Is it okay to prioritize problem-solving over theory when studying physics or math?
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Is it okay to prioritize problem-solving over theory when studying physics or math? - sh.itjust.works
I have a unique way of studying that seems to work well for me, but I’m curious
if it’s a good long-term strategy. Whenever I start a new topic in physics or
math, instead of diving into the theory or derivations, I first skim through a
variety of solved problems to get a sense of the types of questions typically
asked. I take notes on the key concepts and methods I encounter, focusing on
recognizing patterns across different problems. Once I’ve built a mental “map”
of the topic through problem-solving, I attempt unsolved problems using my notes
and keep adding new observations as I go. By the end, I feel confident about
most question types and can solve them quickly. After that, I might revisit the
theory with a sense of curiosity, wanting to understand the “why” behind the
formulas and patterns I’ve observed. This approach has helped me become faster
at solving problems compared to my peers. However, I sometimes worry that I
might miss out on deeper conceptual understanding, especially for rare,
extremely challenging problems. The reason I lean toward this method is that I
tend to forget theoretical details over time, but problem-solving strategies
stick with me much longer. It feels like I develop an intuitive “second brain”
for tackling problems. So, is this a valid way to study? Or should I switch to
the more conventional approach of learning theory first and then solving
problems?
One more try maybe? - sh.itjust.works
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AlTA for messaging a girl I like and wishing her luck for her exams?
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AlTA for messaging a girl I like and wishing her luck for her exams? - sh.itjust.works
I (22M) have been chatting with a girl (22F) with whom I’ve shared some quality
time in the past. Recently, she wished me on my birthday, so just out of
courtesy, I asked her how she was doing. At one point, she mentioned that she’s
busy with her exams—she’s doing her master’s. She usually replies within a few
hours, but this time, things felt a bit different. Over the past few days, we’ve
only exchanged 3-4 messages a day, which I find kinda annoying because I feel
like it doesn’t take much time to reply back. Anyway, I wanted to show some
support and let her know I care about her and what’s going on in her life, so I
wished her luck for her remaining exams (“Anyway, best of luck for the rest of
ur exams ✨”) while keeping the tone friendly and positive. But she saw my
message and didn’t respond. Now I’m worried I might’ve said something wrong or
overstepped. I used ‘Anyway’ in my text because I was frustrated that she was
taking more time than usual to reply, and honestly, it pissed me off a little.
So I just wanted to end it politely. Did I come off as annoying? Or is it
possible she’s just busy and didn’t have time to reply? I’m feeling a bit
insecure and want to know if I handled this poorly.
