Motivation
When you are a student at a university, you are in command of your own studies. No one checks to see whether you've studied enough, if you've attended classes, or if you've turned in your assignments. It is your job to learn something, and it is a huge responsibility on your shoulders. Therefore, to be motivated is a crucial factor and a requirement for successfully completing a university degree. When you are motivated, you will find it easy to stay focused over a period of time. When you are not motivated, you will not only find it difficult to stay focused, but you will find it difficult to get started in the first place.
Motivation
Is the process that initiates, guides, and maintains goal-oriented behaviors. It is what causes you to act.
Types of motivation: (intrinsic and extrinsic motivation)
1- Intrinsic motivation: Is when people are motivated to do something by "internal" factors to achieve their particular needs. In other words, we do things because we enjoy them, not because we are obligated to.
2- Extrinsic motivation: Is the type of motivation derived by "external" factors that are given or controlled by others. For example, Money or a reward.
How to boost your motivation to study?
1- Reward yourself for studying: For example, after a successful study session, reward yourself by having a cup of coffee with a friend you like.
2- Study with your friends.
3-Eliminate distractions. For example, a smart phone, a turned on TV, or loud music
4-Develop interest in what you have to study
5- Take breaks: when you feel like you are overwhelmed, try to stop and take a break. That will make it easy for you to resume studying.
6- Use a motivational poster: Place the poster where you can see it as you study.
7- Establish a comfortable environment: You will be more inclined to study if you feel comfortable.
