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Milky
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Why don't I want to study ???
I am grade 8 I am from Addis Ababa Ethiopia
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Bright Komor
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Hello there . I hope this should help a bit .
It's completely normal to feel unmotivated or unsure about studying, especially at your age. Many factors can contribute to this, such as feeling overwhelmed by schoolwork, not feeling passionate about the subjects, or struggling to see the purpose behind studying. It might also be that you haven't yet discovered what truly excites you or where your interests lie.
Here are a few tips to help:
1. **Find What Interests You**: Explore different subjects and activities to discover what you truly enjoy. Sometimes the lack of motivation comes from not being inspired by the material.
2. **Set Small Goals**: Instead of focusing on everything at once, break tasks into smaller, manageable chunks. Completing small tasks can give you a sense of accomplishment and motivate you to keep going.
3. **Talk to Someone**: Sometimes, talking to a teacher, counselor, or family member about how you’re feeling can help. They might offer advice or support to help you through this period.
4. **Take Breaks**: Balance your study time with breaks or activities you enjoy. Overloading yourself without rest can make studying feel like a chore.
5. **Think About the Future**: Reflecting on what you want to achieve in the future, whether it’s a dream job or personal goal, can help you see how studying fits into the bigger picture.
It's okay to feel lost sometimes, but discovering your interests and setting small, achievable goals can make studying more enjoyable and meaningful.
Good
Luck
It's completely normal to feel unmotivated or unsure about studying, especially at your age. Many factors can contribute to this, such as feeling overwhelmed by schoolwork, not feeling passionate about the subjects, or struggling to see the purpose behind studying. It might also be that you haven't yet discovered what truly excites you or where your interests lie.
Here are a few tips to help:
1. **Find What Interests You**: Explore different subjects and activities to discover what you truly enjoy. Sometimes the lack of motivation comes from not being inspired by the material.
2. **Set Small Goals**: Instead of focusing on everything at once, break tasks into smaller, manageable chunks. Completing small tasks can give you a sense of accomplishment and motivate you to keep going.
3. **Talk to Someone**: Sometimes, talking to a teacher, counselor, or family member about how you’re feeling can help. They might offer advice or support to help you through this period.
4. **Take Breaks**: Balance your study time with breaks or activities you enjoy. Overloading yourself without rest can make studying feel like a chore.
5. **Think About the Future**: Reflecting on what you want to achieve in the future, whether it’s a dream job or personal goal, can help you see how studying fits into the bigger picture.
It's okay to feel lost sometimes, but discovering your interests and setting small, achievable goals can make studying more enjoyable and meaningful.
Good
Luck
George F Spicka
Compose Music \ Play Jazz Piano \ Curator of Paleontology
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George F’s Answer
Hi Milky, there could be a number of reasons for lacking motivation. Here are a few possibilities.
1. You're depressed. If yes, it could be from a situation you're aware of, but haven't confronted. It's tougher with things that are locked in the subconscious.
2. You've been pressured to study something you're not all that interested in. Maybe you once did have an interest, but that changed over time.
3. Perhaps it brings up uncomfortable memories, or maybe a type of phobia.
I feel it's important to believe in yourself. We all go through times of difficulty, wondering what to do next.
Try not to blame yourself, others, or harbor resentments. That will wear you down and sap the energy that you need to give to yourself. Even if there is a source of irritation, it's up to you to directly deal with it. However, there will be those who will listen to your frustrations and help you in working through your difficulty.
In times of stress, you may wish to read "Desiderata," written by poet Max Ehrmann. It tends to have a calming effect.
Here is a link - https://www.desiderata.com/desiderata.html
Good luck, George
1. You're depressed. If yes, it could be from a situation you're aware of, but haven't confronted. It's tougher with things that are locked in the subconscious.
2. You've been pressured to study something you're not all that interested in. Maybe you once did have an interest, but that changed over time.
3. Perhaps it brings up uncomfortable memories, or maybe a type of phobia.
I feel it's important to believe in yourself. We all go through times of difficulty, wondering what to do next.
Try not to blame yourself, others, or harbor resentments. That will wear you down and sap the energy that you need to give to yourself. Even if there is a source of irritation, it's up to you to directly deal with it. However, there will be those who will listen to your frustrations and help you in working through your difficulty.
In times of stress, you may wish to read "Desiderata," written by poet Max Ehrmann. It tends to have a calming effect.
Here is a link - https://www.desiderata.com/desiderata.html
Good luck, George
Dr H
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Ah, Milky, sounds like your brain is just taking a little "vacation"! 🧠 Sometimes, our minds need a break from all that info overload, especially at your age when everything feels like a constant learning marathon. The key is balance—mixing study time with fun activities that spark your interest. Scientifically speaking, your brain needs both rest and stimulation to stay sharp, so try finding subjects or activities that get you excited and tie them to your study goals! When studying feels like a game, you won’t even notice you’re working. 😜🎮
If you want tips or anything to help you start with any topics or subjects let me know maybe I can help you study it in a fun way. I provide my students with humor and fun in their presentations and helps them understand and learn better so you can always check the sites and youtube videos for studying if books arw making you snooze out. After a while your brain will want to go back into the books for a drift.
So dont worry just give it sometime and know a laugh and advice is out here for you always!
