How to stay focused and motivated at school or work

Hello!

My school begins in more or less a week  and I slowly start to prepare for that. I have a lot of work to do, but I know it'll help me in the long run. I've been using these last days of my holiday to do everything I won't have time for during the school year.

Today I want to share something that can be useful for people in many different situations. Basically, the way I keep myself focused, especially in the lowest points while everything seems so hard and time-consuming.

 Tidy up your room&closet

The first and the most obvious thing. It's easier to focus on things when your room is clean. Also, if your closet isn't messy, you will spend less time on choosing your outfit and poking around clothes. I know that minimalism is really popular nowadays, however, it's hard for me to throw my things out. Instead, I segregate my clothes into sections, and I dispose of the items I wear rarely.

 

 Prepare your workspace

Clean workspace with a good lighting can help you a lot. When I study I prefer to have only the most important things on my desk. Prepare necessary books, a glass of water and writing implements and then, start working.

 

Set your goals

Making a list of goals is very helpful. Your aim doesn't have to be that hard to achieve, even going to bed early can be a target. If you write it down, it will be easier for you to commit to that thing.

The best way you can do it is to write your goal on the one side and why you want to achieve it on the other. 

Make a priority list

 You probably won't have time for everything while you go to school or work and there's no point in stressing out about it. A plan doesn't always go as we want it to, so you should have a few things that are the most important to you. I personally try to focus on my priorities and when I have enough time for different things, I do them as well.

 

Find a study technique that works for you

What can help you with memorizing more is to do it for a shorter period of time, but more frequently. We remember  most of the things (e.g. vocabulary or facts) from the beginning and the last part of something. What I like to do is study for roughly 30 minutes, then take a break, and repeat the process. Maybe your brain works better in the morning, or oppositely, in the evening. Even a place where you learn can help you with studying. That's why I try to learn only at my desk.

Get motivated 

 How can you get a motivation to do something that may seem hard? For example, by recalling your goals or your effort is worth it. 

You can also get inspired by people around you, or different portals, like for example Pinterest or WeHeartIt.

Take a break 

At first, find at least a little time only for yourself. You can read a book, watch your favorite serial or go for a walk. It will clear your mind and things will probably get easier. You might not know how important taking a proper rest is. I know how busy and rushed you can be, but actually, during the most stressful periods of your life, rest is what helps you the most. 

 

Photos: Pinterest

 

That's all I have for today. Thank you for reading and have a nice day.