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What are some ways to stay motivated when feeling burnt out?
I feel burnt out when I constantly overwork myself or when I'm stressed by the workload. I still get the work done, but I end up losing my motivation and start dreading school.
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Wong’s Answer
The first step to staying motivated when you feel burnt out is to understand what's causing it. Maybe you're not getting enough sleep, taking on too much work, or setting goals that are too big. It's ok to slow down and take a break when you need to. Remind yourself that resting doesn't mean you're being lazy, it's how you keep your energy and focus strong.
To get your motivation back, try setting smaller, easier goals instead of focusing on everything at once. Big projects can feel stressful, so you may need to break them into steps you can finish one at a time. For example, instead of planning to study for hours, study for 25 to 30 minutes, then take a 5-minute break. This helps you stay focused without feeling overwhelmed. You can also reward yourself after finishing a task, like listen to music, take a short walk, or do something fun you enjoy. Small rewards can make studying feel more positive and less tiring.
Keeping balance in your life is also very important. Try not to spend all your time working or studying. Make time to take care of yourself by eating healthy, exercising, and getting enough sleep. Doing things you love, like reading, drawing, or hanging out with friends, can also help you relax and feel happier.
Moreover, you can share your thoughts with a friend, teacher, or school counselor. Sometimes just talking about your stress makes it feel lighter. Remember, motivation doesn't always mean feeling excited, it's about showing up and doing your best, even when it's tough. When you give yourself time to rest and recharge, you'll find it easier to stay focused, positive, and motivated again.
To get your motivation back, try setting smaller, easier goals instead of focusing on everything at once. Big projects can feel stressful, so you may need to break them into steps you can finish one at a time. For example, instead of planning to study for hours, study for 25 to 30 minutes, then take a 5-minute break. This helps you stay focused without feeling overwhelmed. You can also reward yourself after finishing a task, like listen to music, take a short walk, or do something fun you enjoy. Small rewards can make studying feel more positive and less tiring.
Keeping balance in your life is also very important. Try not to spend all your time working or studying. Make time to take care of yourself by eating healthy, exercising, and getting enough sleep. Doing things you love, like reading, drawing, or hanging out with friends, can also help you relax and feel happier.
Moreover, you can share your thoughts with a friend, teacher, or school counselor. Sometimes just talking about your stress makes it feel lighter. Remember, motivation doesn't always mean feeling excited, it's about showing up and doing your best, even when it's tough. When you give yourself time to rest and recharge, you'll find it easier to stay focused, positive, and motivated again.
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Howard’s Answer
Hi Brianna,
Finding out why you're not feeling motivated is really important. It might be because of stress, too many things to do, or not having clear goals. Once you figure out what's causing it, you can start to feel inspired again.
As a college professor, I've seen many people face similar challenges. Here are some tips that might help:
1. Take care of yourself: Eat healthy food and get enough sleep. This helps you have a good and productive day.
2. Think positively: A positive mindset can open up new ways to do well in school and work.
3. Set small goals: Make goals that you can achieve step by step.
4. Celebrate your wins: When you reach a goal, take a moment to enjoy it. This makes you feel good and keeps you moving forward.
5. Be around positive people: Spend time with friends who are motivated and happy. Their energy can lift you up.
6. Talk to your boss, teacher, or mentor: Let them know you want to be more motivated. They might have great advice for you.
7. Stay happy: Being happy can naturally make you more productive.
I hope these ideas help you find your motivation. I'm cheering for you and wish you lots of success in everything you do.
Finding out why you're not feeling motivated is really important. It might be because of stress, too many things to do, or not having clear goals. Once you figure out what's causing it, you can start to feel inspired again.
As a college professor, I've seen many people face similar challenges. Here are some tips that might help:
1. Take care of yourself: Eat healthy food and get enough sleep. This helps you have a good and productive day.
2. Think positively: A positive mindset can open up new ways to do well in school and work.
3. Set small goals: Make goals that you can achieve step by step.
4. Celebrate your wins: When you reach a goal, take a moment to enjoy it. This makes you feel good and keeps you moving forward.
5. Be around positive people: Spend time with friends who are motivated and happy. Their energy can lift you up.
6. Talk to your boss, teacher, or mentor: Let them know you want to be more motivated. They might have great advice for you.
7. Stay happy: Being happy can naturally make you more productive.
I hope these ideas help you find your motivation. I'm cheering for you and wish you lots of success in everything you do.
Steward "Tony" Pacheco
Minister, USMC Vet, John C. Maxwell Cert. Coach, Trainer, Speaker, Teacher, Straight Shooter
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Steward "Tony"’s Answer
Well Number One Is "YOUR NOT OLD ENOUGH TO GET BURNED OUT" lol
When Your Working 20 to 40 years doing the same thing over and over, then you can complain. (i'm not saying this because I am retired)
What you have been going through now, is actually where your focus is at in the "here and now", but your also thinking about other things to do "later on". That's too many movies playing around your mind simultaniously and spilling into your subconcious, painting various pictures of "doubt" and "what ifs". That dread is being caused by yourself anticipating failure or incompleteness.
Breath! Slow and steady with positive intension. Drink a glass of water, but before you sip it, speak to it (like a recorder) saying "I Am Calm & Focused", then sip that affermation down.
The real world is so much more harsher on adults and they expect results from the people they must pay. Results can't be had if every project is an adventure in your minds eye. Be cool & approach each part of your projects one part at a time, but with purpose as well as a "No Sweat" minset. You Got This! Especially If You Take Time Out your dreaded schooling for yourself as well.
When Your Working 20 to 40 years doing the same thing over and over, then you can complain. (i'm not saying this because I am retired)
What you have been going through now, is actually where your focus is at in the "here and now", but your also thinking about other things to do "later on". That's too many movies playing around your mind simultaniously and spilling into your subconcious, painting various pictures of "doubt" and "what ifs". That dread is being caused by yourself anticipating failure or incompleteness.
Breath! Slow and steady with positive intension. Drink a glass of water, but before you sip it, speak to it (like a recorder) saying "I Am Calm & Focused", then sip that affermation down.
The real world is so much more harsher on adults and they expect results from the people they must pay. Results can't be had if every project is an adventure in your minds eye. Be cool & approach each part of your projects one part at a time, but with purpose as well as a "No Sweat" minset. You Got This! Especially If You Take Time Out your dreaded schooling for yourself as well.