<![CDATA[Motivation for studies]]>Motivation for studies can stem from various sources, including personal goals, passion for the subject, career aspirations, and the desire for self-improvement. Setting clear objectives and visualizing the benefits of achieving them can help maintain motivation. Additionally, I’m trying to surround my daughter with supportive peers, seeking mentorship, and celebrating small achievements along the way can provide encouragement)

Wish u luck)

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/topic/76605/motivation-for-studiesRSS for NodeThu, 23 Apr 2026 11:50:26 GMTMon, 15 Apr 2024 17:53:30 GMT60<![CDATA[Reply to Motivation for studies on Tue, 03 Oct 2023 15:26:27 GMT]]>Here is one of my students’ story, hope can inspire you.

At first, he studied merely to meet his parents’ expectations. But everything changed when he took a part-time job at McDonald’s during his holiday break.

Working long hours for hard-earned money, he gained a newfound appreciation for financial independence. He also realized that attending a better Junior College would provide him with more life choices.

This realization ignited a passion for studying. He poured himself into his academics, pushed his limits, and embraced every learning opportunity. His transformation was astonishing. Finally, the acceptance letter arrived from his dream Junior College.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/2119981https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/2119981Tue, 03 Oct 2023 15:26:27 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Motivation for studies on Mon, 06 Jun 2022 08:12:59 GMT]]>May I know if there is anything from MOE curriculum for primary and secondary school in Udemy?



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Sometimes doing something together with friends can help. I didn't understand the fun of study groups until I was in university! (What a shame.)

Also, when at tuition, do teachers really take the time to see what the students are feeling or do they just crack the whip?

Learning is not easy. In fact, our brains are wired to avoid deep thinking! But if we reach people on an emotional level, it opens the doorway to explore learning together.

Other options for learning could be Udemy or Khan Academy. Khan Academy is free and the explanations are divine.

As for the suggestion of getting a job: I didn't think I'd go to university. Then after working in a sawmill for 3 months, I realised I love learning and went back to school and became a straight A student! Now a double degree holder.

Best of Luck

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/2069704https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/2069704Mon, 06 Jun 2022 08:12:59 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Motivation for studies on Mon, 06 Jun 2022 08:06:37 GMT]]>

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Have motivational quotes plastered across the study area
This works for me but my children... er... 😂

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/2069703https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/2069703Mon, 06 Jun 2022 08:06:37 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Motivation for studies on Mon, 06 Jun 2022 07:55:55 GMT]]>This topic is close to my heart because I used to be a Tiger mum. But over the years I discovered that sometimes helping my child doing what he loves may be the way to help him to focus on his studies. It may sound unrelated but the thing is that passion and confidence in one aspect of our lives can spill over to others as well. Is there something that he loves that help to reignite his passion for life? Is there a EAE project that he is passionate about? A sense of satisfaction doing what he loves could change his state and indirectly getting him motivated in his studies.


However, I think rather than motivation that is changing depending on mood or external factors. Building habits is longer lasting. I highly recommend two books: Atomic Habits by James Clear and Grit by Angela Ducksworth. Atomic Habits is all about making simple little adjustment that is easy to accomplish and can have lasting, compounding effects. Grit is about passion and perseverance. It is said that it is only that you have passion in something you can then have the perseverance that leads to grit. And that is where one find the higher calling in life. Often we are lost because we don’t have the WHY to carry on. This is prevalent in youths because they are still searching for themselves. Start With Why by Simon Sinek is one great book about purpose. When I say higher calling, it need not be something out of this world like being the next Elon Musk but it could just be something that resonate with the child. He thinks that is something important to him and how he wants to live.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/2069701https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/2069701Mon, 06 Jun 2022 07:55:55 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Motivation for studies on Fri, 10 Sep 2021 00:19:41 GMT]]>My sister’s daughter is like that also. I heard from my sister that they applied their daughter to different online classes and see which one will work for her. They found one that helps her remember stuffs faster and longer. She is in her 2nd week in that said online class. My sister said that even she has been learning a lot from said online class

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/2037263https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/2037263Fri, 10 Sep 2021 00:19:41 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Motivation for studies on Sat, 08 May 2021 14:42:20 GMT]]>Perhaps, rewarding the child will help up the motivation for studies.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/2023244https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/2023244Sat, 08 May 2021 14:42:20 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Motivation for studies on Fri, 06 Nov 2020 09:52:02 GMT]]>I am having the same sentiments too…


So hard to parent ;(

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/2001602https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/2001602Fri, 06 Nov 2020 09:52:02 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Motivation for studies on Wed, 24 Jun 2020 09:55:50 GMT]]>The main thing is to understand and listen to your kids

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1982135https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1982135Wed, 24 Jun 2020 09:55:50 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Motivation for studies on Mon, 20 Apr 2020 03:29:52 GMT]]>Good effort.👍

Wishing you all the best

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1971893https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1971893Mon, 20 Apr 2020 03:29:52 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Motivation for studies on Tue, 02 Apr 2019 04:53:31 GMT]]>There are times our children suddenly feels demotivated… We as parents just have to be ready with that and make sure to be there for your child…

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1904636https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1904636Tue, 02 Apr 2019 04:53:31 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Motivation for studies on Wed, 13 Mar 2019 07:32:31 GMT]]>My daughter used to be very motivated but this year she’s changing. Really hoping someone can give me some tips as it is PSLE year and I find myself in a no-win situation no matter what I do. This is not the year to rock the boat!

