motivation

At this point in the semester, it can be difficult to stay motivated. Here’s a few tips that I try to remember to do to stay positive and proactive, even when it's hard. 

If things go sideways, keep in mind that failure is normal. Let the pain come in and eventually it will go away.

At the same time, that day-to-day is what you feel, what affects your state of mind most. It’s what will weigh you down or lift you up on your walks to campus. And reaching a better state of mind can be a good first step in reaching those larger goals.

Be honest with the people around you, and learn how to practice more self-compassion. Be kind to yourself, but also get up and get it done!

If you’re like me and struggle to get up in the morning, here are three ways to help jump-start your Mondays. 

We’re all floating as we go, hoping for the best for ourselves and those around us. It’s time we start giving ourselves some grace and patience.

The key here is to look for the things that you don’t want to have looming over you when you are finally ready to put your head down and start studying.

Perfectionism, at its core, is fear. And this fear turns into anxiety. I’m so afraid that I won’t attain this standard of perfection that I’ve set for myself, and it hinders me from doing the things that I love.

Halfway into the semester, some of us may be experiencing lower motivation levels as we’re struck by the vicious mid-semester slump.

While it’s been exciting to return, it's also a complete change from what we’ve been used to. If you’re struggling with the transition, we've got some tips to cope.