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| quote: | Originally posted by jennypie
I used to have the same problem, but I cleaned up my act this year. I just made the decision to change my ways, and stuck to it.
I guess it's because I'm genuinely interested in nursing, and truly have a desire to do well and learn something from doing my assignments. That's really my only motivation.
Although it helps that there are absolutely NO exceptions to the late policies. Most of the time we aren't allowed extensions. Our shit is either handed in on time, or it's a zero. They take this really seriously, and I'm glad. It's part of our professional development...and I could use some help in that area!
Once you get into keeping good habits, it feels good. The sense of accomplishment, responsibility, etc...keeps me focused. I also find that setting small goals keeps me on track. Like, I actually write my goals down as more of an in-my-face reminder that I have shit to do. And when I DO get those things done, I look back on all those little things (that actually add up to big things) and think "Wow! I did all that!", and that's how it motivates me.
Really it's just something you have to change with the way you think and how you approach getting your tasks done. Gotta be in that mindset!
Also, like lucid said...rewards and punishments work really well, but only if you enforce them. I won't let myself go to any parties unless I get ALL my work done that's due for the next week before the weekend even starts. Not only do I get the work done, but then I have the WHOLE weekend to fuck around. Nothing worse than going out on Saturday, knowing I have to go home to homework...blech! |
summary plz!
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