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LJ wonders if outside knowledge is hurting their LSAT performance. Ben and Nathan explain that such knowledge can aid comprehension, but must never override the logic of the passage or question. Read more on our website .  Email daily@lsatdemon.com with questions or comments. Watch this episode on YouTube!

Nathan and Josh warn Grace that canceling is almost never worth it. Law schools only care about your highest score, and multiple cancels look worse than lower scores. Read more on our website .  Email daily@lsatdemon.com with questions or comments. Watch this episode on YouTube!

Don’t rush law school. Val should wait to apply until after hitting her goal LSAT score on timed practice tests—no matter the year—and plan to take the test multiple times for the best results. Read more on our website .  Email daily@lsatdemon.com with questions or comments. Watch this episode on YouTube!

Austin asks whether to choose a local school or a higher-ranked one farther away. Nathan and Josh say most law schools are regional, rankings beyond the top 14 don’t matter much, and paying anything close to full price is a terrible deal regardless of location. Read more on our website .  Email daily@lsatdemon.com with questions or comments. Watch this episode on YouTube!

It’s fine if your reasoning differs from the explanation—wrong answers can be wrong for multiple reasons. Just make sure your logic holds up, especially with written explanations, and use the Ask Button to clarify and keep learning. Read more on our website .  Email daily@lsatdemon.com with questions or comments. Watch this episode on YouTube!

Tasha doesn’t need new accomplishments to reapply—she just needs a higher LSAT score and a refreshed essay focused on her experience. Read more on our website .  Email daily@lsatdemon.com with questions or comments. Watch this episode on YouTube!

A listener asks if being eligible for the GI Bill might reduce his merit aid. Ben and Nathan say it’s possible schools assume GI benefits mean guaranteed payment, but it shouldn’t stop him from getting great offers if he applies broadly with a strong LSAT.  Read more on our website .  Email daily@lsatdemon.com with questions or comments. Watch this episode on YouTube!

Darren started with a 152 and ended with a 174 after a year of steady, focused LSAT prep. When he prioritized honest review in lieu of gimmicks or shortcuts, he found his confidence skyrocket. Read more on our website .  Email daily@lsatdemon.com with questions or comments. Watch this episode on YouTube!

Joshua worries about running out of questions before reaching 170+, but Ben and Nathan explain that real progress comes from meaningful review, not volume. With proper review and LSAT Demon’s ever-expanding library, running out isn’t a real concern. Read more on our website .  Email daily@lsatdemon.com with questions or comments. Watch this episode on YouTube!

Ovidia struggles to meaningfully review RC. Nathan and Josh explain it usually comes down to poor passage comprehension. Slow down, read carefully, and make sure you understand the passage before ever looking at the questions. Read more on our website .  Email daily@lsatdemon.com with questions or comments. Watch this episode on YouTube!

Ben and Nathan advise against using gimmicks to gain an edge on the LSAT. The test consistently measures careful reading and argument understanding, so your preparation should focus on those skills. Read more on our website .  Email daily@lsatdemon.com with questions or comments. Watch this episode on YouTube!

Annika asks how to best use the LSAT’s ten-minute break. Josh and Nathan encourage her not to overthink it—eating, stretching, or meditating are all good options. Just be sure to follow the rules. Read more on our website .  Email daily@lsatdemon.com with questions or comments. Watch this episode on YouTube !

Sydney scored in the 170s but is now unsure about law school. Ben and Nathan reassure her that pausing isn’t failure—it’s smart. They suggest exploring careers, gaining work experience, and talking with lawyers. Law school can wait if it doesn’t feel right. Apply to work for the Demon Thinking LSAT Ep. 509 On Being a Happy, Healthy, and Ethical Member of an Unhappy, Unhealthy, and Unethical Profes...

​​Josh and Nathan advise June LSAT takers to keep studying and plan for August, regardless of how the June test felt. Treat every official test like another practice run and keep working toward your goal score.  Read more on our website .  Email daily@lsatdemon.com with questions or comments. Watch this episode on YouTube!

Jack, a former professional rugby player, shares how he went from a 141 to a 172 on the LSAT by embracing understanding over speed, committing to consistent study, and overcoming the mental hurdles of failure and self-doubt. Read more on our website .  Email daily@lsatdemon.com with questions or comments. Watch this episode on YouTube

If your LSAT score is stuck, you’re likely doing too much too fast. Slow down, focus on accuracy, and review every mistake carefully. Read more on our website .  Email daily@lsatdemon.com with questions or comments. Watch this episode on YouTube!

Preet asks about appealing for a sixth LSAT attempt. Nathan and Josh offer Preet some advice, but suggest that the main takeaway is to wait until your scores indicate you're ready before signing up.  Read more on our website .  Email daily@lsatdemon.com with questions or comments. Watch this episode on YouTube!

​​Caleb’s plan to take pass/fail classes senior year to protect a stellar GPA is smart—so long as LSAC excludes them from GPA calculation.  Read more on our website .  Email daily@lsatdemon.com with questions or comments. Watch this episode on YouTube!

Writing too strong of “Why X” essay can hurt your scholarship chances if it reveals desperation or lack of alternative options. Law schools use every data point, including your essays, to determine the lowest amount they can offer while still securing your enrollment. Applicants should show sincere interest without signaling they’re locked in—negotiate like someone with choices. Read more on our w...

Josh and Nathan advise Angelice to begin with one focused, high-quality hour each day. That hour should incorporate a mix of drilling, timed sections, and thoroughly reviewing mistakes. Build on that foundation, but never trade consistent questions for any other form of study.  One Hour LSAT: https://lsatdemon.com/resources/lsat-tips-and-strategies/one-hour-lsat Your Ultimate LSAT Study Plan: http...

The LSAT includes one unscored experimental section that tests future questions—but you can’t identify it, so don’t try. Just do your best on all sections. Trying to game the test by guessing the unscored section can backfire. Focus on accuracy, not speculation. Read more on our website .  Email daily@lsatdemon.com with questions or comments. Watch this episode on YouTube!

Haley is crushing the first 15–17 questions of each LR section but stumbles after that, likely due to subtle rushing and a mistaken focus on doing just a few more. Nathan and Josh explain that accuracy, not speed, should always be the goal. Instead of pushing to reach later questions, Haley should slow down and focus on solving each one correctly. Read more on our website .  Email daily@lsatdemon....

Ben and Nathan encourage Carolyn to keep exploring law with eyes wide open. They admire excellent legal writing and intense work ethic but warn that most legal practice is detail-heavy, isolating, and often unfulfilling. Read more on our website .  Email daily@lsatdemon.com with questions or comments. Watch this episode on YouTube!

Applying early means applying in September with your best LSAT score already on record—rushing the process risks worse scores, weaker offers, and unnecessary debt. Read more on our website .  Email daily@lsatdemon.com with questions or comments. Watch this episode on YouTube !

Nathan and Josh praise Susan’s shift from frequent practice tests to timed sections, emphasizing that mastering one question at a time and reviewing immediately leads to deeper learning and better results. Read more on our website .  Email daily@lsatdemon.com with questions or comments. Watch this episode on YouTube!