studying the very basics (especially the ones often skipped) of the topic so you have a good a foundation in learning new ideas - How to - Core Basics: - Identify a core skill - Test the core skill in many different contexts - Find where I can't use the core skill (the limits) - Strong core basics --> fast learning later *Admin & Good for You --> Actual studying* - Speed-read/learn and divide things into Information Categories - Safety Net (Logical backbone, AKA context) - Core Basics (Significant & immediate, AKA stuff you already learned + easy for you to learn) - Admin (Hard for me & less important, AKA "I'll learn this later") - Good for You (Don't care & unimportant *Jumpy Learning & Strategic Drowning* Jumpy Learning --> Learning non-linearly - Not studying things based on the order given, but based on your level of interest. - Helps you preserve motivation & attention, which makes things faster & longer (while still enjoyable) Strategic Drowning (already discussed in other videos) - Tendency to drown (perform not-so-great) first, before performing exceptionally well

[@prudencelamptey6584]

thank you!!!

[@nayabiamanih9294]

Wow !!!! thank u..

[@sofiacosta1897]

Thank you

[@0rion]

Brilliant

[@1980rlquinn]

Thank you, especially for the paraphrases! I couldn't grasp the steps as they're named in the video and kept getting confused. 😅

[@austyfrancis803]

Your content is rlly high value. Often times we're used to creators uploading videos on the same topic w a diff title or thumbnail but this is unlike anything I've ever seen. Thank you so so much for providing us with high quality and really valuable content. Keep learning and teaching the rest of the world ur wisdom 🙂👍

[@elizabethfilips]

thank you so much Austy!

[@t_n_rasberry8387]

I always learn more in watching one video of yours then many endless videos out there. It’s like they only know a super small portion of what you know or don’t want to share with us the full in-depth details the way you do. I don’t know but they never sound like an expert the same way you do.

[@tigermann777]

I love this...i ask claritfying questions all the time when learning a complex subject. It allows me to test my comprehension in real-time forcing me to concentrate on the big ideas and concept basics first before adding in the details....GOLD!!!

[@unknown-10k]

"If you want to learn fast learn on a treadmill" ~Sun Tzu~

[@santiagocruz9426]

This is backed by neuroscience; very good quote. 👍

[@reptilian132]

@@santiagocruz9426 yes because treadmills were invented BCE

[@circularisnotthis4316]

He so didn’t say that😂😂

[@scottjackson163]

😂 A doughnut without a hole is a danish; a flute without holes is not a flute.

[@scottjackson163]

I find most of this narrative tiresome, tedious, and superfluous.

[@3iknet327]

I feel like my brain works very similiarly... I never need to learn for school because I just listen and think about what actually matters and try to understand instead of remembering. So watching your videos is amazing, because it shows me what I could do if I put a bit of effort in

[@KaLaka16]

Prioritizing understanding over remembering. That's a really important piece of information that can be the difference between slow and fast learning.

[@lilykangethe8911]

This is the most useful learning productivity video I’ve ever watched. Relating the different learning techniques with actual practical examples and how one can use them makes so much more relatable and helpful for learners. Thanks Elizabeth for the helpful tips.

[@meerghalib320]

As someone with ADHD in grad school, this is lovely. Categorizing helps to almost dumb things down,or make the learning material feel less impossible to grasp. This can help lectures/studying feel much less overwhelming. love this! As a teenager with hf autism, my problem is struggling to focus on learning things which don't interest me. Your videos have really helped me to reevaluate thhis, especially on another video where you mentioed searching things up and actively looking for subjects in relation to the topic you need to learn which pique your interst. In the space of a munth,totally turned this around thanks to your vodeos. Thank you so much

[@amel4771]

i really relate to the asking " stupid " questions during lectures , i usually ask the teacher something they already explained and i phrase it using my own words and ask them if i'm correct , i didn't realise that i was creating " my safety net " , and i stopped doing it eventually because my classmates asked " smarter " questions , but your video reassured me so thank you liz !

[@beeankha]

Rephrasing and repeating is a really good way to help develop your thinking (and possibly others in the class too) so keep it up :)

[@kingofqwerty]

Solid advice thanks! Wish I had thought about learning like this in the past, because I do think your approach makes learning more motivated and effective. You have clearly thought a lot about learning and you have realized a method of working with your mind rather than against it which is the method of learning that basically everyone uses that makes you feel bored and frustrated.

