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.
