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How do i balance time in order to really max out my chances in gong to a good college if im a student athlete ?
How do i balance time in order to really max out my chances in gong to a good college if im a student athlete
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Moriah’s Answer
Creating a schedule that actually works for you is the best thing you can do in this situation. If you try to overachieve when creating a schedule, you will burn yourself out and become discouraged. If you try to manufacture free time you don't actually have, you will become frustrated when your plans are thwarted. So, create a schedule that works around your commitments by prioritizing your time. Steps below.
Create three categories of importance (color code them): Non-negotiable, Important, Not Urgent
Non-negotiables should be marked the boldest and consist of tasks that are the most important and time-sensitive or previous commitments (e.g., practices, games, etc.)
Important items are things that need to be done but you have longer time frame to do them (e.g., applying for scholarships)
Not Urgent items are low on importance and urgency. The consequences of not completing these items is low (e.g., reorganizing desk)
As deadlines approach be sure to move items to the proper categories (i.e., scholarship applications due in Dec. would move to non-negotiable in Nov.)
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Mary’s Answer
Use a planner every day, whether it's digital or on paper. This helps you track what you're doing daily. By doing this, you can see what tasks take up most of your time, both positively and negatively. With practice, you'll learn to focus on what's most important first, the items that get you to your goals faster.