9 tips for back to school
Summer is coming to an end and the exciting but also stressful period of Back to school. Is it also difficult for you to get back to school life after the summer vacation? With our 9 simple tips, you'll make it easier for yourself to start school so that you're there right from the start and get the best out of yourself.
1. Get organized
Before the first day of school, organize your documents, textbooks and stationery in peace and quiet. A tidy workplace promotes concentration and prevents you from losing important materials. You're also mentally preparing yourself for the start of school — and that's completely relaxed. You could also redesign your work space to make it more cozy and inviting. How about a few plants or a matching decoration? Search Pinterest and get inspired! Tips for suitable keywords: “Inspo desk” or “home office decoration”.
2. Set goals
Before you start school, think about which targets you want to achieve, whether in specific subjects or extracurricular activities. Make sure that they realistically are to avoid frustration. It is even better if you also consider like you can achieve your goals.
Here is an example:
- Concretely formulate the goal: “I would like to review my vocabulary in English more regularly this year, i.e. 10 minutes every school day. ”
- Name motivation: “That way I'm better off with the material and I'm more relaxed before tests and school assignments. ”
- Consider how you'll achieve your goal: “To do this, I set a reminder on my smartphone and in return I will be a Vocabulary app use. ”
- Verify success: “I mark every day that I've studied with a star on my calendar. ”
With this method, you can easily create a small roadmap for your goals right from the start of school.
3. Plan your time
School, homework and free time... is your schedule full? Set a schedule to balance everything and reduce stress. Prioritize important tasks and also consider which tools you would like to use to organize your everyday life. You could use your phone's calendar or search for useful apps. Also plan times for Relaxation and leisure one. At first glance, keeping a calendar seems complex, but it makes you more relaxed because you always know what's going on and can also set aside time for nice things.
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4. Find motivation
When you find out what you're excited about, use it as driving force. It could be a specific subject, hobby, or goal that you want to achieve. Maintain this interest during the school year to motivate yourself even when times are tough. Schedule times to focus on your hobbies.
Swap yourself too with like-minded people Off: So choose a study group or social environment in which you feel supported. The exchange of ideas sparks new motivation Back to school and helps you stay tuned.
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5. Accept help
If you have difficulties in a subject or with personal problems or concerns Struggle, don't hesitate to ask for help. Teachers, your circle of friends and classmates can offer you support. Dare to ask! Especially if the start of school causes you a lot of anxiety or anxiety, there could be something behind it where you need help.
Possible points of contact if you have something on your mind:
- Liaison teacher or school psychologist
- Your parents
- classmates
- Counseling centers, youth centers
- Online advice and hotlines
- Trustees outside of school: If you don't feel comfortable at school, contact other trusted people outside of school who are close to you and can help you.
No matter which point of contact you choose: It's okay to ask for helpwhen you need it. Sometimes it's hard to talk about personal issues, but there are people who will listen to you and offer support.
6. Stay positive
Back to school can be really stressful sometimes, but still try one positive attitude to preserve. Focus on your Progress and successes, even if there are setbacks. If you don't manage to stay positive, that's okay and completely normal, of course. Then try the path of acceptance: “It's stressful right now and maybe I'm not feeling well, but that too will pass.”
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7. Stay healthy
Make sure you get enough sleep, a healthy diet, and exercise. A healthy lifestyle helps to increase your well-being and helps you to be more balanced, even if starting school is challenging.
8. Discover your interests
How about using the school year to discover new interests and talents? Get involved in extracurricular activities, clubs, or sports that you enjoy and give you a break from everyday school life. Take time to think about everything you're interested in and what you've always wanted to try out. It works best with pen and paper and simply start writing on it without thinking too much. Perhaps the start of school also invites you to make another fresh start!
9. Reward yourself
Set yourself milestones and reward yourself when you achieve them. A small reward increases your motivation and supports you on your way to success.
Getting back to school might be overwhelming at the start, but we hope we can make it a bit easier with these tips. Stay organizes, find yours motivation And stop your goals — this is how you start With momentum into the new school year and make the best of it. We wish you every success with the start of school! 😍
