HOW TO HAVE MOTIVATION TO STUDY 📚 (even when you don't feel like it!)

[@bee2394]

this video helped me a lot i've been stressing out so much and this gave me a boost of motivation imma go study now thank youuu ❤

[@SmileWithSola]

No problem, best of luck with your exams!! 🥰

[@bee2394]

@@SmileWithSola i genuinely CANNOT thank you enough for your videos

[@millae_]

I feel like I can’t do it even when I set myself a schedule. I know why it’s important and I want to do it but I keep procrastinating and I can’t get myself to do it at all. It’s like a cycle of being anxious about not revising but not revising because I’m anxious and unmotivated to do anything at all besides lay in bed and worry about it.

[@SmileWithSola]

I think you definitely need to try find a change in environment and literally force yourself into a position where you have to do work like I said in the video. I feel like you are overthinking how hard the work will be but when you actually sit down and do it you’ll be like “that wasn’t that bad”. There’s a lot of friction initially but once you actually start doing exam questions / flashcards, you’ll realise that it isn’t that hard. Start slowly and don’t overwhelm yourself so you feel more motivated to start.

[@immy6867]

So true!!

[@immy6867]

I honestly completely understand. I’m literally exactly like this. I know I have to do it, I want to but I can’t. I don’t. For exactly your reason. Personally I found it helpful to talk to someone about this. Make sure you schedule in breaks, I recommend the ‘pomodoro technique’ (20-30mins work, 5 mins break, repeat 4 times then 20 minute break but in the breaks do not go on your phone) and when your studying have your phone in a superset room! I know you can do it. I believe in you 💞

[@millae_]

Immy B thanks man I’ll try especially cuz I have a week left

[@mirandahynesbird9521]

I've never read somthing so relatable in my life

[@skyarmstrong7968]

I hate revising as I procrastinate a lot and feel like I can not do anything. I love your videos as they keep me on track. Please keep making more.

[@Zonelok]

i havent revised much and i have been panicking a lot recently which is made me really stressed, which is damaging my sleep and mindset. so id love it if you made a video giving your input ❤

[@morvenannestewart8237]

Your videos are so helpful, I have adhd and I suffer with many mental illnesses so this really helps. I find doing 4 subjects per day, 2 subjects you find really tricky like maths and a science and 2 you find easier like history or sports studies ❤️❤️

[@Megan-eh5on]

Love ur channel x btw ur so pretty! Skin is glowing

[@SmileWithSola]

Thank you so much! 🥰

[@YumnuP]

Thank you for posting this! I got my exams in 2 weeks and I really needed this 😭

[@Áureakx]

Thank you so much! I have my GCSEs in about two weeks and I know I have worked hard these past two years but I feel like it's still not enough but after watching your video I think it's more the fact that I lack confidence. Thank you 😊

[@anxiousbaddie444]

iam subbing cause if it werent for miss mam right here, i wouldn't have got 86% for bio, 78% for physics and 74% for math which is a DRASTIC change from getting 40s and 50s last year. her tips are SOOOO HELPFUL its crazy; so tysfm ily!!!!!!!!

[@SmileWithSola]

Congrats and thank you!!

[@salwaelshafei8718]

not gunna lie I was loosing so much motivation u managed to put me on track tysmm 🥰

[@unclecondog9807]

Thanks for this I instantly got motivated when you said about the envelope with your results on

[@juliatarajkowicz5768]

Thank you for such a lovely reminder before the exams. I totally agree that taking responsibility for studying is important. It actually changed my experience with maths completely. Once I realised that I can improve, I have changed my mindset. I read “mindset” and it helped massively before embarking my educational journey.

[@Iraa.64]

This video was so helpful.I've been failing everything for the last few years until i came to this channel and started realising what i'm doing wrong. I am getting much better now in my subjects watching these videos that are full of tips and tricks. I love this channel!

[@SmileWithSola]

Happy to help! 🥰 Hope your studies go well!

[@eunice4497]

thank u so much! i’m in year 9 but i’m trying to improve in the subjects that i am weak at, or re-learn the topics that i find difficult on, and it’s hard because most of the days i’m just like “i can’t be bothered” but when i have that good mindset i’m just like “i need to study for my future” then i get motivation. Psychology is the subject i’m weak at, i try to study it but i don’t really get it, this makes me feel bad about myself and i start getting distracting with my phone. but biology is the easiest subject for me because whenever i learn it i understand it and memorise it then any other subject. i am also a slow learner, i feel like i can’t study more then 1 subject a day, i take like hours on it and when it’s my break i basically finish there 😂

[@eunice4497]

i will try to listen to the advice because i know for sure that it would help me. thank u 🙏🏾

[@eunice4497]

also i love ur channel ;))

[@scsuka]

