Fall Back, Move Forward, and Make the Most of the End of Daylight Saving Time
Tomorrow, we “fall back” and gain an extra hour as Daylight Saving Time ends. For many, it’s a rare chance to catch up on sleep or enjoy...
Tommy Sangchompuphen
Nov 2, 20242 min read
"Busy Days Call for Bacon" (and Bar Exam Boosts!)
Starbucks might just have it right with “Busy days call for bacon. Tasty choices when you need them most.” When you’re deep into bar...
Tommy Sangchompuphen
Nov 1, 20242 min read
A Lesson from Denny’s: Know When to Close the Books
We’ve all been there—feeling the pressure to study for hours on end, believing that more time automatically means more success. But this...
Tommy Sangchompuphen
Oct 22, 20243 min read
Hump Day Socks and Midweek Check-ins
Wednesdays— Hump Day —mark the halfway point of the week, and for law students, it’s the perfect time to take stock of your progress and...
Tommy Sangchompuphen
Oct 2, 20242 min read
A Look at the Pros and Cons for Drinking Coffee Every Day
September 29 is National Coffee Day!Law students and professionals alike often rely on coffee to power through long hours of study,...
Tommy Sangchompuphen
Sep 29, 20243 min read
Finding "Focused Joy" in Bar Prep: A Lesson from JJ Redick
You might know JJ Redick from his NBA playing days or his short stint as an analyst for ESPN, but now he's the first-year head coach of...
Tommy Sangchompuphen
Sep 26, 20242 min read
Restroom Breaks Done Right (With a Nod to Buc-ee's)
For those unfamiliar with Buc-ee’s , it’s not just any gas station—it’s a Texas-based chain of massive convenience stores and travel...
Tommy Sangchompuphen
Sep 17, 20244 min read
Applying Dr. Romie’s BrainSHIFT
Already feeling overwhelmed by law school or bar exam preparation? Do racing thoughts keep you awake at night? Does anxiety cloud your...
Tommy Sangchompuphen
Sep 4, 20243 min read
9 Minutes, 3 Times a Day, 7 Days a Week: Enhancing Your Study Routine the Dayton Way
As a teacher, I’m always exploring new ways to help my students enhance their study habits and succeed in law school and on the bar exam....
Tommy Sangchompuphen
Aug 27, 20245 min read
The Kobe Bryant Way to Give Yourself a Bar Exam Advantage
On Kobe Bryant Day, celebrated every August 24th, we honor the legacy of a basketball legend and the relentless pursuit of excellence he...
Tommy Sangchompuphen
Aug 24, 20243 min read