I always tell my students to read atleast one page a day... because, I know too very well that it's impossible to read only one page. The moment you complete one page, you feel the desire to read one more page and the process goes on. Well, frankly, it's always better to plan your studies spread over one month. Understanding the concept and deeper understanding of the topic is essential rather than cramming it and trying to memorize it verbatim. If you try to memorize everything without understanding, it's a huge stress generating exercise. Try to entertain yourself while reading...eg listen to your favourite song after completing a difficult chapter or present yourself a Cadbury after writing down all the important points. Easier way to learn is reading a PPT or understanding a diagram or a table connected to the concerned topic. And yes, if you want to memorize it for a lifetime, simplest thing is to teach someone... your junior or your classmate, the things you've learned already... Col Pradeep Pendyala, Professor of Anaesthesiology at ASRAM Medical College