I'm the opposite, psych is my easy 9

[@eunice4497]

@@scsuka wow! i hate the research methods topic, i don’t get it 😭

[@scsuka]

@@eunice4497 the only one I'm trash at 😭😭

[@rheana9644]

your videos are so helpful i think u are such a good speaker and everything u say i can actually take to heart and figure out where you’re coming from. hearing you say everything about giving yourself credit for putting in the effort was so comforting so thank you for that x

[@creativebecky_ra]

Thank you so much, Sola! This was really helpful (and motivational :)) Seeing as i have my GCSE exams in like 20 days, i know what to do to improve in my revision

[@randompersonp119]

Why are you not motivated? You may be burnt out...go everything in a good manner Is ur motivation intrinsic or extrinsic(intrinsic is better...your why?) Make studying very enjoyable Go to a cafe or library maybe Locus of control Hard workers persvere more than ppl who were told they are smart By the end of this year youre gonna pass this with flying colours You are the only one affecting the outcome Motivation is a myth, discipline is key Discipline is doing it even when u dont feel like it...work so much that it just becomes natural You are in control...no one is gonna study for you...even if ppl say they dont study dc focus on urself Have more realistic expectations and goals...or u set urself up for failure...also it helps with motivation Plan urself very efficiently Give urself some credit and appreciate urself The fact ure getting them wrong now neans u wont get it right in the exam

[@chelseajones8621]

Thank you this is just what i needed my exams are nesxt 2 weeks and i was feeling unmotivated but now i know what to do 🥺

[@user-yz3df2fs9q]

Hey , I’ve got 4 weeks until exams , however I haven’t finished doing my resources , e.g : flash cards .shall I still be making flash cards . Or do you have an alternative that I can be doing right now as exams are around the corner . Thanks

[@devashibhikhan8082]

omg yes literally same

[@alishaanimations3058]

Use other peoples flashcards the best you can? Save time and edit flashcards rather than making a whole new batch

[@alexon8885]

I think is better now to do past papers

[@SmileWithSola]

As people have already said, I really recommend exam questions and past papers over everything right now. Only use flashcards for topics you’re particularly struggling with - you won’t have time to go over every single thing and that’s okay. If you have a topic that you haven’t written any flashcards for, use ones people have already made for your exam board and edit if you need to. Good luck!

[@not...not...no.643]

Hiii I recently subbed to ur channel and I love all the subject specific advice and tips u give that u dont find anywhere else x appreciate it

[@nebulaevie4683]

THANK YOU!! you are a lifesaver this is so helpful and has motivated me to revise. thank you

[@StudyWithMe001]

Great advice, Sola - thanks for sharing! Good luck to all my fellow students out here!!

[@nagia7188]

Thank you so much Sola this is honestly the best video i have come across covering this topic. U give such realistic advice and ur so right and i love how you tell us what we need to hear. Thank you so much 🥰

[@SmileWithSola]

No problem, good luck for your exams!!

[@tiarnachantel]

You LITERALLY described me to a T , this encouraged me a lot definitely going to have a motivated revision day tomorrow at costa tysmm girl much appreciated😫💓

[@SmileWithSola]

I'm so glad! Costa was my favourite place to study, have a productive study day!! x

[@DanielTheDuncan]

Swear changing the environment really does help

[@samuelbamfo2567]

great video! thanks sola

[@alishaanimations3058]

1:40 Oh!

[@TrishLee]

First time hearing about locus on control, that is so informative Sola! The mindset really matters when it comes to studying! We might not be the best but we could improve little by little! Thank you for the story and the tips!❤

[@acheeseburgerwchips]

3 weeks to exams n i haven’t done a lick of revision 😭

[@sharkiefamlove]

Thank you for this video, it is very helpful.🌟 I love all your videos.💕 could you please do tips for history gcse next? 💖💕

[@laylarosser2424]

your vids are very helpful thank you

[@aestheticvibbez9913]

im actually struggling with this right now so this is sooooooo helpful tysm xxx i would love a revision video plsss i find myself not able to concentrate on studies i always end up on yt if u have any tips on how to stay focused pls do share it would be so helpful for me

[@chloex971]

Thank you so much, I really needed this ❤

[@PositiveWomenTV]

Positive vibes.

[@altritzy6713]

Can you make a video on how to get 9 in religious studies?

[@user-td1ne6xu7p]

Thank you sm💗 this was so helpful, keep doing your thing beautiful ur amaze:)

[@not...not...no.643]

Yes please can you make a video on what to do in these last 26 days or so. I actually love u as a person and for these vids they make u shine thru and is a unique channel 🥰 Hoping for thousands more subs x

[@SmileWithSola]

I'm defo going to make a video on last-minute tips for exam season! Thank you for supporting my channel! x

[@henna408]

it would be really helpful if u did a video on how to get a grade 9 for computer science . i’m struggling here

[@azebarayamakeupartest9032]

sameeee im on a 4 and i rlly want to get a 6/7 but we have 3 weeksssss :(

[@SmileWithSola]

I'm going to film this video next!

