We are all working from home and expected to maintain our grades and continue to learn new material from a distance– something we have never had to do before. It can seem like a daunting task. The fact that we have to remain productive with our T.V. and Xbox controllers sitting not that far away makes the task all the more challenging. However, success is attainable even in these circumstances. If you apply these habits to your new daily routine, you will find success as a student, even under these new obstacles we all face. Here are ten ways to stay motivated and productive:
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| Source: Success Magazine |
1. Create a routine.
Right now, many of us are unproductive and unsuccessful because they have not figured out how they would like to manage their time. But if you were to write out a schedule and stick to it, you could go throughout your day being productive.
2. Include breaks in your routine.
In school we never had to work straight through the day, so make sure you include time for yourself in between your work. Make time to grab a bite to eat, watch an episode of your current favorite show, or call a friend.
3. Get dressed in the morning.
Getting dressed and putting something on besides pajamas or sweats can help you feel ready for the day and more awake. This in turn can help you be more productive and when completing your school work throughout the day.
4. Get some exercise.
Even if you go on a short walk, getting out can help clear your head and make you feel more relaxed. Exercise is a great way to get moving and compensate for staying indoors all day.
5. Eat healthy.
Eating the right foods can make a world of a difference. Adding some fresh fruits and vegetables to your diet can help you stay alert. Eating healthy also helps with cognitive skills that will ensure your overall success.
6. Learn something new!
Now is a great time to learn a new skill or finally get to what you have been putting off because of a lack of time. Some students have been using Duolingo to learn a new language. Others have incorporated reading for pleasure into their daily routines. Whatever it is you have not had time for in the past, now is a great time to start.
7. Get to bed at a reasonable time.
While we might not have to be up by 5:45 every morning, it is still important to go to bed at a reasonable time so you can be sure to get your seven hours of sleep in. Sleep is a big part of waking up feeling good and ready to take on the day, so make sure you get enough of it.
8. Put away the distractions while you work.
Leave your phone or tablet in another room while you work. Make sure that when you are working, that is your time to focus and complete the day's assignments. If you are constantly looking down at your phone or finding other ways to procrastinate, your work will drag on and you will not be fully immersed in your assignment.
9. Create a workspace.
While it may be nice to sit in bed and do school work, it is going to be difficult to be productive, not to mention a little uncomfortable after looking down for extended periods of time. Make sure you have a proper place to work that is quiet and functional as well as separate from where you relax and take your breaks.
10. Bad days are okay!
Just like if we were back in school, not everyday would be a great day. We all have bad days so it’s okay to be a little extra lazy and not be as motivated as you'd want to be. Just make sure after you allow yourself to have a bad day you go to bed prepared to wake up feeling refreshed and ready for a new start to a good day.
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