“I get this urge to study on random nights, be a topper, but I don't study or lose interest later and during the time of examination. Do exams badly and then regret. Ik like, I just need a stable mindset and a lot of good memory power. So help! :)”

Another soul answered...

I dont know what youre studying for and being a student myself i know that feels random streaks of motivation but not being able to act on it!

Another soul answered...

Hey! What you’re describing is completely normal. You aren't lazy—you’re just relying on temporary motivation instead of a daily system. That 2 AM urge is just an emotional high. When it fades, you get overwhelmed and freeze up before exams. Here is how to break the cycle: • 10-Minute Rule: Don't wait for the urge. Force yourself to study for just 10 minutes a day. Action breeds motivation, not the other way around. • Shrink the Goal: Stop stressing about the whole syllabus or being a topper. Focus only on the immediate task—like reading just two pages right now. • Build the Muscle: You don't need a magical memory. Just use Active Recall (close the book and explain the concept out loud in your own words) so it actually sticks..