I have used a similar method in dog training with nervous dogs trying to learn something new, revisiting a previous lesson or finishing a lesson in progress. I sometimes go back to my high school years to remember what worked. For example, if I complete a task, I can reward myself by taking a break. The first Penn Foster book we received, Strategies for the Independent Learner, is my number one reference guide and contains a wealth of information on creating and maintaining a structured learning environment, learning styles learning and self-learning aids like skimming to name a few. . I need at least two cups of coffee a day to function properly, both mentally and physically. While having it, I do happy things like read and eventually respond to some of my emails. After I finally wake up, on days off I do some household chores, review past lessons to boost my confidence, or do a simple exercise to stimulate the mind, like playing “Hangman” on my Franklin.