[@christophersalazar3020]

I really love your instruction. I am trying to take my studying to a higher level and it's intimidating but i love the way you're breaking these connections down

[@chrioschvez]

Beautifully explained by a beautiful low key genius, I love your speech, crisp clear, to the point, forged by reason, logic and practical experience. Efficient. I *know* this is where you get your self confidence, motivation and pride, and with good solid reason, I’m subscribed. I have honest guttural respect for people like this.

[@bf7592]

I feel like I've been doing most of these every since I was a kid, but never had good ways to explain it like this. This is so helpful, I can repair some of the holes in my mental framework and externalize it so i can play around with my own structure.

[@raissaximenes2053]

I am loving to learn more about learning with you, Elizabeth! I've always thought of myself as a fast learner when it comes to learning with a teacher (school and stuff), but I do struggle so much when trying to learn something all by myself. I've tried things like pomodoro and other methods to keep myself focused but even sitting down and start studying has became a chore, even though I want so much to learn whatever I'm trying to learn (the feeling of slow paced get me bored). I will make sure to give a try in your method!

[@realitymentalhealthrmh]

You’ve brilliantly articulated the method of study I have used without even realising that this is what I’ve been doing. I used to just feel chaotic. Thank you for explaining how my brain works! 👏

[@Yah207]

It's so satisfying watching ur videos. You clarify the whole picture, when u answered definitely all my wonderings. All love❤❤

[@IsabelleRibeiroS]

I finally found someone who learns the same way as I do and that truly embraces it. I often feel like I am too slow or getting attached to unimportant details, but your video made me feel seen and understood. Thank you, Elizabeth!

[@mazu9700]

i've been doing these, especially the jumpy learning and doing things you're interested in first and it works so so well for me, honestly a lifesaver

[@Bryan1483]

One of the most educational videos I have ever watched, without a doubt. I recently went back to college to study computer science and I wish I had see this video when I first started. good thing its not too late to apply these things.

[@iAmDocCid]

Terrific video, taught me something I didn't know I needed to know. I have always been regarded as intelligent and a fast learner but I have never felt that way. Whenever I reached a difficult area of learning I just muscle through it and thought that was what was expected. I never categorized and analyzed my own learning process effectively but everything you stated here I can recognize in my own process during my most effortless learning topics. I can't wait to try these methods and see how it effects my future learning!

[@Nirajk19]

Really loved this video. I've been learning by following some of the methods you talked about in this video since school. Wrote down pretty much everything and will apply it. Thanks a lot Elizabeth 💙

[@adara971]

I love how you're breaking it down! I mean, to the degree you're doing this requires A LOT of self reflection and observation which is simply amazing! I cannot believe that I'm getting such quality content for free! And also, I'm positive it'll help me. Thank you so much Elizabeth! 💓

[@mikeydejesus3151]

I wrote down all of the information in your video for myself. I will share the video to family and friends because I know it will be very helpful in their careers. Thanks for making a great video

[@juliavunkannon4072]

Thank you for fleshing this out and giving it more language and names! I've done, discovered, or built parts of this on my own, but it is great to see it in a larger context

[@elisiqn5639]

Dear elizabeth i feel soo lucky to find your video in recommendation 😊 this is really a high value content and all techniques are soo underrated! Thanks for the tips now i will surely improve my grades💜

[@jackihutch87]

Yes! Another perk of pushing Admin/Good For You to later in the process (at least in my field) is that the "main" things you might sort of need to know eventually often show up so often you either build curiosity about them until you jump to them, or they just get repeated so much you learn them passively

[@charlie-george]

This is absolutely amaaaaaaazing. Love love lurrrrrrv this. Exactly how my brain works too. It always annoys me when my colleagues make assumptions when explaining things or describing tasks. I work in web development so when things are not well documented it makes things really difficult to pick up. When I see something missing, I always go back to basics and core concepts and add things into the docs to make things easier for junior devs as I know what it's like going into a new company and everyone around you makes assumption that you 'just know' how to find something or 'figure something out'. I'm passionate about teaching how to learn and do things autonomously instead of just information regurgitation and directing juniors without thinking about how they might approach the same task in the future on their own.

