Many of you expressed feeling unmotivated and overwhelmed. How do you plan to stay committed to your academic goals? Come up with at least three statements, stated in a positive way, that you can say to yourself over the summer and in the future to refocus yourself, to find some passion and enthusiasm about your academic career. This can include focusing on short term and medium range goals...or whatever will motivate you.
Also, tell me your best moment in Price so far.....
I plan to stay committed just like I have always been committed.
ReplyDelete1. Work hard now and enjoy life later.
2. Do this because you want to not becase you feel force to do it!
3. "Don't fake it till you make it, fake it till you become it" (I really liked this quote)
My best moment in Price so far is the circle we made on the retreat when we gave each other advices about our biggest fears, I would always remember that moment. Even though it was a poignant moment I'm so thankful that it happened. :')
1. I never regret working hard now; I always regret and suffer the consequences of putting off little things one by one.
ReplyDelete2. There is joy in effort and hard work. There's almost no reward at all from all these other distractions and excuses.
3. Don't think, just do it!
I don't have a best Price memory. I really do appreciate all the little things as a whole, like getting to bond with them as a group and individually when I can. The retreat is still very memorable to me because we actually lived together, slept together, ate together, and were able to be vulnerable and honest with each other.
The only way that I am able to keep up with what I have to do is because I am neglecting a lot of other things in my life. At this point I have so much going on that all I can do is just tackle the things that are the most important and has the closest turn in date. If I can do that then I will be fine for this last week.
ReplyDelete1.You are better than this, transferring is out of the question if you cannot get As
2.Its only two days a week, there is a 5 day weekend!!
3.Make the best out of the new people and new connections you make
(I’m still not looking forward to summer, but I know it won’t be as bad as I anticipate, and I will make the best of it)
I have two best moments that I love about Price. The first one is the fact that we can get together and have a blast outside of class. It is not awkward at all and the times that we have are great. I’ve been to two Price outings and regret that I couldn’t make it to the ones before. The times that we share and will share in the future is dear to me. I’m happy to say that I have a family/group of friends that will be with me for the rest of my life. I never thought that I could say I have more than one friend, I know that sounds horrible like a loner status but it is true. In addition to that, another great moment is seeing Sandy with a huge smile on her face. I feel like sometimes Sandy gets overlooked because sometimes she misses class or leaves early; but when I see her engage with us other than teaching, it’s like “aww”. It is kind of hard to explain but I hope you get it. And not saying I don’t like to see you happy, but you are always cracking up at something (Leslie).
Within this first year of college I’ve had my loss of motivations for me to go through my education because my trade and field of study does not necessarily need a degree, but experience. HOWEVER, three statements that make me motivated to stay in school is…
ReplyDelete1. My education is basically free and I should take advantage of it.
This is true in two ways. With the Price Scholarship I’ve been able to just worry about books and even within that I basically save a bunch. And when I transfer I have the ability to go TUITION free due to my dad being a veteran of war.
2. I need to exude my FULL potential as a student.
When I was in high school I knew that my lack of intuition and motivation to work hard for the subjects I didn’t favor is why I did not do well as a student and I know that I can do better than I did this year as well as the previous years of school.
3. An education is something someone cannot take away from me.
Although I’m a lazy student I still understand the worth of the education I have absorbed. Knowledge can be questioned, but the things I’ve learned over the years CANNOT be taken away from me. Being a better learner and overall competent person is what makes me want to stay in school.
In conclusion the best thing that’s happened to me so far is the exposure to opportunities. I mean the fact that I was able to meet the people I’ve met in this short of time and not feel excluded made me feel the intial start to life in college and hopefully I can do more with my time.
I know myself. I'll complain and complain but in the end I'll sit down and get it done. It's just the way I am, though I have been working on complaining less. Three statements I can say to myself to keep myself motivated are:
ReplyDelete1. You know you can do this, just believe in yourself and concentrate.
2. You got this, and when you've finished reward yourself with a nice run or a glass of wine.
3. Whenever you feel stuck, just start writing/drawing.
I'm a big believer of rewarding yourself every now and then. This is a habit I've recently implemented into my life and it keeps me motivated.
As far as my best moment in Price so far... It would have to be just being able to hang out with all of my Price friends and knowing that I can count on them for anything. I'm going to miss your guys when I transfer. But do know that I'm only a text/message/comment/email away if you need anything.
iv'e been overwhelmed and unmotivated so long im always feeling just so tired. i feel like theres so much going on my mind all the time it stresses me out a lot. what i plan on dong in order to stay focus for this summer semester since im finally going back to school which im really excited about is overall staying organized. i am not a very organize person at all so i always tend to lose paper and forget things so over the summer i basically plan to get my shit together. have everything on time. honestly all i want is to have my mind full set on school.
