WHAT YOUR STUDY SPOT SAYS ABOUT YOU

Megan Grobler

@megan.gro_bler

 

Everyone has that one go-to study spot, whether it’s a quiet corner in the library or a patch of grass under a tree. But have you ever wondered what your favourite study space says about you? Your study environment might reveal more about your personality than you think. Here’s what your study spot may say about you.

 

The Library Learners

 

While the library is a classic place to study and get work done, it may reveal a not-so-pretty reality. According to Karla Burger, a second-year student at North-West University (NWU), “If you study in the library, it might mean you don’t trust yourself to stay focused at home. You need people around to keep you accountable.”

 

While this may not apply to everyone, it suggests that some students prefer being surrounded by others whose discipline might inspire their own.

 

The Green Team

 

If your favourite place to study is under a tree or on the bib-grass, you have possibly watched Gilmore Girls or you’re an introvert who finds peace in nature. Studying outside may indicate that you enjoy solitude, calm surroundings, and are not necessarily a group-study type of person.

 

The Tablesetters

 

If you prefer studying at a desk, it may mean that you like structure and preparation. You might be someone who summarizes, plans ahead, and has your materials organised. Or it could simply mean that you need a stable place to put your study snacks.

 

“I think it says that you are a person who values structure and discipline when you are studying,” said Julianne Olivier, another second-year NWU student.

 

The Comfy Crammers

 

The last study spot, and possibly the most relatable, is the bed. If you like studying under the covers, you probably value your sleep so much that you start preparing for it even while studying. However, it may also suggest that you are a procrastinator who values comfort above efficiency.

 

Whether you thrive in silence, sunshine, or under your duvet, the best study spot is the one that helps you focus — and maybe says just a little something about who you are.

 

 

Edited by Simoné de Witt