1. Plan your Study Times

Research shows that you are more likely to accomplish something if you plan out specifically when to do it.

2. Remember your Why

Anytime you tackle something challenging, you’ll want to quit. I certainly do. Now, when that happens, you need a strong why to keep you going : Why are you pursuing this course? 

If you forgot your why, you might need a couple of things to help you remember. I suggest :

• Create a vision board. Fill it with pictures that remind you why you started. 

• Get a mock diploma and hang it on the wall - tell yourself you need to keep going so you can replace it with the real thing.

• Imagine how great it will be when you really know about something.

3. Remember your Body

It’s so easy to forget that you have a body when you are at your studies. Don’t forget to stand up and walk about a bit, or at least wiggle your toes and sigh, just like you would if you were at a normal university.

4. Remember that you are Not Alone

I may not be in the room with you but I am definitely somewhere in the world. And it’s not even just about you and me. Remember, there are other students, like you, sitting alone at their computers, thinking hard about how much they want to be touched. Imagine them and let their commitment inspire you. Imagine how your commitment might be inspiring them!

Good luck!