I failed 3 times, i lost money to reviews that never helped but the major thing is that I've not lost hope
@EddieEddie-zk8xf3 ай бұрын
i'm sorry for your plight my friend but i was once in your shoes before i was recommended to Mr Thomas and thats how i passed LSAT
@naomimoore41053 ай бұрын
I had interest in working with him but I was discouraged by my friends out of ignorance 😔
@BenBen-mq3pq3 ай бұрын
I have a cousin who never studied much,we studied together but she gives most of her time to her phone than studies after writing the LSAT she passed and I failed😣, I asked her how she did it, just found out she got her help from Mr Thomas ..
@EddieEddie-zk8xf3 ай бұрын
Sometimes hard work doesn’t pay you have to back it up with smartness🤓, I think your cousin understood that perfectly
@SarahSarah-gb6dv3 ай бұрын
Please does anyone know who this Mr Thomas is? I really need to speak with him I’m frustrated
@aaliyahgillmsw11923 жыл бұрын
"You're not gonna go out and run a 5K when all you've been doing is running a half a mile" THIS!!! THIS WAS IT!!! Tip #5 was extremely necessary to hear. Also, your closing tip is something that I have to keep reminding myself every day. Thank you.
@RectoidableM3 жыл бұрын
Yay I'm so glad it was helpful! Thank you for watching😊
@sethmgriffin4 жыл бұрын
I’ve seen multiple videos like these and this is, by far, the most succinct and informative. I initially took the LSAT in 2003 and did horribly. Life happened and, now at the age of 38 and largely due to the death of my younger brother, I’m chasing down my dream I’ve had since my sophomore year in college back in ‘02. Also, what was your score and where are you applying?
@100mmatte3 жыл бұрын
Very sorry to hear that, but it’s great that ur chasing your dream! Which law school do you plan on attending?
@advocatehabiba3 жыл бұрын
Condolences to you for the death of your brother. It is great to hear, however, that you are going after your dream in this way. i am also on this journey at 40. I am hoping to take the test in April. Fingers crossed. Have you taken it since your posted your comment?
@memyself4431 Жыл бұрын
Did you make it through?
@jacksondrake81784 жыл бұрын
I've been using the khan academy LSAT for studying and so far it's been pretty good, but I'm definitely going to get some of those books now too
@RectoidableM4 жыл бұрын
Good luck studying!
@whatwillyoudiefor77744 жыл бұрын
Can’t wait for my bibles and practice tests to come in tomorrow!!! And great video by the way.
@RectoidableM4 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much 😊 Good luck studying!
@ebbitheeprude23454 жыл бұрын
Your tone and transparency motivated me to pick up my Powerscore books again. Consider me SUBSCRIBED! Thank you for all the wisdom and suggestions on moving forward.
@RectoidableM4 жыл бұрын
YES that makes me so happy to hear! If you ever have any questions or need more info feel free to reach out☺️thanks for watching!
@About_Argo4 жыл бұрын
To add to missing 10 and going to 8, two questions can be a lot of points. And on the lsat those points could save you thousands in money due to scholarships you could get from additional points you earned. 2 questions can be a lot. It’s a big victory.
@RectoidableM4 жыл бұрын
Yes exactly! 1 or 2 points can equal major scholarship increases down the line. Thanks for your comment😊
@soccerruben12 жыл бұрын
Hey! So I'm in the middle of studying the LSAT but I like this video, really helpful. You just earned a sub, and good luck on your law school journey!
@Wolfstar26 Жыл бұрын
thanks so much! i've started building my study planner around powerscore's 6 month plan, i'm really glad to hear it's a good source.
@jukeyqb74 жыл бұрын
Came across your video as I’m getting ready to take the LSAT Flex on Monday! Great tips, Book recommendations are some of the best, I’m even more surprised on the amount of people that actually use PowerScore! They actually have their own Podcast as well on Spotify. I’m currently a teacher, and one things that has worked for me very well, has been verbally explaining the passage, question stem, wrong and correct answers to someone that maybe unfamiliar with the LSAT.
