Did you drop a year again to prepare for NEET 2021? Being a dropper has its advantages.
Find out how, along with NEET 2021 preparation tips for droppers.
You have taken that important and big step. The step which your friends and family were apprehensive about.
The step you feared would make your own friends laugh at you.
You dropped a year to prepare for NEET again.
Here you are – With another year in front of you and you have nothing to do but study for NEET 2021. There is a lot at stake for you, and a lot to achieve as well.
You want to get a much better score than you did last year and get into your dream Medical College. There are promises to keep as well for you – Promises you made to yourself and to your parents.
However, I know you are afraid too.
Several thoughts are currently revolving around your mind ‘what if I dropped for nothing? What if my score decreases instead of increasing than last year? What if I fail to get a good score again?’
You would have experienced a constant anxiety-inducing tune in the back of your mind due to these thoughts.
I would say that there is no reason to feel anxious. No matter what others (including you) think, being a dropper has its own advantages and you do have it in you to become the next NEET topper and get into your dream college.
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How to do that, you would ask? We are listing the tips which would be beneficial for you in NEET 2021 preparation :
Before You Start, Correct Your Mindset
Drop your fear of failure.
Drop the insecurity that is there inside you for being a dropper. As a dropper, you are aware of the difficulty and the experience of writing the exam, you also know the right way to tackle the exam.
You have a lot of knowledge about the exam in comparison to the candidate who is going to sit for the exam for the first time in NEET 2021.
This is a very advantageous position to be in.
Analyse Your Preparation Level Honestly
It means evaluating and analyzing how you prepared for NEET 2020, what were your strong points and challenges, and setting a goal for this year.
It may be a range of marks or a definite number that you are targeting. Write all of this in a paper.
Learn From Mistakes
It is a very crucial step. Here are the possible mistakes you must avoid:
- Not being enthusiastic/ motivated/ serious enough
- Avoiding online mock tests until the last minute
- Ignoring NCERT because it is ‘too basic’ or ‘too simple’.
- Neglecting 11th-standard syllabus
- Focusing too much on one subject at the cost of others
- Not preparing enough difficult questions
- Randomly studying without any plan
- Using too much social media while studying and getting distracted
Be true to yourself and honestly note down all the mistakes that you made previously. It is the only way that will help you to improve your score.
Prepare A Study Plan
A well-planned study plan with deadlines mentioned on paper where you can track your progress regularly.
- You avoided studying NCERT Books thoroughly last year, include it in your plan apart from an advanced book for this subject.
- If you missed out on taking enough mock papers, solve 2-3 every week and solve them twice.
- If you were focusing too much on one subject, allocate enough time for all the subjects.
Consistency Is The Key
Stick to your plan, avoid any excuse. Don’t forget to include time for rest in your plan and follow it relegiously.
Do not deviate from your plan at any stage. Say no to all those social engagements which collide with your schedule for study. Make a simple rule of ‘no excuses’ when it comes to studying.
Stay Away From Negativity
Maintain a long distance from all the negative thoughts there in your mind and avoid the company of those who doubt you. Make this year YOUR’S, you are going to give your everything this year for preparation.
Dump Your Phone
The amount of time that you spend on your smartphone must be reduced. When you feel the need to relax, do some exercise, dance, or participate in some outdoor activities which will benefit you by refreshing your mind and help you to start your study again with full attention.
Appreciate Yourself
Spend a few minutes motivating yourself before you begin with your study. Repeat your favorite affirmations to yourself. This one of the most important NEET 2021 preparation tips for droppers.
Repeating positive lines line like, “I can do it”, “I am the next topper”, might sound foolish in the beginning. But with each passing day, you feel the magic of these lines. It will motivate you and fill you with enthusiasm.
The most important thing to do is, keep reminding yourself why you are doing this.
Because once upon a time, you along with your parents dreamed a dream(Best Medical College). Now, is the time to make this a reality. And you know what? It is not that hard.
You are Awesome and I know you will do it. All the best!