How to Be Motivated as an Online College Student
Posted: July 07, 2021 | Author: Sayre Davis | Read Time: 3 minutes
The college experience is full of challenges, and it’s easy to get lost in the shuffle. The fast-paced world doesn’t make life any easier on us either--we have to find time for homework, friends, family, a social life--the list goes on. It can be overwhelming and difficult to stay motivated when you're balancing all these responsibilities. Southern Utah University tries to make this easier with affordable tuition for programs but with a few tips below (and some self-care!) you can start helping yourself even further to get motivated.
Figure Out What You Want to Do With Your Degree
One of the most important things you can do to help yourself stay motivated is to have an end goal. Many people find that having something they want insight into, whether it's their dream job or just hitting minimum wage and being able to afford groceries, helps them get through hard times and keeps them on track with school work. Working with a faculty member can be a huge help to you when you are trying to figure out what job you want in the future. They’ve worked in the field, or are very familiar with it, and can help you decide if it’s right for you.
Know Why You're Going Back to School
How do you find the motivation to keep going when college courses are hard and it's easy to feel discouraged? Well, first of all, ask yourself what your reason for being in college is. That may sound like a really vague thing that doesn't matter much but understanding why exactly you're there will help give you more determination as well as make it easier on yourself psychologically. You won't be fighting against an intangible goal if your reasons behind doing so have meaning.
Your "why" can range from graduating high school or returning back into the workforce after kids; whichever one drives most strongly within your own mind should be enough inspiration to get through tough times with dedication-and remember, no person succeeds without challenges.
Find Ways to Balance Work, Family, School, etc., so That It's Not Too Overwhelming
One of the most important skills to have is self-motivation. Sometimes we can get so caught up in our work, family obligations, or other commitments that it becomes hard for us to maintain a sense of motivation towards what matters. But with online college courses, you are able to manage your own schedule at whatever pace works best for you. As well as being a helpful way to manage your time, SUU Online is incredibly affordable.
Another way to develop your sense of individualized motivation is by ensuring there's enough space left on one's plate between their responsibilities to find joy in your day. Whether it is a small or large thing, finding little ways to add happiness to your day will keep you mentally motivated better than anything else.
Keep Up With Assignments - Don't Let Yourself Fall Behind!
The last step to stay motivated is to stay on top of your assignments. Doing this will allow you to not feel overwhelmed and will help you feel a sense of security in your efforts. As a student make sure your content is quality and in general your course stress will go way down and your motivation will go up.
It can be hard to feel motivated when you're juggling so many different things. You have a lot on your plate, and the fast-paced world doesn't make life any easier for you. No matter the distractions, using these tips can help you find a greater level of success and a more consistent level of motivation. And remember, one of the biggest help can be figuring out what you want to do with your degree by doing research or talking it over with professionals at SUU.
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