ReplyDeletei feel like lately i havent spent much time with the price family. im just so glad i met everyone. they have been a huge part of my life but i feel like i need to get closer to all of them before some start transferring so they can know that ill be there for them .
I plan to take start taking classes with friends and fellow scholars just to keep me motivated to do my work and continue going to class. I usually liked being on my own that way nobody really bugged me and i kinda just went to class, did my work, and leave without really getting involved. Also, i plan to take a "fun" class or something that i actually look forward to going to. These past two semesters its been all business and no fun, so i feel like that kind of led to my downfall. And hands down the best PRICE moment i have had has got to be the retreat. The reason for it was because, for that weekend, all of my troubles were gone while we were away somewhere not even worrying about life back at home, or work, or school.
ReplyDeleteTo stay motivated I plan to get my shit together cause it kinda of hit the fan this semester because. The next thing is focus on the smaller things and know when to get my priorities straight because I feel like I had that mindset at the beginning but I let it go. And lastly is to work smarter not harder because that will only lead to my own burnout at the end of the semester.
ReplyDeleteMy best moment in Price would be the hike to three sisters falls because I feel like it was a really good bonding experience it was right up there with the retreat and the the overall personal growth class.
Motivation for me will not be an obstacle. However, when I sometimes feel like giving up, I always remind myself why I am in college. I also propose myself goals every semester of what I want to accomplish and I write them down on a piece of paper. And I always do my best to accomplish my goals. I have a lot of states that I constantly repeat to myself to keep me motivated. My most recent one is no dream is big enough. Meaning I can accomplish what ever I propose myself with hard work and dedication. My other statements are hard work beats talent and focus, focus, focus!!
ReplyDeleteI have really enjoyed being part of Price. I think this program has made my transition to college more easy. Nevertheless, the moment I have enjoyed the most was when we went as a class to K1 Speed. I had an awesome time racing in the go karts. Also, it felt go to have fun and to get distracted from school.
There are times when I wanted to give up on my education, but I always remind myself that graduating from a college can really make me and my parents happy. My parents would be so happy if they can see me graduating from college because one of their reasons why they decided to come to the U.S. is because they want us to learn and seek for opportunities. The three statements that I can say to myself over the summer and in the future to refocus myself, to find some passion and enthusiasm about my academic career are:
ReplyDelete1) You are here for a reason, and that reason is to make your family and yourself happy in the future.
2) You are here because you want to pursue a career in nursing, and that you want to travel back to the camps in Thailand to help sick people who cannot afford medications.
3) With God, anything is possible.
My best moment in price so far is the retreat at Cedar Glen Camp. It is the best moment because it was the first time where I get to know my price family better, and the first time where we spend our time together.
The first thing I would tell myself over the summer is enjoy the days you have off because when summer classes start is back to the grind.
ReplyDeleteWhen I want to give up I look to my family for motivation. I think of what me getting a degree mean to them gives the strength to just continue.
When I feel like I the work is to hard I just tell myself that I can I just try to always think positive and this semester this has helped me a lot.
So far my best PRICE memory is the retreat and I don't think nothing will ever top that.
I plan to stay committed by sticking with my plans in the first place. I always plan a million things and never actually do them. This semester I will be smarter about picking my classes. I always tend to only enroll in 12 units since I don’t want to overwhelm myself. Next semester I will add an extra class just incase I decide to drop a class like I did this semester. I feel horrible for only completing 7 units this semester. One thing I will tell myself to refocus myself in the future is to actually believe in myself and know my hard work is all going to pay off in the long run. Another thing I will tell myself is to be strong in many aspects and focus on the things that matter the most. Lastly is to stay in school. I know once you take a break it seems like you will go back with no problem but in reality it will become harder on you. I love each and every moment that all of us spend together. One of my favorite memories was when we went to the retreat and all got in a circle and told our fears. It was a moment I will never forget :)
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ReplyDeletePick better teachers I feel that if I have teachers that make me exited and that the class time is a not a waste of time it makes me more exited in doing the work and coming to class.
ReplyDeleteThat I will stay on top of my work no matter what happens
Work hard in school it will pay off
Why not. Just go to class there is nothing else to do
My Best moment being in Price is not a moment but the experience and the people that I have meet I feel that I have made long last friendships and the opens that the group has made. It has help me to be more open minded and even when I think things are falling apart in my life there is someone that is going throw harder times. I should try to not let things stop me from doing what I need to reach my goals.