If you want tips or anything to help you start with any topics or subjects let me know maybe I can help you study it in a fun way. I provide my students with humor and fun in their presentations and helps them understand and learn better so you can always check the sites and youtube videos for studying if books arw making you snooze out. After a while your brain will want to go back into the books for a drift.
So dont worry just give it sometime and know a laugh and advice is out here for you always!
Saint P
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Saint’s Answer
Hey Milky!
it sounds like you're feeling stuck with studying, and that's totally normal! Sometimes, it can be hard to stay motivated, especially in Grade 8 when there’s so much going on.
Maybe it’s because the subjects don’t feel interesting, or you’re just not seeing how they connect to your life. You might also be dealing with distractions, like social media or hanging out with friends, which can make studying seem less fun.
Another thing is if school feels overwhelming or if you're feeling a bit stressed, it can make it harder to focus. If you don't have a clear routine or schedule for studying, it can also feel harder to get started.
It might help to remind yourself of why studying is important for your future and try to make it more fun, like using videos or quizzes. Setting small study sessions and taking breaks might also make it less stressful.
What do you think? Do any of these things sound like they’re playing a part?
Good Luck!
Saint
it sounds like you're feeling stuck with studying, and that's totally normal! Sometimes, it can be hard to stay motivated, especially in Grade 8 when there’s so much going on.
Maybe it’s because the subjects don’t feel interesting, or you’re just not seeing how they connect to your life. You might also be dealing with distractions, like social media or hanging out with friends, which can make studying seem less fun.
Another thing is if school feels overwhelming or if you're feeling a bit stressed, it can make it harder to focus. If you don't have a clear routine or schedule for studying, it can also feel harder to get started.
It might help to remind yourself of why studying is important for your future and try to make it more fun, like using videos or quizzes. Setting small study sessions and taking breaks might also make it less stressful.
What do you think? Do any of these things sound like they’re playing a part?
Good Luck!
Saint
deontae beard
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deontae’s Answer
I learned that individuals like us dont want to study because we are more complex intuitive thinkers, so we tend to wanna comprehend and understand so that it comes natural to recall the information. studying is fine for some but for others i believe studying is just not enough, so id say go into the work without feeling like you have to live inside the box of just the study material you have in front of you. study material is like keys to unlock doors to a more enriched way to think about a subject or the work. When i did math i always believed that if i could work these problems out, i could unlock parts of my brain that were not accessible before. To my surprise it worked and it seems like after figuring out those tough math equations, in life, i can now touch anything and it works for me because my brain doesnt stop at the information it proceeds to pick at the locks of the doors of my mind until i get them open. Take your information seek video documentarys on the sections, movies, news articles, whatever helps you understand the subject better, take Jordan Peterson is a great canadian psychologist research his youtube video on beauty and the beast and watch how he took his study and applied it to a way that he could use the movie as a way to convey his message for his student to understand the work.
Philip Massi
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Philip’s Answer
It’s normal for young people not to enjoy studying. They are highly intelligent and at the peak of their learning potential. The problem is that the education system often fails to start with the most important step: helping them understand why studying is so important.
One thing young people—and children in general—often lack is an understanding of the consequences of their actions. That’s why kids frequently put themselves in dangerous situations.
I could tell you that studying guarantees your future and a good job, but let’s go a bit deeper than that.
The main reason to study is indeed to secure your financial future, but you probably don’t like studying because that goal feels too distant. Nowadays, simply studying is no guarantee of financial success; what you really need is a plan.
I assure you that as an adult, if you lack money, you’ll face many challenges and frustrations. So, I suggest creating a plan for yourself—a plan to make your future better.
Start by thinking about what kind of work you’d like to do. Once you decide, look for people in that field and find out if their lifestyle is appealing to you. Consider if their daily routine is enjoyable and if their income and achievements would be satisfying for you. If not, you can always adjust your plan—there’s still time.
Once you find a career that interests you, move on to the next part of the plan: study everything that will help you get there. Having a clear goal makes it much easier to stay motivated.
And remember one crucial thing: studying won’t guarantee wealth, but failing to learn anything will almost certainly guarantee a difficult life as an adult. If you reach adulthood and regret not being prepared, it might be too late to start over.
One thing young people—and children in general—often lack is an understanding of the consequences of their actions. That’s why kids frequently put themselves in dangerous situations.
I could tell you that studying guarantees your future and a good job, but let’s go a bit deeper than that.
The main reason to study is indeed to secure your financial future, but you probably don’t like studying because that goal feels too distant. Nowadays, simply studying is no guarantee of financial success; what you really need is a plan.
I assure you that as an adult, if you lack money, you’ll face many challenges and frustrations. So, I suggest creating a plan for yourself—a plan to make your future better.
Start by thinking about what kind of work you’d like to do. Once you decide, look for people in that field and find out if their lifestyle is appealing to you. Consider if their daily routine is enjoyable and if their income and achievements would be satisfying for you. If not, you can always adjust your plan—there’s still time.
Once you find a career that interests you, move on to the next part of the plan: study everything that will help you get there. Having a clear goal makes it much easier to stay motivated.
And remember one crucial thing: studying won’t guarantee wealth, but failing to learn anything will almost certainly guarantee a difficult life as an adult. If you reach adulthood and regret not being prepared, it might be too late to start over.