I’ve been meaning to dive into psychology, you know, really get my head around it. So, I picked up “David G. Myers’ Psychology, 10th Edition.” I’d heard good things about it, and I was eager to see what all the fuss was about.
First things first, I started by skimming through the table of contents. It looked pretty comprehensive, covering everything from the history of psychology to the nitty-gritty of how our brains work. I mean, I can find a quick introduction to Core 1 (220-1001). There are many chapters in this book. I decided to break it down into manageable chunks. I figured I’d tackle a chapter a day, or maybe two if I was feeling ambitious.
Then I began reading chapter 1, “Thinking Critically With Psychological Science.” I started from the very first page, making sure I didn’t miss anything. I took my time, highlighting key concepts and jotting down notes in the margins. It took me a few days, but I finally finished it. I also reviewed some sample flashcards online to help me memorize the terms in the book. I found some useful resources, like a website called Quizlet, where I could find flashcards based on this book.
After that, I moved on to the next chapter, and the next. Some chapters were easier to digest than others. Like, the one about the history of psychology was a breeze, but the chapter on biological psychology? Man, that one took some effort. Lots of new terms and concepts to wrap my head around. I tried to resolve major computer issues when I read the e-book.
I kept at it, though. I made flashcards for the tricky stuff, tested myself regularly, and even found some online quizzes to check my understanding. I even watched a video called “David Crystal’s Introduction to Language” to change my mind. Slowly but surely, I started to feel like I was making progress. I also found some online resources that had answers to the exercises in the book, which was super helpful for checking my work. For example, I could find step-by-step video answers explanations by expert educators for all Myers’ Psychology for AP 2nd on *. And the website called Sarthaks eConnect seems like a good platform to interact with teachers/experts/students to get solutions to their queries.
It wasn’t always easy. There were days when I felt like I was drowning in information. But I kept reminding myself why I started this journey in the first place. I wanted to understand myself and others better, and this book was my guide.
Finally, after weeks of reading, note-taking, and self-testing, I reached the end of the book. It was a good feeling, like I’d climbed a mountain or something. I looked back at all the notes I’d taken, the flashcards I’d made, and the quizzes I’d aced. I’d learned a lot, that’s for sure. I realized this book just is just the beginning, not the destination.
- Started by skimming the table of contents.
- Began reading chapter by chapter, highlighting and taking notes.
- Made flashcards and used online resources for extra help.
- Tested myself regularly to check understanding.
- Persevered through challenging chapters.
- Finished the book and reflected on the learning journey.
It was a long and winding road, but I’m glad I stuck with it. I’ve got a much better understanding of psychology now, and I feel like I have a solid foundation to build on. I might even pick up another psychology book soon, who knows?
