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Tips to Staying Motivated
Most people find that their motivation can have a "down" spell. Here are some tips to keep going and stay positive.
Goal-setting:
- set realistic goals - don't be over-ambitious;
- set goals you can measure — don't be vague about what you want to accomplish;
- create small as well as large goals — this way you can celebrate small achievements;
- set daily, weekly or monthly goals, depending on your self-study program.
Have a schedule:
- set aside a special time and space for your self-study;
- keep track of your progress — consider writing a journal about your learning;
- expect plateaus — no one's learning ability or motivation remains at one level all the time;
- be flexible — if you have to change plans, re-organize yourself.
Keep a balance in your life:
- ensure that your life has a variety of activities, not just self-study;
- don't begrudge the time spent on your family and work obligations;
- give yourself time for leisure and rest.
Stay healthy:
- eat appropriately — learning requires "fuel";
- sleep well — your brain needs its "down" time;
- get exercise-many people say they concentrate better if they've had physical activity.
Find support:
- share your goals/ambitions with family and friends;
- talk about your successes;
- don't be afraid to discuss a setback or ask for a pep talk.
