How to keep yourself motivated while pursuing your nursing studies

How to Keep Yourself Motivated While Pursuing Your Nursing Studies

Nursing needs you to continually update your skills and knowledge in the healthcare industry through different courses that count towards your annual CPD hours. So, it might be quite tough to stay motivated while studying nursing, especially when it comes to the longer courses.

In this blog, we will discuss ways that you can keep yourself motivated when you feel discouraged and overwhelmed.

Set realistic goals for yourself

Setting goals is a fantastic method to organise your study time and maintain motivation. According to research studies, writing down the steps that we need to take, and our goals increases the likelihood that we will accomplish them. Writing down what has to be done also helps prevent the procrastination that can come after being inspired.

It always feels good to check items off your list or cross them off. This positive feeling will assist you in keeping you focused on your studies.

Never be reluctant to seek assistance

Lack of motivation might result from frustration about not understanding how to finish a task because you are unsure of where to begin. Ask your instructors or other students for assistance if you find yourself in this situation.

Asking for assistance helps dispel feelings of dread or hopelessness. Your motivation and ability to complete your task or assignment will improve once you have a better understanding of it.

Utilize your time wisely

Everyone is aware of someone who waits until the very last minute to turn in assignments, finish readings, etc. This last-minute hurry may cause tension and anxiety, which may discourage you from finishing your coursework.

Establish a timetable that allows for frequent study sessions so that you may finish your work gradually and without the pressure of a deadline.

Take a break from your nursing studies

Although taking a pause to recharge your brain may seem counterproductive, it will help you fight weariness, which can cause demotivation. Take advantage of your study breaks to unwind. You could go for a walk, work out, meet up with friends for coffee, or engage in an enjoyable activity.

Celebrate your accomplishments

Celebrating your successes, no matter how small, helps in keeping you motivated while you’re studying nursing. Having positive thoughts about your studies and staying on track will help you feel good about yourself when you achieve your goals.

The objectives can be as straightforward as participating in class if you have trouble speaking in front of others, finishing an assignment ahead of schedule, or assisting a fellow student who is having trouble with a certain idea.

Maintain your concentration

Nursing school involves a lot of studying. Sometimes it’s challenging to concentrate on studying when you have notifications from your phone, hear someone else in your home watching your favourite show or have children or animals that require your care.

It’s simple to feel disappointed and demotivated when you can’t concentrate while studying, which is why it’s important to select a peaceful, distraction-free study place that works for you. Since almost anyone is good at multitasking, it’s crucial to concentrate on the activity at hand that matters the most right now and that is your studies. Establish a study space where you can concentrate and remember what you are learning so that you feel knowledgeable. You’ll be more motivated if you have confidence.

Get enough sleep

You must set aside time for yourself in order to obtain enough sleep, regardless of how impractical you may believe this is. Some advantages of getting enough sleep are enhanced alertness, higher mood, increased energy, better attention, more stamina, stronger motivation, better judgement, and improved learning. Obesity, cardiovascular disease, hypertension, diabetes, and mood disorders can all result from lack of sleep. Make a routine plan to go to bed and wake up. Make sure your bedroom has enough ventilation, a comfy bed, and a temperature that is neither too hot nor too chilly. Just use your bedroom for sleeping, without any laptops or televisions. Avoid eating large meals right before bedtime in the late evening.

Create a study group

According to research, students who study with peers retain about 90% of what they learn, compared to students who study alone in class, who only recall about 60% and 10% of what they read. Not to mention that studying alongside others can boost morale and offer encouragement. Get together with a handful of your fellow nursing students and collaborate to exchange study strategies and enhance your performance.

Conclusion

Hope these tips have given you a good idea in helping you stay motivated during your nursing studies. If you have any further questions or need assistance in choosing the right nursing course, please feel free to contact our student counsellors at MWT Education Consultancy who are ever ready to assist you in all your endeavours.