Priorities, My Dear

If you ever want to put fire under your feet, find your motivation. After reading Chapter 3 in OnCourse, I am convinced that no matter what you do in life, you need to stay motivated in order to complete what you start. It is hard and sometimes frustrating, but it  is attainable. I had a really hard week. I'm pretty sure I'm not the only one. During one of our discussions in class last week, I shared my motivation technique. I repeat the same thing over and over and I talk to myself about the things I need to accomplish in a day, week, month, year and so on. It's not easy to stay on top of everything on a daily basis. School is important to me but it is also difficult to stay on task. I read about how students took control of their own situations in school by applying various techniques and after reading the information on the DAPPS rule, I can see where it can make a difference in setting and retaining goals. The Life Plan idea was also a good way to stay motivated because there is a checklist you create that lists personal goals. As time goes on, the list starts to get smaller and smaller as the achievements become accomplished. I don't know if I would create a list but it is a good idea for those who need to see a plan front and center. While reading I came to the section on personal affirmation. It caught my attention because, once again, I constantly talk to myself and affirm who I am, what my purpose for the day is, and if I did what I needed to do. I do not find it necessary to always write out my thoughts but occasionally I do. It was a difficult week but I am affirming that next week will be better.