It’s been 11 days into the new year, and school has already been in session for some students, while some started today. I know many students dread going back to school, especially after a long and relaxing vacation. If you took my advice in a previous December article, then you shouldn’t have any issues coping with classes already. If not, well, it’s not too late to get back into “school mode” once more.
The key to getting back into the swing of school is setting goals. Setting goals to do better in school should jump start your motivation and desire to do well in school… but for some kids, it doesn’t. Why? Well, there are a few reasons why goals don’t work for some, and what you need to do to avoid falling into that category.
1. Self-Limiting Beliefs
This is one key reason why people don’t set goals for themselves. They only dream of what they want, but when it comes to writing their goals down and making a commitment, they start giving excuses like, “I’m not smart enough,” “It’s too hard for me,” “I’ll never or can’t be an “A” student,” etc. You should realize that you’re only hindering yourself from achieving your goals, so put away those negative thoughts and start creating positive and empowering ones instead!
2. Not Knowing What You Want
The first step in setting a goal is to know very clearly what you want in the first place. Ask yourself, “What do you really want in life”, but remember to think about what you want, and how you can go about achieving it. Don’t be too haste and say that you don’t know what you want because as humans, we always have desires.
3. Having the Fear of Failure
Again, this is what stop people from setting goals most of the time… the fear of failing. Well, get it through your head kids – failure is inevitable. Anyone who tells your otherwise is in denial. Look, failure will happen, but don’t let it discourage you from your dreams and goals. It’s been said that Thomas Edison failed over 400 times before he invented the light bulb. Whether that is true or not, it’s up to you to believe. The point I am stating is that the famous people you idolize today didn’t get to where they are without having to experience failure at least once in their lives. Don’t give up after you’ve failed at something. Get back on your feet, and keep on marching onward. Take those “failures” as learning opportunities.
4. Not Willing to Get Out of Your Comfort Zone
When students start thinking of sacrificing a few hours of their computer games and start studying, they feel uncomfortable and are turned off by the thought of actually having to do some hard work to get good grades. They are too used to the “slacker” lifestyle, and don’t make any or enough sacrifices in order to achieve their goals and desires. In order to succeed in any area of life, you have to make certain sacrifaces and you need to push yourself out of your comfort zone in order to do better and to become a better person. The rewards are out there waiting for you! What are you waiting for?
I hope I have given you enough ideas on how to set powerful goals that can drive you everyday with motivation. Remember, stay focus and live your dreams!!!
