Exams
My exams are so so SO soon and I've not been consistent with work all year. Myself and everyone around me have such high expectations for my grades , but I cannot bring myself to study. Even with less than a month to go. Has anyone else felt similar? How do I make myself motivated and study?
Feeling this way is common. Most people, including myself, have been there. The most important thing you can do, is be kind to yourself. Treat yourself with care and respect, and understand that this is not a failure on your part- it happens to everyone.
The next step is evaluation what you need to do. It may seem overwhelming at first, but it is always easier to handle when you have a clear idea of what you need to get done. Plot it out on a calender, so that you have a good idea of where to go from here.
Then, just start. Set a timer for 5 minutes, and say that you only need to study for 5 minutes. Once you have started, it is easier to keep going. You can then build up the timer to 10 minutes, and so on.
Stay calm, be kind to yourself, and know that you can do this!