How to ride the wave of motivation—and what to do when it crashes

There’s nothing like a fresh start. New classes, new notebooks, new energy. But what happens when that “new beginning” momentum starts to fade?

In this episode, Nicole shares the truth about energy dips, overwork, and what that creeping sense of resentment is really trying to tell you. Spoiler: it’s not that you hate the subject—it’s that your system is out of balance.

You’ll learn why pushing through isn’t always the answer, why “I’ll sleep when I’m dead” is bad advice, and how to use simple, in-the-moment reflection to recharge without spiraling. Nicole also drops wisdom on becoming a positive force in the room (yes, even when others are giving Debbie Downer vibes) and why choosing your energy is the most powerful thing you can do as a student.

📲 Feeling the dip already? DM Nicole @nicole_the_chemistry_tutor to build a strategy that works with your energy, not against it.

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