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Abigail
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What's the best way to visualize time management (for example, the spoon theory) in college?
What's the best way to visualize time management (for example, the spoon theory) in college? I am having a hard time balancing my classes, especially since I am a film major and spend a lot of time watching movies for assignments.
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Michelle M.
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Hello, Abigail !
It's exciting embarking on a career in Film and I'd be happy to suggest some advice !
If you will be studying Film, I have to say that the spoon theory would not be something you'd use. Also, that is a technique used for people that have sort of disabilities like ADHD or illnesses that fatigue them and you didn't mention that you are of that. I' wouldn't suggest the spoon theory.
So, as a film student, you will be immersed in the subject and learning many different aspects of the career. It is a very busy major whether you do it through a film school or a university Film department. It's not about watching films, it's about learning and doing film. You will have to want to fill your days with studying, reading and doing projects. The best way to "visualize" it is to not think about (how you will manage time) it at all right now. Live in the moment but be sure you want to really make the commitment and can meet the challenges of a Film path. It would be demanding with any major, actually. Your academic path will let you know what you have to do, when and you may not know how long the task would take.
If you are concerned about time management, take it light next semester by taking just four courses - a film course and three general education required courses. See how it goes. Most courses in college are scheduled to be attended on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays or you can choose courses to attend on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Design your schedule to your liking and in a way that you have free time. You could also take courses in the summer if your college has a summer session. If you are a current student which it seems as though you've implied, you'll need to discuss this issue with one of the Academic Counselors at your college.
If you are getting an abundance of films to watch outside of class time, you should consider going to a professional Film School and not a Film Department at a University. The film course I took in college had us watching the films on Fridays during class time and then we were quizzed on it and discussed it on Mondays. Are you attending The University of Central Arkansas by any chance ?
The way I managed my time was that my major took priority over everything and when I wasn't on campus or doing a show or project, then I did something with family and friends. Although I managed to have a good social life during college, it's definitely a time and financial sacrifice and one must be willing to give it one's all. A career in Film will also prove to be time consuming, too.
So my advice is simply to live in the moment and give priority to Film and studying for your other courses. Some people can do this and others can't but hopefully, if you love it enough, you won't let things stand in your way. Be conscious of what classes you schedule for yourself, a couple light with some demanding classes. When you find a way that's easiest for you to manage your time you'll have prepared yourself for the actual career.
Wishing you all the best in this wonderful future career !
It's exciting embarking on a career in Film and I'd be happy to suggest some advice !
If you will be studying Film, I have to say that the spoon theory would not be something you'd use. Also, that is a technique used for people that have sort of disabilities like ADHD or illnesses that fatigue them and you didn't mention that you are of that. I' wouldn't suggest the spoon theory.
So, as a film student, you will be immersed in the subject and learning many different aspects of the career. It is a very busy major whether you do it through a film school or a university Film department. It's not about watching films, it's about learning and doing film. You will have to want to fill your days with studying, reading and doing projects. The best way to "visualize" it is to not think about (how you will manage time) it at all right now. Live in the moment but be sure you want to really make the commitment and can meet the challenges of a Film path. It would be demanding with any major, actually. Your academic path will let you know what you have to do, when and you may not know how long the task would take.
If you are concerned about time management, take it light next semester by taking just four courses - a film course and three general education required courses. See how it goes. Most courses in college are scheduled to be attended on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays or you can choose courses to attend on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Design your schedule to your liking and in a way that you have free time. You could also take courses in the summer if your college has a summer session. If you are a current student which it seems as though you've implied, you'll need to discuss this issue with one of the Academic Counselors at your college.
If you are getting an abundance of films to watch outside of class time, you should consider going to a professional Film School and not a Film Department at a University. The film course I took in college had us watching the films on Fridays during class time and then we were quizzed on it and discussed it on Mondays. Are you attending The University of Central Arkansas by any chance ?
The way I managed my time was that my major took priority over everything and when I wasn't on campus or doing a show or project, then I did something with family and friends. Although I managed to have a good social life during college, it's definitely a time and financial sacrifice and one must be willing to give it one's all. A career in Film will also prove to be time consuming, too.
So my advice is simply to live in the moment and give priority to Film and studying for your other courses. Some people can do this and others can't but hopefully, if you love it enough, you won't let things stand in your way. Be conscious of what classes you schedule for yourself, a couple light with some demanding classes. When you find a way that's easiest for you to manage your time you'll have prepared yourself for the actual career.
Wishing you all the best in this wonderful future career !