Many schools provide opportunities for students to enjoy long holidays before the holidays and after the end of semester exams. However, going back to school after a long vacation sometimes triggers fear and anxiety. You just need to go back to school, how hard is it? If the same questions are weighing you down, this article explains how to overcome your reluctance to study after the holidays and generate motivation to study so you're ready to go back to school.
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Part 1 of 3: Restarting Your Study Routine in Comfort
Step 1. Determine the target to be achieved
A few days before starting school, write down the activities you want to do during the next semester, whether it's social, intellectual, or physical. This step can reduce anxiety when you think that you have to go back to school because you have already planned what you want to do, for example:
- Meet new friends
- Join a club or form a club
- Got good grades
- Maintain body fitness
Step 2. Complete the schoolwork that must be completed
If there are no assignments to do during the holidays, take the time to read the last assignment for each subject that is done before the holidays. That way, you don't forget the material you learned in class and the assignments you did at home last semester.
Take the time to reflect on how to do the tasks that have been implemented so far. Think about whether or not you need to improve your routine of doing tasks because this is the right time to make changes
Step 3. Interact with friends
Invite friends to gather to buy books or school supplies needed. In addition, you can tell each other about activities you did during your vacation or plans to continue your studies.
If friends haven't had time, find the right time to gather
Step 4. Write down fun things you want to do
Think of something you're looking forward to after you return to school, such as going on a field trip with your classmates or realizing a plan to conduct a science experiment. By making a plan, the fear is replaced with the enthusiasm to go back to school.
Step 5. Be patient as you prepare to resume your school routine
Instead of feeling anxious, try to motivate yourself to get ready for school again. However, don't push yourself as this can take 1-2 weeks. For that, get rid of negative thoughts so that you can prepare yourself as best you can by telling yourself:
- "After a long holiday, it's natural for me to feel nervous when I go back to school, but everything will be fine!"
- "Many children are as excited about going back to school as I am, but at least I can meet my friends! I can't wait to tell you about my vacation."
Part 2 of 3: Have a Good First Day
Step 1. Adjust your sleep schedule if needed
During the holidays, you may get used to getting up late or sleeping late, making it difficult to start your school routine again. To restore your sleep schedule, you will need:
- Restart the school routine a few days to a week before starting school again.
- Open the window blinds every morning to let the sunlight into the room.
- Eliminate the habit of eating late at night.
- Limit consumption of stimulants, such as caffeine and energy drinks.
Step 2. Pack your school bag and prepare the clothes you want to wear
When the holidays are over, maybe you need to get used to the school routine. Therefore, put your study needs in your school bag and prepare the clothes you want to wear tomorrow morning before going to bed at night so you can save time and not stress when getting ready for school. The confusion in the morning can take up more time than it should. So, prepare everything you need the day before so that the first morning of school goes smoothly.
- If you bring lunch to school, prepare it at night to bring tomorrow morning.
- Take the time to make a list of things that need to be prepared. Write down all the equipment that must be brought to school, such as textbooks, calculators, pencils, notebooks, and others.
Step 3. Make sure you get a good night's sleep before going back to school tomorrow morning
Lack of sleep is bad for the body because it can cause acne, weight gain, difficulty concentrating, and annoyance. Take care of your health by getting a good night's sleep to ensure that the first day of school after a long holiday goes well. Everyone's sleep needs are different, but teens usually need 8½-9½ hours of sleep each night.
Step 4. Start getting ready earlier than usual
The first day of school after a long holiday usually feels different than the previous days so it takes more time than expected. Try to get up earlier than usual so that there is enough time to make sure your preparations for school go smoothly and that you bring everything you need to school.
Step 5. Eat a nutritious breakfast
A surefire tip to get you excited about going to school again is to eat a high-fiber, fat-free protein breakfast. Whole grain breads, eggs, yogurt, and cottage cheese can lift your mood and keep you energized throughout the day.
Eating a nutritious breakfast every morning is useful for improving memory, body strength, peace of mind, and mental health
Step 6. Make time for moderate-intensity exercise
Exercising for a while before going to school makes your pace lighter so you feel better prepared for what's to come. In addition, light exercise is beneficial for blood flow so that the brain receives more oxygen. That way, you stay awake and able to concentrate. Do the following activities for light exercise:
- Bicycle
- Star jump
- Muscle stretching
- On foot
Part 3 of 3: Forming Good Habits
Step 1. Make a schedule of activities with the family
Even if you are an only child, parents may not be able to record all their activities and monitor your daily schedule. Help them make a schedule by including your schedule of activities on a calendar, for example to:
- Exercising
- Club activity
- Take a test or exam
Step 2. Stick to a consistent schedule
The days leading up to school feel more comfortable and enjoyable if you start to carry out your daily routine consistently. In addition, you can apply a sleep schedule and study with discipline.
Step 3. Invite parents to discuss
In addition to telling parents about learning activities, share how you feel. They can suggest ways to overcome your reluctance to go back to school or suggest ideas that keep you motivated. When talking to parents, tell them, for example:
"Dad, the holidays are just around the corner, but I'm really lazy to go back to school. How about we go to the cinema next week, but just the two of us. Would you like to give me a gift so I'm excited to study again?"
Step 4. Be prepared for the unexpected
The best activity schedule can still change due to uncertain things. Whether you have to take your final semester exams or hang out with friends, chances are that you need to change your daily schedule. Work on making adjustments until you find the most appropriate schedule. If you have a long holiday next time, going back to school feels very easy.
Tips
- Prepare yourself as best you can. Being late for class can trigger stress, especially when you don't want to go back to school.
- Going to school without eating breakfast can save you time, but you'll have a hard time concentrating. If you don't have time to eat, head to school with an apple, granola bar, or banana.
- Make sure you have everything you need ready for the first day of school again.
- Get in the habit of checking the contents of your school bag before going to bed at night. Put the books in the bag sequentially starting from the first, second, and so on. Make sure all the necessary study supplies are in your bag to save time in the morning.
- Don't forget to set a timer so you don't wake up late because you overslept!
- Introduce yourself to new friends in class.