[@emilemoses3209]

Hi @Elizabeth Filips. Thanks so much fore the video. I have always relied on my memory when I was much younger to study. Kate teens and through university it took me very long to grasp most concepts, which meant a lot of repeating of readings, notes and concepts. It literally took me so long to get my degree, but managed to build a successful career though. I am currently pivoting and need to be faster. This is such amazing help!

[@krithikailavarasumech1066]

I m really glad to find someone I can relate to. I've always been someone who is surrounded by people who have a lot of attention span. To know that there are people like me helps me a lot. Thank you for creating such an amazing community.

[@BLESSINGMARIEE]

This is so interesting because this is exactly what I’ve been doing over the last few weeks but didn’t know. Knowing the process now and the logic behind it will deffo empower me going forward I think. Great videooo 🙌🏾

[@zawados]

Thank you so much, Elizabeth! This concept of learning is very enlightening for me. As a teacher I often struggle with the question that You mentioned: what is the most important thing in the field, that I can teach my students first. I find this not so easy to answer in so many cases.

[@gm7095]

I really get you on every points ! Especially for safety Netting. My mother was diagnosed with 2nd grade melanoma, one of the most dangerous skin cancers and I learned so many things about this disease, just like an expert. Every little details

[@noorpalkaur706]

This was invaluable. I have so so much to learn and cram and I literally have my exam in a day. Thank you so freaking much for making this video.❤❤

[@ainhitxu]

I'm so glad you talked about something I've always been thinking about. I spent most of my student years thinking that the questions I made in class were stupid, but I really need to understand the foundation or the basis to properly build knowledge on that. On another note, I've also been called intelligent and people wondered how I studied, but the truth is that I would never get tired of stressing the importance of understanding the core structure of the topic and understanding the very basics.

[@Carlos-cp3fu]

It is impressive how you were able to break this down. This video is a great source for self awareness purposes.

[@thamedz777]

Great Information! I do the first 2 steps on a basic, instinctive level. Steps 3 & 4, especially how clear you make things, really helps! Thanks. This should help me a lot! Keep up the amazing work!

[@Sabin625]

Hi Elizabeth, thank you so much for this. I really think that with this video you have touched upon an important weakness I had and this had led me to feel less confident about myself. Although I consider myself a decent student and critical thinker, but I always forgot the basics and this led me not being able to connect to the fundaments well. This content by you really helps me out. Keep this up.

[@vivimeetsworld5065]

I have always exactly learnt this way and feel so good that someone made a whole video about it! It had helped me be a lot efficient!

[@ramonventoso]

You are brilliant! Period. I have never seen this topic explained so well! Thank you so much!

[@slavic_fox98]

You make such great points! I had pretty terrible teachers growing up. Especially in Elementary and Middle school. I think it's essential we know how to learn efficiently and how to go about studying. Thanks for the video! ❤

[@Creatureaish]

I truly agree with this cause after a state my mind starts adapting the knowledge more effectively and when am able to apply that knowledge practically or by imagining it side by side , i enjoy the knowledge after a point of time. The most important factor is obviously basics and relating each small concepts with other concepts and boom that retains in ur mind !

[@lilyinthewater161]

I have consumed hundreds of videos on this topic and this is the absolute best. Very refreshing and genuine take.

[@elizabethfilips]

AH THANK YOU!

[@RAPER-dm6vd]

Thank you very much for your time and effort in making this video. After following the things that worked for you, I have improved my self learning drastically.

[@janvincentchioco7199]

This is what I am exactly doing with my learning process without me even realizing. Thank you for making sense of out my method. At least now I know that my techniques are validated.

[@johnnyrepine937]

Sounds like a very good approach. The thing I do differently in step 1, though, is to also take notes during lectures, which helps me encode it better through a multi modal approach. This allows me to be able to skim through the reading later as a refresher, as needed. Plus, it keeps my attention from wandering. I can then also jot down any questions that arise. If they are answered further in the lecture, I can add those answers. And, if not, I can ask them at the end of the lecture, either publicly or one on one.

