The last thing anyone wants to do is get out of bed and go to class when the temperature outside is below freezing (literally). This is especially true for people who do not like cold weather. Here are some ways to stay motivated during the spring semester when it feels colder than the North Pole:
1. Wear Layers
It might sound dumb, but the more clothes, scarves, and sweatshirts you wear, the warmer you are. Even if it means wearing a ski mask where only your eyes can be seen. In the end, it won't matter how stupid you might feel or look, all that matters is that you aren't cold. If you're warm, then walking to class in the winter won't feel like the end of the world.
2. Treat Yourself
It's amazing how this one little thing can make such a big difference. If you notice that you are constantly wanting to roll around and hit the snooze button, then you should reward yourself every single time you get out of bed. Whether it is a Starbucks run, Krispy Kreme Donuts, or Insomnia Cookies, do whatever you need to do in order to face the cold weather.
3. Pretend You Are Somewhere Warm
Whether it is the beach, the desert, or in a pool of lava, if you act like you are soaking up some rays, then you're likely to forget about the temperature outside. Between listening to Jimmy Buffett songs, blowing up beach balls, or getting a hot bath with your bathing suit on, you are bound to feel warm, even if it is only for a little while.
4. Don't Waste Time
I know, this is the last thing people want to be told, but it's true. Just think about it: The quicker you get you get up, go to class, and you get your work done, the quicker you can go home and get back in bed. It's so tempting to just lollygag, but that means less time to nap, right? The time you are being productive is worth the time you will be able to spend cuddled up in your warm bed.
5. Plan Your Weeks
Get a planner, a calendar, a notepad, or whatever, and write down what needs to be done on a day-by-day basis. When you have completed a task, mark it off, and watch your list get smaller as the days go on. Before you know it, Friday will be here, and you can sleep and watch Netflix all you want without worrying about the freezing temperature outside.
Spring Semester? More like Winter Semester. It really won't feel like Spring until maybe April when the semester is over. However, if you take these tips to heart, this weather is likely to be a lot more bearable, and time will go by much faster. Before you know it, summer will be here, school will be out, and you'll be getting endless amounts of sunshine.