@RectoidableM4 жыл бұрын
Yes, explaining things out loud is definitely helpful (I basically taught my mom how to do logic games because I explained them to her so many times lol). I didn’t know they had their own podcast as well, I bet it’s a great resource. Good luck on Monday, you’ll kill it!☺️
@shannon88724 жыл бұрын
Just saw you running in my neighborhood 🤗🤗🤗 Subscribed 👍🏻
@anthonywurst25483 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing 😀 great point about argument structure understanding 👍
@RectoidableM3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for watching ☺️☺️
@alejandrabautista405410 ай бұрын
Thank you! I found your video super helpful :) taking it next June
@deborahtheabsolutequeen15124 жыл бұрын
OMG! I love you love ❤️ That’s how I reacted (14 years ago and now lol 😂) when I read some of those LSAT questions with their wording - what?! 🙄
@RectoidableM4 жыл бұрын
They’re so purposefully confusing it’s frustrating!! Thanks for watching☺️
@literarysahar4 жыл бұрын
I am seriously enjoying your videos so much! Been looking for a pre law student and your vlogs have been so entertaining! I'm so excited to see you attend Washu in the fall. Good luck!!!
@RectoidableM4 жыл бұрын
I appreciate this comment so much, Sahar!😊 It means a lot to me. Thank you for watching!
@Stormfire984 жыл бұрын
Totally unrelated lmao but if you’ve ever read Percy Jackson, I swear you would the perfect Annabeth Chase lol!! 😂 Thanks for the vid, super helpful!!
@RectoidableM4 жыл бұрын
Hahahah I’m unfamiliar, but I did a quick google search so I guess I’ll take it as a compliment? lol 😂 Thanks for watching, glad the vid was useful!
@BedazzledBee4 жыл бұрын
I just took my diagnostic test and found out I have the brain of a walrus despite holding a 3.6 GPA with minimal effort. I scored a 129 based off of the 2007 doing realistic timing, I had no idea how difficult these questions were. I have a huge uphill battle but I am giving myself a year to study. I need a 160 for my target school and It is the only one that is near me lol, yikes. Thanks for your advice!!! I have been contemplating spending the $150 for the bibles but I think I need to!
@RectoidableM4 жыл бұрын
Hey girl! I definitely recommend the Bibles, they are so helpful! The best thing about the LSAT is it is a test that can be learned. I’ve seen people make large amounts of progress from their diagnostic just through self-studying and taking practice tests. By giving yourself a year to study, you have plenty of time to get the hang of it, so don’t be discouraged. It is a difficult test that requires a new type of thinking, so having a diagnostic score that is ‘lower’ does not mean you have the brain of a walrus (that did make me laugh though so thank you lol). Best of luck 💖
@Mimichuck05104 жыл бұрын
Bailey Hansen I did TERRIBLY on the diagnostic as well. But I grew 20% and continue to improve with practice. My strengths are reading comp, and logical reasoning. Logic games is a huge weakness for me. But I’ve been making huge strides. Practice, practice, practice is the key. I’m doing khan academy almost everyday and I’m loving it. I’m 33, a history teacher for several years, and finally taking the plunge. You’ve got this!
@BedazzledBee4 жыл бұрын
@@Mimichuck0510 thank you for your confidence in me!! I am actually pretty good at the logic games, but i am terrible at the logical reasoning!!! Agh lol. Good luck to you ❤
@christopherdixon71534 жыл бұрын
Great video I just brought the PowerScore Bible
@RectoidableM4 жыл бұрын
I’m glad it was helpful! The PowerScore Bibles are amazing!
@2134knees3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the podcast recommendation
@FatimahsFiles4 жыл бұрын
Great content, thank you! 💕
@RectoidableM4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching 💖
@T.Tice904 жыл бұрын
Could you give more insight on the argument structure. Thanks for all the content, I’ve subscribed!!!
@RectoidableM4 жыл бұрын
Of course girl! Thanks for watching! You can tell a lot about the validity of an argument by its structure. It’s a pretty complicated concept, but I’ll try to give a simple example. So let’s take the following argument: - If x, then y (If it is raining, then the ground is wet). This is a valid argument. The contrapositive of this argument is- - If not y, then not x. (If the ground is not wet, then it is not raining). This is also a valid argument. So by understanding the structures of the arguments, you can know whether it is valid or not with just x’s and y’s, you don’t need all the fancy language and words used in the LSAT. Hope this response was somewhat helpful! If you need anymore clarification let me know!