[@slickjumpedoverthelazydog]

really good video love your videos

[@rushiyandi7453]

Can u upload a video on how to study from past papers?

[@theacademicfix2210]

I really love your channel

[@SmileWithSola]

Thank you!! 🥰

[@aayan491]

thanks for this

[@ayshanoor6244]

Hey, please could you make a video on how to revise if you haven’t already started to revise. Thank youu x

[@samz_m1]

Pls do history next 🙏🏾

[@josephkayode8981]

I'm watching this video to avoid revsing at yr 10 mocks 1

[@laibaali8868]

would u suggest listening to music to motivate u ??

[@SmileWithSola]

Yes, music can make studying more enjoyable but make sure the music doesn’t have words / isn’t too distracting or it can be counterproductive

[@laibaali8868]

@@SmileWithSola thank u so much

[@jameslaw5788]

how do u make flash cards because ive tried but its so messy and I just have to look through spec and do exam question

[@SmileWithSola]

I really recommend watching my how I get a grade 9 in science video - I talk you through how to use the specification to make flashcards! I’ll try make a more detailed video sometime in the future!

[@juliethmoreno9251]

I don’t know how to do exam questions, i never know the answers to them and I’m never able to find it in the book, I’m also bad at technology so when i try finding the mark scheme i cant or dont understand what it says

[@DerpCookie157]

ty! :)

[@slickjumpedoverthelazydog]

can you do a video on exam stress

[@Il0vescarecrow]

9:17 please please do this video, it would be so helpful

[@golden_lemony2786]

I think timetable -ing has been my biggest issue, I constantly overrun subjects I'm supposed to do at certain times, I don't know how long I should study for, when to take breaks etc, if you could do a little video on how to make a timetable without straining your mind or working for 5hrs I would be most grateful Thank you for all the useful content you've been putting out 🙏 Edit: another question is, do you think it matters how well you do in your yr 10 mocks? Like, does it affect your Yr 11 gcses or mocks in any way?

[@SmileWithSola]

I talk about timetabling more in my video about 'how to get a grade 9 in any subject' so be sure to check that out! Year 10 mocks don't really mean anything because you have an entire year to change your grade. However, you should try your best to see what your weaknesses are so you can take this into account for year 11

[@golden_lemony2786]

@@SmileWithSola Thank you for the advice! ❤️

[@ZeroWinz]

i mean in year 10 i got 6s in everything and i didnt revise at all and now in year 11 mocks i revised like 3-4days before all exams and got 7,8,9s and the only rzn i dont have motivation is like i keep feeling like i didnt try hard at all on my mocks and i got good grades surely i can wait more and it keeps happening...

[@fennixwinter]

i cant lie i have never revised in my life and always am able to get the grades i need but i wish i was able to revise but cannot get my mind to focus. adhd is a bitch

[@SmileWithSola]

Try to go to the GP / get some learning support - it will really help you!

[@fennixwinter]

@@SmileWithSola :) Thank you only 5 more exams to go and I think I've done alright so far :))

[@SmileWithSola]

@@fennixwinter That's great! Good luck for the rest of your exams :)

[@user-y1206]

First here 🙂

[@unknown-xb1mg]

i have my year 10 mocks in 2 weeks and i am soo stressed should i be and should i be revising 12 hours a week ?

[@SmileWithSola]

There isn't a specific number you should be revising for, just try to do 2 hours of active revision per day. As important as mocks may seem right now, they are not THAT important in the long run so please don't burn out over them. Try your best and that's all you can do - it's the year 11 exams which mean the most, so save your endurance for that.

[@slickjumpedoverthelazydog]

can you do a video on revision time tables

[@SmileWithSola]

I talk about timetables in my how to get a 9 in any subject video! ❤️

[@slickjumpedoverthelazydog]

@@SmileWithSola thanks

[@diamond-zb6rl]

Can I achieve 3 Bs in a level in one month ????

[@youandmestefan4798]

I believe my son hates England and the GCSE exams and his not at all interested and motivated to study for. How can I help him? Looks like he doesn’t give a SH about it. 😕 Any advice would help!

[@kevin084life]

Where were you when I was in school?! 😂

[@mediahackz90]

Make the video ✋✋

[@footballspothub]

does the environment you study in matter

[@SmileWithSola]

Yes, try to study in an environment where you are less distracted & in an environment different to where you relax. This means your study sessions will be more effective and you'll have to spend less time!

[@narendargurjar3260]

Your pretty tqvfof help