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7 CFA Motivational Techniques to Stay Sane While Studying

Matthew Buonopane

14 Feb 2026

Study Motivation

Seven ways to maintain CFA motivation to study: (1) Exercise 2+ hours/week (even just walking) to restore focus. (2) Study when job hunting feels overwhelming—it boosts confidence. (3) Schedule social time to prevent burnout. (4) Read market news for interview prep and study breaks. (5) Prepare for interviews early to reduce last-minute stress. (6) Take mental health days without guilt—get outside, don't Netflix binge. (7) Break job applications into small tasks (2-3 contacts at a time) to avoid overwhelm. Key ...