As the fall semester quickly approaches, you may find yourself grieving the loss of summer, and thus having a difficult time getting into a more student-oriented mindset. (I, for one, definitely fall within this category). In an effort to help, here are a couple of ways to help jump-start your motivation for the new academic year!
Prioritize moments for proper preparation:
We’re all familiar with the cunning and temptation of procrastination. We don’t want to think about those books we still haven’t ordered or those supplies we don’t yet have. But don’t we ultimately feel worse, with all of these built-up tasks lingering in the back of our minds? Dedicate time in your day, even if it’s only 15 minutes, to semester preparation. Whether it be to order those books or to read over a syllabus, it’s the small day-to-day efforts that can really make a big difference.
Make a gratitude list: There’s nothing like gratitude practice to really help put things into perspective. Get out your favorite pen along with a piece of paper and write down all the reasons why you feel fortunate to be a student. It can include anything from the connections it allows you to cultivate, to the freedom you're given to discover the subjects you’re passionate about. Write down what makes you excited to be a part of the university!
Tess Dimler
MOSAIC Educator
