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Oct 19, 2011, 04:31 PM
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My depression really gets in the way, I struggle to concentrate and have no motivation whatsoever! Plus I get sooo stressed out and get so frustrated, I need any advice to keep me focused and motivated and etc if anyone has any. Thanks! Jess x
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Oct 19, 2011, 05:42 PM
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In the olden days, we had the threat of getting drafted, or having to work in a factory or in construction or as a waitress or a taxi driver if we didn't succeed in school. Now you can't even get THOSE jobs, so truly, what is your motivation? If you ARE hopefull nevertheless, maybe you just need to get physically energized and THAT would help your concentration. Go run around the block every half an hour while you're studying. It'll be crazy but it will give you and the dogs in your neighborhood something to look forward to. Get a box of mini dog biscuits.
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Oct 19, 2011, 09:43 PM
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Hey Jess95, I am struggling right now with the exact same thing...so I'm afraid I have no words of advice to offer you. Just wanted to let you know that I can relate, and I'll be checking this board once in a while to see what others say. Sending you hugs and positive vibes.
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Oct 23, 2011, 12:45 PM
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Find a study buddy / study group .. that is probably the only thing that has remotely helped me keep on track. Also try getting a new shiny notebook / note taking software, it provides some initial gung-ho (but tends to fade away after the novelty wears off). I'll also be checking on this thread, b/c depression+studying is a serious issue for me right now
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Oct 23, 2011, 02:46 PM
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thanks everyone for replying! i just keep leaving everything until the last minute, so the only way i get things done is under so much pressure which stresses me out!
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Oct 24, 2011, 08:39 AM
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I don't know if your climate would permit but I do this to attempt to focus and get away from a depressive mood. I take everything to a park and be prepared (lunch, water) to be there until I accomplish some part of the study goal. Mentally, if my mind wanders I see nature and am not reminded of the issues of my life. It's more peaceful and has less distractions than a library. It's just you and your study material.
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And thou, too, whosoe' er thou art, That readest this brief psalm, As one by one thy hopes depart, Be resolute and calm. So fear not in a world like this, And thou shalt know erelong, Know how sublime a thing it is, To suffer and be strong.----Henry Longfellow.(The light of stars) |
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