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Does anyone have thoughts on just drilling/ taking PTs, rather than studying theory.

I’ve always been a more intuitive thinker, and always learned better by doing, rather than having something explained to me.

I’ve been seeing a lot of people categorizing the questions on the lsat, and using different theories/ approaches to answer different question types. I, as of now, have not looked up what these categories mean, because that is not how my brain naturally understands the questions, and I worry trying to change how my brain processes the questions will slow me down/ mess with my accuracy.

I am hesitant to do anything to mess with how I think about the questions because I already seem to be preforming pretty well with my current approach. I got a 177 diagnostic (granted I did mess around with drills for like maybe 2 hrs before, and the PT was a older one) and so far seem to be at most missing like 1 question per drill (if that).

I am currently studying by drilling, and when I miss a question, going back over and making sure I understand (in a way that seems natural/ instinctive to me) what I missed. According to 7sage, my accuracy is roughly the same across all question types, so I think these mistakes are more my lack of familiarity with the LSAT (i’ve just started studying, probably like 30ish mins to 1hr a day like 4 days a wk for like maybe 2wks) rather than a lack of understanding of a question type.

I know that regardless I’m probably going to be fine when taking the LSAT, but also want a 180 if possible and want to be studying in a way that’s smart for me. If anyone has thoughts about if I should keep practicing, study some theory, or a secret third option, pls let me know. Thanks!

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I am so happy right now, I just felt compelled to post this. Before anyone says anything about the time, I am an accommodated test taker and have always been. I was supposed to take the LSAT last August, but I got a promotion at the law firm I work for and decided to stay one more year. This is almost 2 years in the making. I know a lot of people don't study for the LSAT that long, but as someone who isn't naturally gifted at test taking, this study length was incredibly useful for me. This is your sign that you can do this!!!!

I’m looking to hear from other people studying for the LSAT to see if you’ve experienced the same thing.

I’ve always been an excellent student (my GPA from undergrad is a 4.2), but ever since I graduated college three years ago, I feel like social media and doomscrolling have permanently fried my brain.

I’ve gone from reading the classics and super dense texts with relative ease to forgetting what I just read almost immediately. I have to read the stimulus at least three times to begin to understand it.

I’ve cut back on my social media time, read The Loophole, try and get back into reading, but I still can’t get past this brain fog. I feel like I can’t understand the simplest of sentences and choose incorrect ACs all the time because I am misreading them. This problem is killing my score.

Have you had a similar experience? Any tips that have helped you combat this?

Thank you!

When I answer LR questions, I feel like I have no structure/ methodology for answering the question. My thoughts are scattered... I just read and guess. I'm missing 6-7 questions per section, but when blind reviewing, I miss about 2 questions. What can I do in the moment? I'd like to create a concrete step-by-step plan for answering questions. Thank you :)

I started studying for the LSAT about a year ago and took the official exam in June. I scored in the high 160s, but my goal is to break into the 170s, ideally by September.

LR has usually been my stronger section, with my average being around 2 to 3 wrong per section. RC, however, has been holding me back for as long as I can remember, and my RC average is noticeably worse.

I know the usual advice: read for structure, slow down, focus on the author’s attitude, understand the main point, etc. I’ve heard all the sound bites. I’m wondering if anyone here actually implemented specific changes into their studying that led to real improvement in RC.

Were there any drills, habits, review methods, timing strategies, or mindset shifts that helped you improve your RC score? I’m hoping to score in the 170s in September, and I’m trying to figure out whether that jump is realistic and what I should be doing differently between now and then.

help theres too many resources. for someone with a 152 diagnostic and need to make a serious score jump what materials/resources'/courses would you recommend for foundations?

trying to decide between 7sage lsat lab and loophole or all three in what order?

I am working with licensed medical professionals to figure out ways to sleep better, and I am doing all of the obvious things (exercising every morning, very strict consistent sleep schedule, no caffeine after 10am, short walk and no screens an hour before bed, blackout curtains, etc.) - which is all to say I am NOT seeking suggestions for managing/dealing with my insomnia.

I am looking for tips from other folks who deal with insomnia on how to handle the symptoms while taking the test - i.e. the mind-wandering, the impaired judgement, the difficult retaining information. Also, if you have insomnia and just had to retake and hope for better sleep next time, that's also honestly probably helpful to hear. Or if you got accommodations? Also would be helpful to hear!

Thanks!

I started lowkey studying for the lsat. That means I’m preparing and just seeing what the test is about. I have a year or two before take the lsat bc I’m
Finishing my bachelors.

I’m 41 and feel like a box of dumb rocks lol. I’m focusing on logical reasoning right now and see that my approach to answering these questions have to be different. I’m just not grasping the idea of asking internal questions to get to the right answer. I hope that makes sense.

Can anyone share any ideas or mindsets that can help me understand and start implementing so i can start to grasp this idea?

