It's officially the end of the semester. It's only a matter of time before we can sink into our Netflix binge, hibernation and Christmas cookie coma. As the semester ends, professors have decided to load you down with end-of-semester projects, papers and exams. And if you're like me, then you forgot your motivation at home after Thanksgiving Break. So here are some "Lord of the Rings" inspired study tips and motivational quotes.
1. Crying isn't the answer.
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As stressful as it is to have a dozen papers due in a week, panicking is only going to drag out the process and make you feel worse.
2. Accept that you must study.
The wizard knows you spent the evening looking at memes about finals week instead of studying for that exam, so get off of Facebook, Tumbler, and Instagram... and hit the books.
3. Caffeine is a beautiful thing.
Grab your favorite mug and fill it with coffee, tea, soda or hot chocolate because you'll need the caffeine and sugar.
4. Don't procrastinate.
You have a choice between watching an hour of Netflix or working on your paper; choose wisely.
5. Start the assignment.
6. Get hyped for the battle.
Grab you textbooks, laptops, coffee and some upbeat fighting music, because it's time to run into the volcanic inferno of Mount Doom to work through these papers.
7. Find your Sam.
Whether it's a study buddy or a good friend to pump you with caffeine and force you to sit down and stop procrastinating, your Sam will always have your back.
8. Avoid distracting people.
You know who they are. Keep your distance for a few days, they will forgive you.
9. Find a peaceful study location.
Do you work best outdoors, in a cave, at the Prancing Pony, or in your hobbit hole?
10. Don't let yourself be tempted.
The precious is beckoning to you to go to that party, or do a "Lord of the Rings" marathon, but you must resist the temptation.
11. Eat well-balanced meals.
Breakfast, second breakfast, elevensies, lunchon, afternoon tea, dinner and supper.
12. Get plenty of rest.
The road to Mordor is rough, and you may have a paper due in 24 hours, but you can only pull so many all-nighters before the burden of the ring takes it's toll.
13. Know what you must do.
You've had limited sleep and lots of stress, now everyone is starting to see the toll it has taken on you. You know what you need to do, but try not to get snippy with your Sam.
14. Don't lose hope.
These are the last few major assignments of the semester. Just know that you will make it through.
