Motivation

Motivation is a tricky thing. You cant see it, you cant feel it, but you know its there. You also know when it isn't there.

During the thesis writing and researching process keeping up your motivation and moral is so important. But how do you stay motivated to work and succeed when you just don't care?

Here are some tips from me. I'm no expert, believe me, but these tips may help.

1. Think small. Its hard to look at the big picture and not get overwhelmed. If you focus on small tasks, and break up the assignment it makes it easier to see the light at the end of the tunnel.

2. Take breaks. If your feeling like your trapped on an island, aka, your mound of thesis research books, the best thing to do it build a boat and sail away (temporarily).

3. Set daily goals. Write a reasonable "To Do" list at the beginning of the day. Focus on just finishing the list, and don't worry about any other tasks for that day.

4. Get in the zone. Hide all your other distractions, and set up a place to work where the only focus is your work. Do what works best for you: music in the background, clearing the clutter off the desk except for your work, shut the door and grad a drink and snack so there are no excuses to get up.

5. No excuses. Its hard to get motivated, but its even harder if you continue to make excuses for why the work is not getting done.

Remember: Procrastination is like masturbation, its fun at first but in the end your only screwing yourself.

It comes down to you. In the end it is only you who can write your thesis. No one will be there to hold you hand and correct your work. So stop making excuses and GET MOTIVATED!