How to stay motivated with online classes
Start writing a post

How to stay motivated with online classes

ASU went online for the rest of the semester and I sit there wondering where to find the motivation to actually pay attention to the online classes and get my work done the same way I used to when I had in person classes.

Autriya Maneshni
Mar 23, 2020
Arizona State University
19
How to stay motivated with online classes
Pexels

The virus is inevitable but the lack of motivation is a setback.

I was sitting there staring at my computer screen, seeing all my classmates, and thinking to myself "This sucks."

It does suck and not only am I losing my education but I am also losing the second half of my freshman year. I didn't think that my freshman year would end like this and thinking about all the things that I could have done but won't get the chance to do so truly hurts.

So here is what I've thought about:

I need to gain back my motivation and because we are all in the same boat, I have compiled a list of things that I am doing that are helping my motivation come back on track.

1. Making to-do lists

This is the best way to stay motivated. If you make a to-do list you can cross things off and see the result of the work that you are doing. Making to-do lists helps me stay on top of things but also makes me feel good when I see I've gotten everything done that I needed to do.

2. Copy new dates in your calendar

Chances are that your teachers have given you new due dates and postponed some things. Copying down these new dates will keep them fresh in your mind and also help you stay on top of your tasks. Knowing the dates should actually bring the needed motivation.

3. Cook!

This might be an odd one but hear me out. Cooking is super fun and it can also help you take a break from regular school activities. It also helps you stay creative and do something that will trigger a different part of your brain to work. I think that cooking is a great way to relax and to also build up the skill for use later in life.

4. Make weekly playlists.

This is something that I've been trying to do and I find highly beneficial. I think that music lifts the mood in ways that we didn't know we need sometimes. Making a weekly playlist not only helps your creative juices flow, but it also allows you to stay motivated and pick songs that you know will get you out of bed and do that long awaited homework.

5. Reward yourself. 

After you do some homework, reward yourself. Give yourself two episodes of a show you like to watch or even take your pets on a walk if you are tired of laying around the house all day.

I know that's very minimal but this helps me stay motivated. I know this situation is not at all ideal and it can bring more negative thoughts than happy ones. What you should focus on right now is the good that this situation is bringing. These five things could help you see the world a little brighter and give you back the motivation you were missing out on.

From Your Site Articles
Report this Content
This article has not been reviewed by Odyssey HQ and solely reflects the ideas and opinions of the creator.
Student Life

19 Lessons I'll Never Forget from Growing Up In a Small Town

There have been many lessons learned.

Siena College
11834
houses under green sky
Photo by Alev Takil on Unsplash

Small towns certainly have their pros and cons. Many people who grow up in small towns find themselves counting the days until they get to escape their roots and plant new ones in bigger, "better" places. And that's fine. I'd be lying if I said I hadn't thought those same thoughts before too. We all have, but they say it's important to remember where you came from. When I think about where I come from, I can't help having an overwhelming feeling of gratitude for my roots. Being from a small town has taught me so many important lessons that I will carry with me for the rest of my life.

Keep Reading...Show less
small towns
Relationships

Grateful Beyond Words: A Letter to My Inspiration

I have never been so thankful to know you.

University of New Haven
288263
​a woman sitting at a table having a coffee
nappy.co

I can't say "thank you" enough to express how grateful I am for you coming into my life. You have made such a huge impact on my life. I would not be the person I am today without you and I know that you will keep inspiring me to become an even better version of myself.

Keep Reading...Show less
Student Life

Waitlisted for a College Class? Here's What to Do!

Dealing with the inevitable realities of college life.

Smith College
87379
college students waiting in a long line in the hallway
StableDiffusion

Course registration at college can be a big hassle and is almost never talked about. Classes you want to take fill up before you get a chance to register. You might change your mind about a class you want to take and must struggle to find another class to fit in the same time period. You also have to make sure no classes clash by time. Like I said, it's a big hassle.

This semester, I was waitlisted for two classes. Most people in this situation, especially first years, freak out because they don't know what to do. Here is what you should do when this happens.

Keep Reading...Show less
waitlisted
Swoon

Navigating the Talking Stage: 21 Essential Questions to Ask for Connection

It's mandatory to have these conversations.

National Writers Society
149947
a man and a woman sitting on the beach in front of the sunset

Whether you met your new love interest online, through mutual friends, or another way entirely, you'll definitely want to know what you're getting into. I mean, really, what's the point in entering a relationship with someone if you don't know whether or not you're compatible on a very basic level?

Consider these 21 questions to ask in the talking stage when getting to know that new guy or girl you just started talking to:

Keep Reading...Show less
single life
Lifestyle

Challah vs. Easter Bread: A Delicious Dilemma

Is there really such a difference in Challah bread or Easter Bread?

Marist College
53605
loaves of challah and easter bread stacked up aside each other, an abundance of food in baskets
StableDiffusion

Ever since I could remember, it was a treat to receive Easter Bread made by my grandmother. We would only have it once a year and the wait was excruciating. Now that my grandmother has gotten older, she has stopped baking a lot of her recipes that require a lot of hand usage--her traditional Italian baking means no machines. So for the past few years, I have missed enjoying my Easter Bread.

Keep Reading...Show less

Trending Topics

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Facebook Comments