@abysosa64083 жыл бұрын
Would you recommend relying soley on books for studying or paying for an online course to stay on track, such as the Princeton Review, hoping to take the LSAT in November! Loved the video!!
@RectoidableM3 жыл бұрын
I think it depends on your study habits! I'm pretty disciplined when it comes to studying so I was okay just using the books. However, if you have a hard time staying motivated/on track (which I think is common with the LSAT lol) then an online course may definitely be worth it!💚
@sabrinam72684 жыл бұрын
Hi Madison. I am a new subscriber. This really helped me, I am currently studying for the LSAT and I'm studying with LSAT Max. I also have the logical reasoning bible, and look at that and the podcast. Thank you so much for the good advice. Looking forward to more videos.
@RectoidableM4 жыл бұрын
Hi Sabrina, thanks so much for watching! You’re going to kill the LSAT😊
@randomvideos_6583 жыл бұрын
girl that WHAT after reading the question in the intro is me everyday lol
@RectoidableM3 жыл бұрын
HAHAHA the struggle is REAL!
@meaCULPAsjs8 ай бұрын
Hi Madison loved the video. I didn’t see the link to free LSAC practice tests in the description. Could repost that please?
@zknight44812 жыл бұрын
Logic games are my worst 🥴 thankfully I’m two years out from even taking the LSAT so I’ve got a lot of time to improve but man, I’d die for some tips for the logic games. It literally hurts my brain. All of the rest of the sections are easy to me but logic games feel like death bc there are a million possibilities and you’re trying to figure out which of the multiple choice options is one of the correct or incorrect options. Drives me insane because it takes me sooo long and then I just want to give up and pick a random answer because I’m lazy lmao
@arielrecalde15414 жыл бұрын
I am 5 days out from my test and the burnout is REAL. If I see one more practice test I might lose it 😂
@RectoidableM4 жыл бұрын
GIRL the burnout is the worst. But we both know you’re going to kill the test so try to relax a bit (even though it’s nearly impossible lol)
@masoomaseyal244 жыл бұрын
Hi! Thank you for this video. It was soo helpful!🤩 I was just wondering what you would suggest in terms of a power score bible books schedule? So would you suggest finishing the logic games book before starting the reading comprehension one? Or should I be reading from the logic games book on week 1 and then from reading comprehension on week 2? Just to mix it up? I’m trying to finish the 600 page logic games book before I start the next section one, but I feel like I’m spending way too much time on the games! What did you do? And what advice would you give for this?
@RectoidableM4 жыл бұрын
Hey girl! So I definitely didn’t do each book one at a time, because I would have gotten so burnt out while studying lol. I worked through about half of the logic games book first (because I had no prior knowledge of how logic games worked). After I felt like I had a good grasp on logic games, I started cycling through the books. I’d do logical reasoning one week and reading comp the next. After I started taking practice tests, I would look at the section I was struggling with most and go back to that book for the week. For example, logical reasoning was always the hardest section for me, so in the second half of my studying schedule, I was almost always using the logical reasoning book, and I barely touched the logic games one (because I wasn’t missing a lot of logic games questions on practice tests). Hope this was helpful!
@alisongrace73994 жыл бұрын
On the PowerScore website they have study schedules that set out what chapters you should read and when, and it’s all depending on how much time you have to study (i.e 3 month, 6 months, 12 months). I highly recommend those!
@desikuddi232 жыл бұрын
Hey Madison, I am retaking the Lsat this november and I was thinking of using the Powerscore bibles and workbooks together with LawHubs Prepplus, do you think that is a good combination for study tools? I have used other prepbooks before like Kaplan and Lsat Trainer but I have not gotten anything good out of them. Also do you think I require the latest 2020/2021 Powerscore Bibles trilogy or any older version will do? Thanks!