[@xiaoweigong]

Oh my god this is exactly how I learned too! If I don't see the whole picture I will feel that I can't learn anything that is going to stick and i will feel that i am in the mist throughout the whole learning process. Thank you for conceptualized it so beautifully! We really do need to know ourselves first in order to apply any of thr suggestions from other people's experiences ❤👍

[@racerxtreme]

I can use every single area “Information Categories” and apply it to this book I’m reading and it makes so much sense now. This is the kinda book about leadership and successful entrepreneur stories but it got to a point where it became a bit redundant so I skipped some pages. It might be the “don’t care, unimportant” section that your mind segregates. The conflict is I get easily distracted and I’m interested in so many things that I wanna cover more than I can handle. If there is a video about that please lead me to it. Excellent work in this video! explaining your mind ain’t easy. I like how you add visuals on top of your narration. Thanks!

[@earth-air-water-fire-aether]

It's very well thought and constructed (your video as a whole speaks for itself) and fits a category of learners that in the past were left in the shadows or were open to have their insecurities reinforced and more problems. How you introduced it and worded it all, then used hospital and doctor to reinforce the idea of fast learning. I think it's very effective, it's something that most people in general in the industries I worked in I assume is why they excelled at their jobs and learning, keeping to principles and fully understanding the basics which were the people I always looked up to, and always taught who wanted to learn the areas that can be difficult to understand or see in practice.

[@JeonJungkook-zn8kk]

that is a really logical and "pyramidal" system of processing new information, I will use it for my exams ( I used to merely follow the order of the book..). Thank you a lot for sharing Elizabeth, you are a brilliant and generous person

[@studyholic6788]

I also asked basic questions in the lectures, but I have always been shy about that, now I'm proud to know that is also one of the steps of fast learning.

[@wildwords]

Apart from the content what I personally like is your cool,calm and relaxed presentation and excellent video editing.

[@jacklyndanielle]

I feel like this video is going to change my life. wow. I always felt like i learn differently than others and i know i’m not stupid but i’ll ask “stupid” questions because that’s what i know my brain needs to understand the full context. from there then i can be on the same page and learn quickly. This helps me understand sooo much thank you.

[@DrAyeshaJB]

Your insights are so different from the usual content around learning and of very high quality. I always come away with a zillion notes and have to rewatch multiple times to get all the details. Thank you for your hard work ❤

[@anthonyb8980]

try to condense your quantity by 3 and summarize everything, it will help massively. and you're trying to hard, I do the same.

[@IA-xr8de]

You content is beneficial for me as an engineering student. Your ideas were clear. You grasp my attention all the time until the end of the video which I am surprised. I think you succeed getting attention. Thank-you ❤

[@marshall49ers]

For years I thought that I was crazy doing the things I do to study. Now I know that I'm not, and you gave me all I need it. Thank you so much, what an amazing video and edition, cheers from Brazil

[@teacher7teach879]

Oh boy! I think this takes the cake as far as awesome KZbin algorithm recommendation madness this week....this is so special I don't even know where to start to compliment you, lol.....I only allow myself to learn from the best people out there, either people who have good results in life or are naturally wise as hell, wether they have a formal education or not....I know there are quite a lot of gifted people out there.....Your brain drives me crazy👌

[@Kediatextile]

Really amazing video on how to learn! I had so many "aha!!" moments that almost made me cry. The video is full of highly valuable knowledge which I am grateful to have learnt ❤️ Thank you so so much for sharing your wisdom with the world!

[@eritain]

Having spent, let's just say, plennnnnty of time in post-university classes, and a fair amount of time teaching too, I'm certain those "very basic questions" are a huge relief and help to both your fellow students and the instructor. Numerous other students are thinking, "Glad she asked that so I didn't have to!" The instructor's trap when teaching is that expertise destroys your intuition about what's simple and what's tough. The student who is humble and brave enough to say, "wait, what is X?" or "so if Y, then Z?" is massively helpful in re-orienting you. If you can find a classmate who will take turns with you asking the "maybe this is a dumb question" questions, so much the better.

[@juanpaulovargas3756]

I love how your mind works, the pointers are really important when learning new things at work. Well done.

[@athenaenergyshine7616]

Thank you for doing this. I think I gave up too easily in my studies when I was younger as I was a slow learner. I was later diagnose with learning difficulties. Now as an adult I am trying to be patient when I learn anything.