I feel like I have to be a pessimistic person to get the right answers lol which is totally opposite from who I am.

Thank you.

I've been using 7sage for a while now - just over a third of the way through the LR portion of the study tool - and I feel like no matter what I am guessing on every question. I feel like the questions I get right I don't fully understand why besides a lucky guess, and the ones I get wrong are supposed to be really easy. Any tips on how to follow a proper formula when attacking questions? I feel like I'm about to guess my way through all my drills, practice tests, and any other questions.

Hello everyone! To keep this super short, I am taking the August LSAT and am wanting to find a tutor to help me get the best score I can.

I have previously taken the LSAT in April (163) and June (167). For those tests, I have been exclusively using 7sage for preparation. I do like 7sage and will continue to use it, but I feel like a tutor would just put me over the edge. My ideal score in August is 170+. I feel like this is really attainable with a few adjustments. This will be the last time I take the LSAT, no matter my score, so hoping to go out with a bang here.

My ideal tutor would be skilled at verbal explanations, being able to walk me through the steps of a question. I am a big fan of learning through dialogue as opposed to lecture, as it gives more of a chance to engage with the material. I am hoping for a tutor to offer 4-6 online sessions.

I would appreciate any tutor recs, as well as any advice generally. Thanks for your time!!

please

I’m just going to say this because I see it a lot in here, and I think some people need to hear it.

When someone asks if it’s realistic to jump 10+ or 15+ points in a month, the answer is not automatically no. Like yeah, obviously it’s not easy. Nobody is saying you can just wake up, do a few drills, and magically jump 15 points. But people act like because it didn’t happen for them, it can’t happen for anyone else. That’s not how this works. A jump like that depends on where you’re starting, what you’re doing wrong, how you’re reviewing, and whether you’re actually fixing your mistakes. Some people are not stuck because they’re incapable. They’re stuck because they don’t understand the question types yet, they’re rushing, they’re reviewing wrong, or they keep making the same mistakes without realizing it. Once that starts clicking, yes, a big jump can happen.

And another thing, getting below a 160 is not the end of the world. It is definitely not something to be ashamed of, regardless of how people on here try to make it seem. The LSAT is hard. It always has been. A score in the 150s does not mean you’re dumb, or that you don’t belong, or that law school is over for you. It means you got a score and now you figure out what comes next. People love posting 170s and 180s on here, and good for them, but that is not everybody’s path. Someone scoring in the 150s can still be working hard. Someone retaking can still be serious. Someone starting lower can still end up exactly where they need to be. This test is not easy, and nobody should be made to feel small for trying to improve. And honestly, some people online may not even be fully truthful about their score or their situation anyway. Some people want praise. Some people want validation. Some people give advice, but it’s really just them projecting their own limits onto you. So take what helps and leave what doesn’t. I had someone close to me tell me after my first score that I shouldn’t expect a big jump because they didn’t think I was capable of it. And I proved them wrong. But I didn’t do it for them, and that’s the part people need to remember. You cannot make this whole process about proving Reddit or anybody else wrong. Keep your eyes on why you’re doing this in the first place.

Your reason matters more than their opinion. Your starting point is yours. Your work ethic is yours. Your schedule is yours. Your weaknesses are yours. Your improvement is yours. Somebody else not being able to do something does not mean you can’t do it. Even LSAT Unplugged has talked about his own major score increase, and plenty of tutors and prep programs talk about students making big jumps. So why is it suddenly fake or impossible when a regular person says they want to do the same thing? I had a 10+ point increase. I did not get a score hold. I’m not saying score holds don’t happen, but people talk about them like they are guaranteed if your score goes up too much, and that is just not true. So is a 10+ or 15+ point jump in a month realistic? For some people, yes. For others, maybe not. But nobody on Reddit can decide that for you without knowing what you’re doing, how you’re studying, what you’re fixing, and how much work you’re actually putting in and even then they are still processing it to their potential not yours.

Take advice, but don’t let someone else’s doubt become your ceiling. Reddit can give perspective. Reddit does not get to decide what you are capable of.

I’ve read online discussions suggesting the actual tests being administered right now are more challenging than the practice materials we have access to.

Can anyone provide a bit more context on what this entails? I’m yet to take my first official attempt and I’m searching for clarity in preparation.

Im consistently PTing in the high 170s but my target school median LSAT is 162

Hi all, I'm at the beginning of my LSAT journey. Diagnostic was a 148 and I'm registered for October. I have the PowerScore Bibles, The Loophole, and I'm currently reading the LSAT Trainer. I also have a Demon. My question: should I finish the books before I start drilling, drill first and use the books as reference, or do both at the same time? I don't want to spend two months just reading, but I also don't want to drill bad habits before I've learned proper methods. Would learning through doing be the best course of action? I just want to maximize my time in the best way possible. Any advice from people who started around my score would be really appreciated!