Seriously, how does anyone focus during these tests? Between my dog barking, my laptop freezing, and my brain going blank when the timer starts, I feel like I'm set up to fail. I tried studying with my notes open but still bombed my last exam. What's your secret? Are there certain study methods that work better for tests? Maybe specific tools or routines that help you stay calm and focused? i know it's not an easy job for students like me. I just need some real student advice no perfect students, just normal people who figured this out. What actually works when you're testing at home?