@memyself4431 Жыл бұрын
Update please
@nathanaelmeagher10982 жыл бұрын
Good Afternoon, I'm currently doing a JM and want to continue onto law school afterwards. I would've gone sooner but military obligations have led me down this path. Anyone I've talked to, to include my professors, have said the Kaplan and other such programs are essential. Do you think they're worth the money?
@musamustafa33903 жыл бұрын
After taking a practice test, even the subtitles on my tv screen are confusing and overwhelming
@RectoidableM3 жыл бұрын
omg this is so relatable lol😂
@yezi22313 жыл бұрын
I’m the 2540th follower hehe ☺️
@RectoidableM3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching and subscribing💖
@gamzalig78423 жыл бұрын
Madison, I want to study in law school, could you help with this?
@mayamclees70323 жыл бұрын
Do you think its okay to skip around when learning the material? For example, I haven't fully mastered logical reasoning but I'm thinking about starting reading comprehension and going back to logical reasoning later.
@RectoidableM3 жыл бұрын
I think that's okay! It may actually be helpful to give your brain a break and skip around a little bit. Whatever keeps you studying most efficiently and not getting burnt out is the best strategy in my opinion lol
@taishapacheco85703 жыл бұрын
Hi! :) Did you use the RC Bible when you were studying for the RC section?
@cockheadbiter4 жыл бұрын
Why did you do the LSAT three times? If you don't mind sharing, what were your scores? Appreciate the video, aiming to take the LSAT in February (I'm from Aus!).
@RectoidableM4 жыл бұрын
Looking back, I really only should have taken the LSAT twice. I took it a third time because I was close to breaking a threshold that would have meant a lot more scholarship money from the schools I was applying to. I don’t feel super comfortable stating exact numbers, but using these self study techniques I was able to raise my score 5 points in about a 3 month time span 😊 Good luck with your LSAT, let me know if you have any other questions!
@cockheadbiter4 жыл бұрын
@@RectoidableM Thanks heaps! I'm ordering some Powerscore Bibles soon!! I heard from some people that you have to study EVERY DAY.. this usually wouldn't be too much of a problem, however I will be studying over Nov-Feb which is summer time in Australia and likely to be going out every so often - is it okay to miss a day or two of studying? Or is it sufficient to commit to day-to-day routine without missing a day? Sorry to bombard you with questions..! Again, appreciate the vids, not many LSAT vids out there to help us pre-lsat takers out there!
@RectoidableM4 жыл бұрын
Taking a day or two off of studying every once in awhile is perfectly fine! If anything, giving your brain a break may help you to retain the information better😊 Also, studying every day could lead to you feeling burnt out and overwhelmed, so if a day or two off every now and then helps you keep your sanity, I don’t think it will hinder your progress at all! If you have any other questions feel free to let me know☺️
@zknight44812 жыл бұрын
So I’m studying for the LSAT two years before I’ll even need to take my *first* test. Should I be concerned about using out of date materials since even this years material is two years older than the test I’ll actually be taking?
@sandeephansdak17494 жыл бұрын
... and!...I do take a break!... between my Self-studies...by indulging in music, cooking for myself with vegan- foods,... drawing, thinking, reading, etc...So!...to say the- list(S)!...In the Sense!...umm!.. hmm-hmm-hmm-hmm!...(N. O.)!.... even though!...
@evansully68404 жыл бұрын
Hi Madison, what are your thoughts on the LSAT Trainer prep book by Mike Kim?
@RectoidableM4 жыл бұрын
Hey Evan! I never personally used that book, but I heard of a lot of people who opted for self-study that did and it helped them a lot (like 5-10 point increases!). The thing i’ve heard is that the LSAT Trainer is easier to understand in some senses than the PowerScore bibles, since the PowerScore books are so dense lol
@evansully68404 жыл бұрын
@@RectoidableM Thanks! I've thought about purchasing the LSAT Trainer because I think the price is reasonable. However, I'm also looking into purchasing the PowerScore Logic Games Bible. Is that book even more than the others?
@RectoidableM4 жыл бұрын
I think the price is similar to the other Bibles, ~25 depending on what version you get (you can get the 2020 version if you want it up to date, but I think the 2018 or 2019 version would be fine as well). I really think the Logic Games Bible is the most useful of the three, it taught me how to do logic games from the ground up!
