If you're thinking about attending law school, the Law School Admission Test (LSAT) will likely consume your life for several months. Passing the LSAT can be challenging, but, fortunately, there are thousands of people who know what you're dealing with and can help.

The LSAT Reddit forum has 126,000 members, many of whom are happy to provide advice, support, affirmation and more.

Here are some of the best LSAT Reddit posts and how they can help you achieve your goals of getting into law school and working in law.

1. Approach Your Studying Strategically

There are many strategies you can use to study for the LSAT, and while there's no best approach for everyone, there are methods that will work best for you.

In one post, user snorklecake shared advice for LSAT beginners and veterans alike. Thoughts include which test preparation services to use (and which to avoid) and how to approach different sections of the exam.

That said, it's important to avoid taking something someone else posts on Reddit as gospel. Snorklecake prefaces their post by saying they're not an expert. However, researching posts like this one can help you create a foundation for how you want to approach your studying for the exam.

You'll also likely find multiple posts with similar and different advice. Again, the important thing is that you do your due diligence, take what works for you and leave the rest.

2. Remember What You're Being Tested For

The LSAT doesn't technically have anything to do with the study of law. But based on a post from user PepperAnnPearson, that's not the point.

The user attended a presentation given by an LSAT test writer, who shared that the whole idea of the LSAT is to determine if students have the critical thinking and reasoning skills to succeed in law school and beyond.

“It has nothing to do with law school in that it doesn't test legal knowledge, but the type of skills required when reading cases, coming up [with] arguments, interpreting decisions and statutes, etc,” they wrote.

That can seem frustrating, but it'll ultimately better prepare you for law school and a career in the legal field than if it were testing your legal knowledge.

You'll also find other tips in that post on how to navigate your studies for different sections of the exam.

3. Focus on Your Physical and Mental Health

Studying for the LSAT can be a grueling process, so it's crucial to come at it with a balanced approach. In one post, user so-sauce offers a comprehensive guide on how they improved their score, and one section is dedicated to wellness.

In it, they shared that they ate only salads in the week leading up to the exam, saying that healthy food makes them feel less sluggish mentally.

They also shared that they do yoga and meditate so that they can practice mindfulness. They wrote, “I know of some people for whom meditating was this life-changing experience. For me, the benefits were a lot smaller, but definitely existent.”

Finally, they shared the importance of taking breaks. In addition to taking meaningful breaks throughout the day to do other activities, so-sauce recommended taking long breaks from studying. Specifically, they said the biggest jump in their score came after they stopped studying for more than a month. 

Of course, it's important to find the approach that works best for you. But the key is that focusing on studying and only studying can lead to burnout, which can make it more difficult to achieve the score you want. Look for opportunities to prioritize your physical and mental health so that you can be better prepared.

4. Don't Get Discouraged

There's a reason you're allowed to take the exam up to seven times. The LSAT can be challenging in different ways for different people, but if you truly want to work in the legal field, don't give up, even if you struggle the first time or two that you take the exam.

In one post, a user shared their experience of going from a score of 146 to a score of 167. They wrote, “If you're stuck in the 140s and 150s right now, please, DO NOT SETTLE. Aim for a score in the 160s, at least. It'll be the difference between going to a Tier 3 school at sticker price, and going to a Tier 2 or 1 school on a good scholarship.”

The author also mentioned how important it is to take advantage of LSAT Reddit, Google and other resources to get help with specific roadblocks, saying that people who have scored 170 or higher on the test are more than happy to answer questions. 

Whatever you do, don't give up on your dreams. If you need to take a break, take a break. But get back to it and work to improve your score.

5. Get a Support System

Many of the top posts of all time in the LSAT subreddit talk about girlfriends and boyfriends, family members, and friends who supported users throughout the studying and exam process.

The LSAT can feel lonely, especially if you don't personally know anyone who has taken it or is currently taking it. But having people in your corner to support you can help you stay motivated to study and to excel in the process.

The Bottom Line

Studying for the LSAT can feel daunting, especially if you're new to the process. The LSAT Reddit forum not only gives you access to resources that can help you succeed but also provides you with a community of like-minded people who can help you feel like you're not alone.

Take advantage of the forum to learn and share your own experiences with others.

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