[@cool.glimmer91]

7:31 I felt weird asking questions like this in class, since it felt like I was repeating what the professor said a while ago. But it was my only way to stay engaged and actually understand what's going on. Glad to know I'm not the only one :)

[@tracy_ragland]

I do it too! But my professors never seemed to mind I think they liked how interested I was in the topic they were discussing. They could tell I wanted to understand

[@cool.glimmer91]

@@tracy_ragland In my case, idk if anyone actually minded, I just got awkward asking or wasn't paying attention in class to be able to ask anything (mostly the latter 😬). Glad it worked for you though, it feels nice when you're understanding stuff right there during the lecture and not have to take double the time figuring it out on your own later.

[@PraveenSriram]

I have a speech 🎤 impediment so I don’t enjoy speaking up 🆙 in class

[@glee_again2594]

@@PraveenSriram i think you can still apply the principles here by asking the questions to yourself or after the lecture ends you could ask the professor one on one or send them an email if that’s an option. Also if you’re university level I have found people are more patient with speech challenges & actually respect those who are willing to ask questions in spite of… in fact if you do struggle it can give others courage that if he can do it, I can too.

[@PraveenSriram]

@@glee_again2594 I will give it a try. Thank you so much 😊

[@josoufsidiqi5444]

Two lesson i want to learn from this video: 1. Learn the core basic, like she said when you understand the core basics of for example electricity you would be better at understanding most of the concepts related to it, like my dad. 2. Pay attention to what you want to pay attention. She said that we all have limited attention spans and when you always force yourself to study the parts that you dont like that attention span diminishes, so for example instead of studying only the specific things im not interesteded in i should keep the attention span going with the activity i like to do.

[@sonjailic]

Except she did not say not to learn the boring stuff. She said to leave them for the end because it will be easier to learn them when you have the basics covered.

[@rose.moore7]

I'm realising I've been doing this my whole life and explains why so many topics/subjects were easy to understand but that's how my mind started doing the learning and understanding since primary school wow

[@metapen_official]

This is invaluable. Most of us tend to ignore theory and clumsily memorize all knowledge. Only by changing this mindset can we learn more efficiently and quickly.

[@ZoeysMusings]

The three skeletons chilling together is such a mood 😂Your editing as usual is insane 👏🏽 Having a foundation really helps with learning. I like the safety net analogy. I also jump learn and it's worked out well for me 😁 You're an excellent teacher and I like how you break down complex topics simply and understandably. Thanks for sharing your knowledge, Liz!

[@Sakura-zu4rz]

❤❤❤🤗❤

[@nadinebeaumont7284]

Good points all and relatable. I'm being challenged in my university courses and so I will use your techniques for a better edge. Subscribed!

[@arpityadav7229]

Keep on moving videos on these kind of topics I am 21 years old now and medical student and I've been through every situation that you mentioned in every video at that time I used to think iam only bullshit who used to think like that and still sometime it happens where i feel iam one who overuse the brain on shit topics of daily life but you are really helping me keep on doing sooo much love to your ways may your wish come true ❤❤❤

[@Nawafwabs]

i usually skip learning videos but you stop me to listen to you and i learn a lot , thanks a lot

[@joeking6972]

As someone who also has ADHD asking myself good questions might actually be the single best skill that I have ever developed. My two favorites are "how could I use this?" and "what could I learn here?" *"could" should be used rather than "should" as it elicits far more creative thinking. I have been able to use this ability to immediately see better results with ANYTHING. Whether it's studying, social skills, and even situational awareness. Due to my condition I am constantly lost in thought but just the other day I was walking home from work and decided to ask myself questions to stimulate my awareness like "what's going on?" and I was instantly mindful and attentive to my environment the ENTIRE walk home. Using this skill I am also able to strategically manipulate my interest levels and get into flow learning practically anything. It supercharges my creative problem solving skills, immediately grants me a growth mindset, and makes my focus airtight. Research even suggests that it's the best way to develop your intuition. Give it a try!

[@arya.07]

Thank you. The could instead of should, I think it's gonna help me a lot. Tysm!

