Hello everyone,
I’m somewhat shocked to find myself on this forum but I’ve come to a point where I need some help. My problem is not having motivation to try my hardest in school. Ever since high school, I’ve been wanting to become a physician. I’ve been trying my hardest over the years and succeeding at everything I try. Now I’m in my sophomore year of college at a reputable pre-med school and I find myself struggling to get myself to try my best in class.
This year I’m taking the ochem and physics series. Although I’m doing well in the classes with minimal effort, I know that I’m not getting the information into my head as I used to in previous classes. I put off my homework till the last night before it’s due. I always find something to get distracted by and I just can’t seem to get my act together. One thing that really bothers me is the pressure I get from my peers and relatives. When all of my peers see that I’m doing exceedingly well along with all of my extracurricular activities, people start calling me “smart” or other adjectives such as that. This frustrates me because it just throws off my mentality of having to try my hardest. I’m afraid that I’m going to stop caring completely about my classes and my grades will starts to fall.
This is why I’m here. I need some advice as to how to stay motivated in classes. I’ve tried writing my thoughts and aspirations (somewhat like a daily journal). I’ve tried switching up my study habits, for example, using white boards, fountain pens, going to a library, etc. Nothing seems to be doing it for me. I have finals next week and I have yet to begin studying. I don’t know what’s going on with me. I try to sit down and study but find myself doing something other than that. Before I know it, it’s already midnight and I’m still not studying. Someone please help me.
Thank you.