1. Set Goals For Yourself And Remember to Celebrate Your Achievements: One of the best ways to stay inspired as a student is to set goals for yourself. It could be getting a certain grade on an in-course, or simply staying gingered to study every day. You see, when you set goals, it gives you a sense of purpose and accomplishment, and celebrating your achievements is essential for maintaining that motivation.
2. Surround Yourself With Positive People Who Support And Encourage You: It’s important to have a strong support system when you’re a student, whether it’s your healthy group of friends, senior colleagues in your department or beyond, family, or even lecturers. Just so you know, positive people can make a big difference in your motivation and outlook as a student.
3. Read Books And Articles That Inspire You: Reading can be a great way to stay inspired as a student and even as as person generally. It can also be a form of relaxation and escape from the stress of studying.
4. Take Breaks to Recharge Your Mind And Body: I definitely can’t skip this…. Breaks are crucial for maintaining focus. Taking your time to relax and recharge at the appropriate time can help you come back to your studies and resume lectures with a fresh perspective. This can be as simple as snacking on something, taking a nap before the next lecture resumes or taking a walk with your friend
5. Don’t Compare Yourself to Others, Focus on Your Own Journey: Comparing yourself to others is a sure-fire way to kill your motivation. It’s not helpful to compare yourself to others especially when it’s a fact that everyone’s different. Don’t be too hard on yourself. Instead, focus on your own goals and progress, and celebrate your unique achievements like I mentioned earlier.
6. Remember Why You’re Doing What You’re Doing, And Stay Focused on Your Goals: This happens to most of us most times. Sometimes when we study, we tend to lose sight of the bigger picture…it’s easier for us. But it’s really important to remind yourself why you’re studying what you’re studying and what you hope to achieve. When you remember your purpose, it can be a great source of inspiration when you’re feeling discouraged or unmotivated.
7. And Finally, Remember to Enjoy The Journey, Not Just The Destination: You know, this might be the most important point of all. While it’s important to work hard and stay focused, don’t forget to enjoy the process of learning and growing. Like they say, “as you’re passing through school, do not forget to let the school pass through you”. Learn to take time to appreciate the journey, even if it’s challenging at times.And remember, it’s not about always feeling motivated. You got that right, just do the best you can, and take it one day at a time. Progress over perfection.
Abiodun Faith Oyebanjo.