[@julietagreco2799]

Dear Elizabeth, What you say about core basics is very interesting and so true. In fact, you have inspired me to change one of my teaching tactics. I teach EFL and students struggle with grammar a lot. As I listened to you, I thought " The reason my students don't understand grammar is they don't remember certain core basics about grammar in general, even in their own mother tongue." So, I will start my lessons with reminders of what grammar is, how it works and why we need to study it sometimes.

[@VeronicaWang]

youre amazing xoxoxo thank you so much for this video

[@user-is5lv8fy7y]

😋😂😊

[@souptime9569]

Just when I think your videos can't get any better, they do. Thank you, this is incredibly helpful :)

[@elizabethfilips]

thank you!!

[@5iddy6]

This is a really great video .Thanks Elizabeth for great and life solving videos like these.!!!!

[@MrTheelda]

Thank you Eliza On my journey to master how to learn and what ways of thinking do I need to know in order to be able to learn better, your channel was a very important station.

[@dag1704]

The first 20 seconds of your video send me on a 2 hour long quest of listening to several versions of the davy jones theme and learning to play it. Sooo in the first 20 seconds you sparked my interest to learn something.. Have my upvote!

[@stevenroy5786]

As a male who sits on the Asperger spectrum. I have struggled with learning for years. I have learned more from your videos than I did from 99% of my teachers growing up. You have a beautiful and succinct method of expression/explaining. Thank you for sharing your knowledge. 🙏🏻💯

[@sethaldrich6902]

It didn't sound like jiberish nonsense to you?

[@tracy_ragland]

So true! Learning the basics is so important My peers and I have struggled with professors who skip this part. They assume we already know the basics and just go straight into the details. Because of this, the details go right over your head because you don’t fully understand how it applies to the topic. Great video Elizabeth!

[@Unknown-kr1pj]

ah- i was about to say that cuz that's literally what i am going tho

[@silxbeats]

Bruhh...that's what I'm saying...I went thro this in school...

[@pragyasingh2297]

You are absolutely wonderful

[@MahmoudAtef]

Great video Elizabeth, I have a similar strategy of learning but not as detailed as yours, I always start with simple questions like what are the basics, what it is used for, and how I can link this topic with other topics I know. I often use youtube for that purpose and I look for a common resource or a book that most of the videos refer to, then that will be my first book to read 😊, not as smart but it works.

[@domithepotato]

I just finished taking notes your how to teach yourself video, now taking notes on this one, this information is so helpful and I think I can actually have a chance at getting better at school topics like math and science!! It’s the middle of the year right now so I’m gonna have to spend some time going back to what I was struggling with and try to understand it again. Now… back to my physics homework..

[@WellWisdom.]

Finally something useful to I prove our lives and others around us. Many thanks.

[@mushie1221]

I've needed this for 35 yrs. Thanks Elizabeth!

[@victoriageorgopoulou4292]

when you go back to medical school , I would love to see an application of this video in practice such as how you applied the ideas/skills presented here in order to study a particular medicall skill or condition or whole system/organ. I really like this video!!

[@fakehaiqbal2501]

these first two steps used to be my STRENGTHS but then I kindof stopped studying overall, and now after 2 yrs of wasting my time in MBBS and being behind I'm ready to learn again. I know it's gonna be difficult to relearn how to learn but hoping for the best

[@Shamsul-rh6bc]

Thank u.. i got this.. help me a lot (should be) . Knowing how to conceptualize things (knowledge) --> Prioritize and sort them --> Plan your study (which study technique should be use on this syllabus/topic)

[@LeeBrenton]

this is exactly how i learn - it's great to hear it formalised! :) thank you!!

[@HarmonyHeardDifferent]

Really interesting Elizabeth! Definitely will apply these principles in my learning 🙂

[@aencity]

When I used to be academically a good student, I used to be told that marks don't matter, by my parents themselves. They never really appreciated me for my hard work to achieve the marks and they used to say "they don't describe you as a person and your morals do". Now when I've stopped getting the marks they are abusing me and gaslighting me by saying I've got every facility and still can't do the bare minimum and be good as a student, when they clearly made me this way. School has got lot tougher for me because of many reasons and seeing my classmates be ahead of me in everything just makes my self esteem go even lower. Looking back, I now realize that only thing that determines your value as a student are your grades. No matter how they say it in the end, only grades will matter for them and the society....