smh... student motivation hints

Frustration is the auto-response to adversity, but that little rock in the road doesn't need to be a brick wall. When a challenge arises, try to see through it, beyond it, to understand it through curious questioning. Difficulty is a guarantee, but you always have control over how you respond. 

Was it hot today? Are you uncomfortable? Pushing outside of comfort is something usually voluntary, and valuable, so when discomfort is involuntary, can you make it valuable? This is an opportunity to deal with stress, any kind of temporary stress makes you better at dealing with ANY kind of stress. So USE IT. And what's the worst that's going to happen? Sweat?

Who wants to feel exhuasted? Positivity is a choice. You can label anything as difficult and draining, or you can let it recharge you and GAS YOU UP. Find ways to gain positivity and energy and GAS from your day. 

Your energy and mood changes throughout the day, and week! Make decisions in advance and write them down to maximize your productivity when switching between multiple different kinds of assignments. Each class requires a different kind of focus, a different level of focus, so manage that well and you'll be much more productive!

Life moves very fast, and sometimes you need to slow down. Sit, breathe, and control your mind by reminding yourself that what is happening around you is not happening to you. You can choose how you respond, how you view anything.

You want to start with an easy assignment first or tackle the tough project that's stressing you out? Either one! Whatever works for you! You got a huge list of stuff, and you know what's tough and easy and you know once you get started and finish a few assignments you will get on a ROLL. It's so fun to get momentum and you KNOW it, so focus on THAT.

Long list of stuff to do? Sure, but don't focus on everything you HAVEN'T done... Positivity is the best motivation. Period. So be proud of yourself, literally write down the things you HAVE done and your accomplishments and that will fuel your future. You'll have time to learn from your mistakes later, right now it's time to feel good about the WINS. 

Your brain perceives this stress as a threat to your life, releasing adrenalin that makes your muscles tense all throughout your body, leading to extreme physical, emotional, and mental exhaustion. Relax. Breathe. Your body can convince your mind there is no real threat to your life here. Only then are you free to think clearly.

Actions speak louder than words. Emotions can hinder your progress, so be wary of using them too much. Regret and feeling sorry for yourself, or feeling bad and apologizing to parents, teachers... think about it- THEY'RE ALL NEGATIVE. Do they help you fix the situation? Do they help get work done? Don't punish yourself further, you need to climb out of a hole so start climbing!

The first official pod where I guide you through a meditation. It's super easy, super quick, I DARE YOU to try it. There's no way to fail, every attempt is a success. And I can guarantee you will feel better.