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I'm curious as to whether or not it is worth investing in a desk/study space in my home.
Wondering where you guys study for the LSAT? At home? or do you go to a library?
Also, if you study at home, how is your study space set up?
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I'm fortunate to live in the DC area, and I've studied on the weekends at the Library of Congress. Immaculate space. During the week I do most of my studying at home (or stay late in the office and complete a few problem sets/practice packets)
@brownkristen77339 yes! I haven't tried a park yet - I think I would fall asleep in the sun!
@jaymasonman13909 Nice dude! :)
No it was super easy to assemble and I'm not very good at assembling things, lol. You basically just screw the legs into the bottom of the desk. The entire unboxing and assembly took less than 25 minutes.
I like it a lot. I mean it is essentially the same desk I had from undergrad so I've grown quite fond of it. My favorite part is that it has AC plugs and USB ports built in. Super convenient.
@gregoryalexanderdevine723 Hey so it looks like I am ordering that desk sometime next week. Was it hard to assemble and how do you like it so far?
Lmao! Now that is dedication ;)
I love variety as well! I study almost everywhere, from parks, to coffee shops, to my university library. Basically, Ill study anywhere that is "social" even though I have to be antisocial lol.
When I started out I'd just study on a table at home, but I got tired of it. Now I mostly go to the local library and occasionally coffee shops nearby - I find it helps to get out of the house. Try a couple of things out and see what works best for you!
I couldn't find a cheap desk in the style that I liked so I took my coffee table and some pillows stuck it in a tiny nook (perfect size) a picture of my old pal, with piles of paper, my computer and accordion folders and I called it my study area. There's an elliptical behind me for impulse cardio.
Sup Westcoast :)
No, that one is from Target. It is funny you mention that though because the old one I had was an "Icke" Desk from Ikea and was basically the exact same thing. The only difference was the desk was white instead of natural finish. Is that the one you have?
I actually tried to buy a new one, but the Ikea closest to my house told me they don't have them anymore... I was bummed. Luckily I found this one at Target for around the same price. :)
@gregoryalexanderdevine723 I have a similar looking table as you! Is that from Ikea by any chance?
It is nice finally having a study spot again. I moved about 3 weeks ago, and for a week I had no where to study. So I was kind of just studying at work, lol. I finally got around to setting up my office space, so now all is well again!
LOL! glad you got your spot up and running :D
Hehe! :) Now you can picture me sitting right there as I type this, not studying, and mostly watching YouTube videos, lol.
It is nice finally having a study spot again. I moved about 3 weeks ago, and for a week I had no where to study. So I was kind of just studying at work, lol. I finally got around to setting up my office space, so now all is well again!
@gregoryalexanderdevine723 I love your study spot I don't think I'd go to my uni's library if I had that haha!
I switch it up. I have an office in my house which I use the majority of the time. Sometimes I will study at my kitchen table.
Depending on if I feel like getting out of sweat pants and brushing my hair I will go to the university in my city and study in a library just for a change of scenery.
I think the main thing is to have some variety - because your test centre will not be like home.
Good luck :)
Marginally, lol. I'm a nerd who loves gizmos and gadgets. It makes me happy to have "the best" pencils. Deep down I'm a poor loser, but when it comes to LSAT prep I can have the best pencils and prep material, so for the 4 hours a day I prep, I feel like a king :)
Haha. I do think a good pencil is worth it though. The Noricas are reasonably priced too. I picked up 72 for $25 bucks or something like that. I think Staples had the best price for 'em. And the long point sharpener will make any pencil better, or at least last longer.
Oh yeah! Lol. I totally remember that now. Totally stay away from those books. The worst I've ever seen (And I own a copy) is Barron's Pass Key To the LSAT ... It makes LSAT for Dummies look like ..... idk.... The LSAT Trainer (another recommendation I think we talked about)
LMAO! Barack O'Drama at your service ;)
Thanks for all your help. I will be in touch Barack ;)
Yooooo Alex has way too much street cred haha
LMAO
Hehe :) Definitely a must have for LSAT prep. Ain't no way around it!
@gregoryalexanderdevine723 Yo if I can cop a discount all the better. I will check out ordering all that stuff next week. Do you think the more expensive pencils make that big a difference?
And 7Sage is a must! I think you are the one who recommended 7Sage and this forum to me from TLS when I pm'd you on there a couple weeks ago. You told me to say away from the LSAT for dummies book I was considering lmfao.
Thanks for all your help. I will be in touch Barack ;)
LMAO
@jaymasonman13909
Dope! I think if you use a credit card there is some incentive (additional money off?) I know Target always has cool deals like that.
Uhhh...must haves... The 7Sage course, lol. Good pencils (I like the Staedtler Noricas), a good sharpener (I like the Palomino Blackwing long point sharpener ---- it really does make a difference! Longer point = longer life!) And get yo' self a good damn eraser. I think I bought a pack of the Staedtler Mars ones. Other thank that, hmmm... maybe a specialized LSAT watch, but that isn't a must have at all. You can use any analogue watch for the official LSAT, but I recommend getting acclimated to using one so on test day it is second nature.
And a positive attitude --- that is my must have :)
Awesome thank you for the links. My wife has a tar jay credit card, so I might be able to swing those this week!
Any other must haves you would advise I buy for my prepping?
@danielznelson160 Exactly and tis' what I shall do. I might even consider going back to my undergrad library to study for PTs. It is still only like 2 miles away from my apartment now.... I know where the quieter spots are, so there won't be talking, but there will be paper shuffling, foot tapping, coughing, etc. I think that might be my best bet for simulating test day conditions.
@gregoryalexanderdevine723 good point - do vary locations so much until you've been doing PTs for a while.
@jaymasonman13909
I actually got them both for pretty cheap from Target.
http://www.target.com/p/threshold-mixed-material-desk/-/A-17314851
http://www.target.com/p/room-essentials-office-chair-upholstered-grey-linen/-/A-15732148
I think all together both chair and desk were under $200 bucks. Can't beat it!
Though, you may want to check out craigslist and see if you can score one for cheaper. There are always people moving who sell their furniture for the low ;)
@gregoryalexanderdevine723 Where did you get your desk and chair? I like your set up and am looking for something like that but without spending an arm and a leg...