@evansully68404 жыл бұрын
@@RectoidableM Awesome! Thanks again for your insight.
@derekdo65224 жыл бұрын
I have the 2017 versions of the bible. people tell me they are obsolete, do you think this is true? Any differences from your 2018 book to the 2020 test?
@RectoidableM4 жыл бұрын
So I have the Logic games bible in the 2018 version and the Logical reasoning bible in the 2020 version. I would say they’re both really good/thorough resources, and they aren’t much different except the 2020 version discusses aspects that apply to the digital LSAT, so it teaches you to be familiar with that format instead of the paper version. I definitely wouldn’t say the 2017 version is obsolete!
@derekdo65224 жыл бұрын
@@RectoidableM thank you very helpful !
@kirakunplays41624 жыл бұрын
I'm a junior in college, do you recommend starting to study for the Lsat at the end of my senior year?
@RectoidableM4 жыл бұрын
it depends whether you want to take time after college before going to law school, or go directly into law school. If you want to go directly to law school, I’d recommend to start studying the summer before your senior year to take the LSAT in the fall, or you can start studying the fall semester of your senior year to take the LSAT in winter/spring. Hope this was helpful ☺️
@sandeephansdak3143 жыл бұрын
....and!....I, I don't know!....What I want to become!....But, "Possibilities" are many!... nyet?!.....😃👓
@robertclithero14864 жыл бұрын
I'm currently studying drunk. I think it's working.
@RectoidableM4 жыл бұрын
lmaooo see if you still think that later 😂😭
@robertclithero14864 жыл бұрын
@@RectoidableM So yeah, it didn't work out so well lol
@andreacordova17634 жыл бұрын
How did you study with the Bible’s ? I got the Bible’s and I’ve been trying to read them all but it seems kind of impossible and exhausting
@RectoidableM4 жыл бұрын
So I read the logic games bible straight through, just because I was not familiar with logic games at all and I liked how the book gave step by step instructions for each type of game. I used the logical reasoning book as a supplement to my practice tests. I would take a practice test, see which question types I was missing, and then reference the chapter in the Bible as needed. The Bibles are really helpful, but you're right, they are exhausting. I hope this was helpful! Let me know if you have any other questions!
@andreacordova17634 жыл бұрын
How long did you study for the test , i was thinking of studying now and taking the one in April but i think that’s way too long
@RectoidableM4 жыл бұрын
I would recommend studying for about 6 months, so that you don’t get burnt out! So if you were wanting to take the April test, starting to study in October would be perfect!
@andreacordova17634 жыл бұрын
Madison Rector I’m kind of in between January and April just because I’m currently earning my masters degree
@RectoidableM4 жыл бұрын
That’s so awesome! Yes I would aim for about 6 months of studying. I think that’s enough time to adequately prepare and not get burnt out. I’m sure youll do really well!
@dominikbenz83494 жыл бұрын
great vidoe i enjoy youa re so pretty
@vietfattyxD4 жыл бұрын
HAAAA! Jokes on you! I'm equally bad at all three section :D -10 per section
@RectoidableM4 жыл бұрын
hahahaah at least you're consistent! (In all seriousness though you can do it! Best of luck 😊)
@vietfattyxD4 жыл бұрын
Madison Rector praying on random luck at this point. Taking the test on 8/31. Probably should have studied earlier
@jennifertodd41323 жыл бұрын
Do you know that the links takes you to Amazon in Spanish? LOL
@RectoidableM3 жыл бұрын
HAHAHAH NO I will fix them at some point😭😂 That’s so funny thank you for the heads up!
@jennifertodd41323 жыл бұрын
@@RectoidableM just ordered the books you recommended. 😊
@RectoidableM3 жыл бұрын
They’re great and so thorough!
@LynaPhung4 жыл бұрын
I’m not even taking the LSat. But Beautiful video!! New subbie here! Hope we can support each other🥰💕 let’s stay connected & grow together!!
@RectoidableM4 жыл бұрын
thank you so much! I’ll check out your channel😊
@juliasjd95134 жыл бұрын
love this! new subbie -- check out my channel for more law school content!