Three statements:
ReplyDeleteI am going to become more self indulging, find some enjoyment in my own studies, and invest more in others.... maybe make a more superficial side so I may enjoy the life I am in now. I am still a lost on where my mind is currently. I can't decide whether it is appropriate to laugh at where life takes you or to cry.
Something I have always wanted to do was convey thought and feeling through condensed communication. Whether it is in poetry or spoken work, but I always feel this is not possible to where I am now. Maybe my non-motivation and wayless-ness spawns from knowing no matter how complex I feel within and how I wish to bring it out I have accepted how ****ed I am in life. I mean honestly I can never see myself communicate how I truly wished to because no one else around me is there to speak with. If I were to try it would end with me either looking as an arrogant ass or having to deal conversing with some one who is one. And now it has gotten to the point that the only way I can communicate is through mimicry and reaction because I never pursued my way of expressing that I have became so unsure of what may come out right or wrong that I had to repetitively search definitions and spelling of words I already know because my own mind is hijacking itself and trying to shutdown from typing this.
My point is this is how bad it is that I can't chose anymore between running on autopilot or doing as I really please because there is no better outcome.
Sorry for the crappy rant and if I bum anyone out but I was just trying to give Leslie a better understanding of why things are as they are, and I really doubt anyone who does an entry after me could take the time to read mine because you know you are late as it is.
As for my best moment in Price, I honestly can't decide. You all keep me pretty leveled whenever your around.
1- remember why I want to become a professional.
ReplyDelete2- try to enjoy my life as student because when I graduate I will have more responsibilities.
3- i like what im doing, and that keeps me motivated.
The best moment in price so far was the bonfire during the retreat because we shared feelings, thoughts, and experiences and that made us know each other better.
My motivation is always with me, waiting at home. The faces of my two loves, constantly remind me that it wouldn't be fair if I throw all this faith that they are putting on ME.
ReplyDeleteThree statements:
1.- My family is also making sacrifices for me to get an education
2.- I'm not paying for my education, and there is people that doesn't have this opportunity
3.- My family and I will be in a better and stable situation once I finish school
I really don't know an specific moment with Price. I really enjoy been with all of them but I will say the retreat.
The motivation I have at this point in the semester is not feeling like i gave up on myself and the count down of days left in spring semester.
ReplyDelete1. Im going to get better teachers and take classes with friends or people I know won't bring me down or give up in the class because I don't need people like that in my life
2. Make sure I motivation my self and yes i am doing it for my mom and dad but in reality I am doing it for my self because my parents are already grown up and have live life. I need to remember that when i am 60 i want not work and travel
3. Also remembering i have a life outside of school and not let the stress keep me up and not let me sleep I need to find better way to let the stress out .
What keeps me motivated every day through this hard semester is that my family keeps pushing me towards my goal. They know that I just want to graduate city and transfer to a State University. Some of the things that things other then family support is that I love sports even though I can't do any right now because of my knee injury, but being informed about soccer in a daily bases. Also my work site, I enjoy working with those kids. They keep me motivated to pursue my goal, while I;m working on mine own goals I'm helping them build theirs.
ReplyDelete1. Soccer and sports
2. Knowing where you come from and where you want to go.
3. Why am I here? These question keeps me motivated the most!!
Well I can't choose my favorite moment with Price because I enjoy being in every activity. But the one that stayed on my mine was when we had Interviews for our new scholars. I choose this moment because it reminded me that I was in their same situation and I got to meet new people. That is my favorite moment so far.. I'm still waiting for more! :)
A way for me to stay committed to my school goals are for me to constantly remind myself that I need to get through this and that I am doing all of this for me. A way I plan staying connected to my academic goals are for me to discipline myself more by forcing myself to do the things that I do not want to do. One of them is forcing myself to stay organized until it becomes a habit. One of the three statements that I can say to myself over the summer to get through this is
ReplyDelete1. “Everything is okay, this is only temporary!”
2. “You’re doing this for yourself, to become better.”
3. “Think about how far you have come !”
I decided on taking online classes because I feel like I need a break for coming to city , I need to feel like I got a break from coming to school. My goals for my online class I am going to try to motivate myself. I am taking an online class with a friend so that will help me stay on track. I know that I can complete an online class with a good grade, I just need to keep my head in the game.
1. Do Not Repeat Mistakes
ReplyDelete2. Everything Else Can Wait
3. Feet are wet, time dive in lol
My favorite moment was interviewing the incoming scholars and watching all my peers in action really displayed everyones growth together in the last year