July is the Saturday of the calendar year. Someone had to say it. It’s a wonderful time for outdoor fun with your friends and family. It’s also tempting to let your motivation slip during the summer months.
At Amberton, you’ve reached the halfway point in your summer term courses in July. Don’t allow the summertime to distract you from the ultimate goal of graduating. Stay motivated, and protect your focus to unlock the future that you deserve.
1. Power through
Sometimes you have to buckle down and get things done. Summer courses might be one of those instances where you have to find the will to succeed.
It’s Texas. It’s hot. You’re going to want to take a dip in the pool—go ahead!
It doesn’t matter where you’re working from as long as you can remain productive during your dedicated study sessions. Don’t allow the weather to sap your mental strength or the summer fun to distract your resolve to finish strong.
2. Stick to the schedule
Summer has a way of bringing out the unexpected. Plans go out the window and spontaneous moments seem to find you.
Maintain your schedule and dedicated study sessions during your summer term courses. Don’t allow a schedule slip to turn into a habit of uncompleted tasks.
3. Alter the routine
A schedule and a routine aren’t the same thing. If your routine is to study or do your homework in your home office or at the dining table, switch it up!
Tweaking your routine can have a positive impact on your motivation. Research suggests changing your environment can give you a boost to complete your next audacious objective.
4. Indulge in small summer pleasures
Never underestimate the power of an ice cream cone.
Enjoying the small offerings of summer while completing your coursework keeps your motivation strong. So don’t beat yourself up when it’s time to treat yourself!
Nontraditional students like you don’t have the luxury of taking summers off. It’s prudent to reach your graduation requirements sooner rather than later. The heat of summer doesn’t have to distract you from the goal or deplete your motivation. Remember this and you’ll stay on top of your game when you continue to work.
