General Article Study motivation

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How can I motivate myself?

Get your work done properly, and you can kick back with a clear conscience. Here’s how you get yourself started.

Create the space

Wherever you live, be it halls of residence or shared accommodation, establish a work area. Even if you don’t have a desk, restricting a small area just for learning will help create boundaries between work and play.

Ditch the distraction

Consider your working environment and cut out anything that tempts you from the task at hand, such as TV – or even music. If you just can’t work in silence, go for tunes without vocals.

Establish a work schedule

Break up the slog into more manageable sessions. So, if you’re faced with six hours worth of work, for example, why not split it into three two-hour sessions? You’ll feel like you’ve achieved something faster which is a buzz that’ll keep you going.

Create regular breaks and rewards

There’s nothing like the prospect of a treat to keep you focused, so be sure to pepper your sessions with ...

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