Blog Posts from The Study Coach

Relevant, actionable advice to help accelerate your learning

Mind Gone Blank? The 4-Step Protocol to Reboot Your Brain in Any Exam

  • Dr. Sean Lally

Ever sat down for an exam and suddenly forgotten everything? It’s not because you didn’t study; it’s because your brain’s "security guard" locked out the CEO. Discover why your mind goes blank under pressure and the simple, repeatable steps you can take to reclaim your focus and get back to work.

Upgrade Your Brain: The Unfair Advantage of Exercise

  • Dr. Sean Lally

Want an unfair advantage in learning? Exercise is the ultimate tool to upgrade your brain, boost focus, and build a better memory.

Beyond Grades: A Parent's Guide to Teen Peak Performance in School & Life

  • Dr. Sean Lally

Want to support your teen's success without just focusing on test scores? This guide offers a practical framework for building resilience, confidence, and peak performance.

How to Help Your Teen Study (Without Starting a Fight)

  • Dr. Sean Lally

Tired of the nightly homework battles? Discover four practical strategies to shift from 'study manager' to 'study coach' and support your teen effectively.

Your Brain's Surprising Superpower: Why 'Struggling' is the Secret to Learning

  • Dr. Sean Lally

"Discover the surprising science of 'Desirable Difficulty.' Learn why the frustrating struggle to recall information is actually your brain's secret superpower for building a stronger, more reliable memory."
Fictitious book cover of a Teenage student smiling while studying efficiently sitting at a desk surrounded by books with a pen and paper in hand.

Is a 4-Hour Study Week Out of the Question? (Hint: It’s About Thinking Differently!)

  • Dr. Sean Lally

A 4-Hour Study Week: Fantasy or a real possibility for focused students? Uncover strategies for ruthless prioritization & radical efficiency