How can I get inspiration to do my uni work?

Question

I am doing a MSc and am coming to the end. Problem is that I have essays coming out of my ears and a LOT of other work going on that I need to do - job applications etc - and also just a general feeling of not wanting to do any of it. I know I need to do it, I know I should do it, I know what the consequences are of me not doing it but I really cannot get motivated.

Does anyone have any advice or tips on how to get motivated in this situation? All comments appreciated! Cheers.

Answer 1

c.b.t (cogative behaviour therapy) try a bit on your self

FIRST take things apart, insted of having many many jobs to do, try one thing at a time. Its all anyone can ask of you, unless you are indeed a computer.

Make each task S.M.A.R.T
S= specific, (not vaguely thinking I'll do the course work, more
like, I'll write somany word of the course work, I will write
about ..... and I will start at 12pm and end at 1pm for
lunch, then continue for.... until....)
M= measureable, i.e there is a start and a finish to the job
A= ACHIEVABLE!! (goes without saying that the goal is
actually possible!)
R=realistic- goes with out saying not to set yourself
projects which are too big
T= time limited

Make sure you prioritise. List the most important goals first then you know where you stand. Try listing all the tasks so you dont feel as overwhelmed by it being never ending!

Tke the goal and break each one down, fillin afew notes to illustrate the above and keep to your goals, if you need to push yourself to get things done, try rewards and mini breaks after you feel your concerntration go. (anything from 15 mins to 2 hours depending on the person.) When you take a break, try doiing something totally different from what you were doing before- e.g if you were reading, dont go reading a magazine in the break! try some movment- go outside for fresh air, walk or ride a bike. Dont have your break extend the amount of time you work in, just ensure your break gives you a lift, and lets you come at the work afresh.

Think about the reasons you want to get this work done- e.g to get good results which will live in your C.V for the rest of your life. to get a good job or apply for more education, how much of this is based on decent results- or just having results at all. You have already mentioned one thing - that you do want to get it done- or you wouldnt have wasted the time writing in here. Its not nice having that constant nagging feeling that you have work to do, the extra stress means you cant really relax- it does your head in! sometimes you dont realise this until you have done the task/s and feel the relief!!

Try speaking to others who have completed the work you have yet to do- I mean people you admire, who may be in jobs or doing further education you hope to apply to do. From this you can gain motivation into how important it is to do the ground work you are doing now, how much it can bebefit you and how far they worked/advice. Think also about what you like about the subject. If you cant think, speak to your tutor about this, if they are passionate it will rub off on you, if they are not, find other people who are inlove with the subject.

Try getting some help with your work, find tutors and ask for support- no tutor wants a failure result on theior record for work not handed in so unless they are looking at resigning their teaching status, they will help you- or at the very least find you support, to complete all the work. Theres no shame in admitting defeat, only in pretending its not happening.

Keep in mind the "bigger picture", about life and that life is for living. Are you really living- or taking life seriously when you put off doing the work? or stand still feeling overwhelmed? your only alive once- use your life to the best of your ability- achieve your goals or dont choose to do them, either way stop with nagging yourself about them, nagging is pointless unless it helps you, either let it go or do something with it!

good luck

P.S, it gets less overwhelming and stressful as you go along

Answer 2

You don't wait to get motivated. You do the work and the motivation will come later to help you to achieve more. If you wait for motivation or inspiration, you are putting your life on hold. Live your life! You'll be glad later. Think how you'll feel when you've done the work.

Answer 3

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Answer 4

Yes.. I gave up Uni because I was too lazy and drunk all of the time. Now my friends earn thosand and have big homes and beautiful cars.. I am studying again but feel too old for it though I have all the inspiration that I need by retrospect.
Get on with it an knuckle down... send me a thanks when you graduate.
Best Wishes

Answer 5

Think of how there is a light at the end of the tunnel and of how proud you'll be of all your hard work in a few months time. Also think financially how much you've paid to do this course.

Answer 6

Take some time out for yourself, and read Napoleon Hill's Think & Grow Rich, and do what it tells you to do in chapter 2.

It sounds like you are somewhat overwhelmed and need a break, but you also need to focus on your dreams to keep inspired.

Answer 7

Look in the jobs section of the newspaper and the job centre just to see what a poor wage you will end up with if you don't pass that all important exam - it worked for me.

Answer 8

think of how annoyed you will be with yourself in the future, that you didnt give it your all now.

If you are suffering from being overwhelmed, write a callender, give yourself a deadline, and reward yourself with a treat when you tick something off your list.

If you get a writers block, or are just fed up, go for a walk in the freash air.

Above all, be positive, you can do this.
take care of yourself, get plenty sleep and eat well.

Answer 9

Live on the streets of London for a week as a homeless/jobless person does.

then you'll want your qualification and ultimately a well paid job.

Answer 10

Imagine what wonderfully free you will be after you finish you work and get the great results and do the last effort. Good luck!!!!!!