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1902492https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1902492Wed, 13 Mar 2019 07:32:31 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Motivation for studies on Fri, 18 Jan 2019 03:39:15 GMT]]>

chickamums:
Motivation is something I struggle with for my eldest too. Specifically how to get him self motivated. After all I can’t poss be pushing him all the way. I thought this book was interesting, although have to confess I only finished reading chapter 1 so far 😂



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My wife has been looking for this kind of book. I will definitely buy this for her. Thank you for sharing!

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1895162https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1895162Fri, 18 Jan 2019 03:39:15 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Motivation for studies on Sun, 13 Jan 2019 07:20:43 GMT]]>Motivation is something I struggle with for my eldest too. Specifically how to get him self motivated. After all I can’t poss be pushing him all the way. I thought this book was interesting, although have to confess I only finished reading chapter 1 so far 😂



https://i.postimg.cc/PJGyrKKM/016-AF8-D3-CE4-E-4-E76-8-A21-A3-E4939-D1-E90.jpg\">

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1894245https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1894245Sun, 13 Jan 2019 07:20:43 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Motivation for studies on Tue, 01 Jan 2019 09:32:27 GMT]]>Break the material down into chunks. …Create a study routine. …Be clear about why he want to get good grades. Of course, give him a reward!

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1892443https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1892443Tue, 01 Jan 2019 09:32:27 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Motivation for studies on Mon, 12 Nov 2018 11:11:09 GMT]]>I believe you may want what he wants to be or which subjects he can easily study

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1883220https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1883220Mon, 12 Nov 2018 11:11:09 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Motivation for studies on Fri, 02 Nov 2018 00:48:04 GMT]]>i bought Chicken soup book for my daughters be the Best You Can be... after reading that book..her motivation is increasing... 🙂

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1881856https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1881856Fri, 02 Nov 2018 00:48:04 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Motivation for studies on Wed, 29 Aug 2018 15:44:47 GMT]]>Have motivational quotes plastered across the study area

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1871409https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1871409Wed, 29 Aug 2018 15:44:47 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Motivation for studies on Wed, 13 Jun 2018 02:05:08 GMT]]>Achieving this goal will make your child feel accomplished at the end of their study session. Reward them when they were able to complete their goal. Think of a small way to reward them when they’ve met their goal. If they’re in the middle of a study session, you can let them take a quick walk, eat a granola bar, or listen to a favorite song.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1852099https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1852099Wed, 13 Jun 2018 02:05:08 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Motivation for studies on Thu, 17 May 2018 12:41:18 GMT]]>i think motivation to study hard could only be induced from some place within ur child’s heart. i think surrounding her with smart ppl, without demeaning words, will cause her to naturally seek to study harder, as it is human nature to compare oneself with others

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1848367https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1848367Thu, 17 May 2018 12:41:18 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Motivation for studies on Wed, 09 May 2018 06:28:15 GMT]]>Use some condition for his break. If studies for 1 hour he will get his fev food or weekend trip.Or use another tricks like inspiring songs

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1846917https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1846917Wed, 09 May 2018 06:28:15 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Motivation for studies on Wed, 18 Apr 2018 17:37:56 GMT]]>I think a good talk would do. If he is not working hard, it could very well be because he is not inclined towards the subjects he is working on. A friend of mine was in EM3, and eventually became a LKY scholar, topping ITE and being exceptionally adept at technology related projects. Support him no matter what 🙂

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1843712https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1843712Wed, 18 Apr 2018 17:37:56 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Motivation for studies on Thu, 20 Jul 2017 07:04:02 GMT]]>My son is always tired and sleepy when I call him to study. I get really upset with him easily. However, I can’t scold him because my mother-in-law pampers him a lot…anyone has any suggestion??

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1786036https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1786036Thu, 20 Jul 2017 07:04:02 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Motivation for studies on Fri, 07 Apr 2017 03:13:01 GMT]]>

Inspiration:
:?: I have two boys aged 12 (sec 1) & 10 (p4) this year. My younger boy is weak in his studies despite attending school remedial and home tution. I am lost as to how could I help him to be motivated.

\"Weak\" and \"unmotivated\" are 2 separate issues, though one can affect the other. Try to figure out what the root issue is - if it's motivation, is it lack of discipline, boredom, attention-seeking? If it's weakness in any particular area (reading, maths etc) - which, and why? No single solution works for everyone.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1765940https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1765940Fri, 07 Apr 2017 03:13:01 GMT