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==The scenario==

When you are in class (or the boardroom for that matter), you are trying to take notes (close up) and you need to see the board during the lecture (distance). The conclusion people arrive at is that in order to apply the EndMyopia method one must switch between [Differentials] and [Normalized] many times. Naturally the idea is unappealing. Not only will you attract unwanted attention, your productivity will suffer from the distraction, and you will likely end up with a headache and/or a pair of unhappy eyes from the frequent changing.

When you are in class (or the boardroom for that matter), you are trying to take notes (close up) and you need to see the board during the lecture (distance). The conclusion people arrive at is that in order to apply the EndMyopia method one must switch between [[Differentials]] and [[Normalized]] many times. Naturally the idea is unappealing. Not only will you attract unwanted attention, your productivity will suffer from the distraction, and you will likely end up with a headache and/or a pair of unhappy eyes from the frequent changing.

==What to do==

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Another option, depending on your diopter dependence, is to peek under your glasses when taking notes. If you follow the EM suggestion for larger frames then it might be helpful to have a smaller frame specifically for classroom use.

*Please note: It is '''not''' in accordance with EM recommendations to use bifocal or multifocal lenses.

==Take heed==

If you start extending this exception beyond the obligation of the classroom (boardroom) you will likely find it hinders your progress.

It is of course important to switch to Differentials to study and for all of your extended close up, and avoid extra close up beyond what is required. As long as you mind this and you are good about getting distance vision to balance out your close work, there is no reason you will not progress just as well as anyone else.

It is of course important to switch to Differentials (or glasses off if that applies to you) to study and for all of your extended close up, and avoid extra close up beyond what is required. As long as you mind this and you are good about getting distance vision to balance out your close work, there is no reason you will not progress just as well as anyone else.

*Please note: It is '''NOT''' in accordance with EM recommendations to use bifocal or multifocal lenses. However if you feel strongly this might be something to explore, [https://endmyopia.org/progressive-lenses-vs-bifocal-lenses/?fbclid=IwAR0XNDlwubSOvzwhZs0nL2ALgrCqevQJYz0OlNvUgZWHu6_xbBkfzV7qbQY here is what Jake has to say.]

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 ==The scenario==
-When you are in class (or the boardroom for that matter), you are trying to take notes (close up) and you need to see the board during the lecture (distance). The conclusion people arrive at is that in order to apply the EndMyopia method one must switch between [Differentials] and [Normalized] many times. Naturally the idea is unappealing. Not only will you attract unwanted attention, your productivity will suffer from the distraction, and you will likely end up with a headache and/or a pair of unhappy eyes from the frequent changing.
+When you are in class (or the boardroom for that matter), you are trying to take notes (close up) and you need to see the board during the lecture (distance). The conclusion people arrive at is that in order to apply the EndMyopia method one must switch between [[Differentials]] and [[Normalized]] many times. Naturally the idea is unappealing. Not only will you attract unwanted attention, your productivity will suffer from the distraction, and you will likely end up with a headache and/or a pair of unhappy eyes from the frequent changing.
 ==What to do==
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 Another option, depending on your diopter dependence, is to peek under your glasses when taking notes. If you follow the EM suggestion for larger frames then it might be helpful to have a smaller frame specifically for classroom use.
-*Please note: It is '''not''' in accordance with EM recommendations to use bifocal or multifocal lenses.
 ==Take heed==
 If you start extending this exception beyond the obligation of the classroom (boardroom) you will likely find it hinders your progress.
-It is of course important to switch to Differentials to study and for all of your extended close up, and avoid extra close up beyond what is required. As long as you mind this and you are good about getting distance vision to balance out your close work, there is no reason you will not progress just as well as anyone else.
+It is of course important to switch to Differentials (or glasses off if that applies to you) to study and for all of your extended close up, and avoid extra close up beyond what is required. As long as you mind this and you are good about getting distance vision to balance out your close work, there is no reason you will not progress just as well as anyone else.
+*Please note: It is '''NOT''' in accordance with EM recommendations to use bifocal or multifocal lenses. However if you feel strongly this might be something to explore, [https://endmyopia.org/progressive-lenses-vs-bifocal-lenses/?fbclid=IwAR0XNDlwubSOvzwhZs0nL2ALgrCqevQJYz0OlNvUgZWHu6_xbBkfzV7qbQY here is what Jake has to say.]