Let’s face it
If motivation were a person, it would be that unreliable friend who says “5 minutes mein aa raha hoon” and never shows up. Every student, at some point, has battled the mysterious force called “lack of motivation”. Whether you’re preparing for board exams, college assignments, or the latest “online course that will change your life”—sometimes, even opening the book feels like climbing Mount Everest.
But don’t worry. You’re not lazy. You’re human. And also, you’re desi. That comes with its own set of motivational drama.
1. The Pressure Cooker Syndrome
“Beta, Sharma ji ka beta already finished his syllabus!”
Sound familiar? Welcome to the eternal comparison Olympics. When you’re constantly pressured to perform, study becomes more about fear and less about curiosity. And fear isn’t exactly a great motivator—it just makes you want to sleep… or binge-watch.
2. The Distraction Dhamaka
Why study when there’s a new meme format trending? Or when your friend just sent a “life-changing” reel on Instagram? Add online games, cricket matches, and random 3-hour “power naps” to the list, and boom—your entire study plan is now in shambles.
3. The “Why Am I Even Doing This?” Crisis
Halfway through solving a trigonometry question, every student eventually asks:
“How will this help me buy groceries in the future?”
This existential doubt is the mother of all demotivation. If you can’t see the purpose, your brain hits the brakes. No dopamine, no motivation.
4. The Loneliness Lollipop 🍭 (Not So Sweet)
Many students silently feel alone. Whether it’s lack of support, nobody to talk to, or studying in isolation, motivation tends to fade when there’s no one to cheer you on. Because let’s be real—studying alone feels like dancing at a baraat by yourself.
5. The Routine Rut
Wake up. Open book. Scroll phone. Procrastinate. Panic. Sleep. Repeat.
This cycle is more dangerous than a WhatsApp forward from your overly spiritual aunt. When life becomes a routine of repetition, the brain gets bored. And when the brain is bored, motivation says, “Main resign de raha hoon.”
So, What Can You Do? (No Gyaan, Only Real Talk)
- Break your tasks into mini-goals. Instead of “Study all 5 chapters today”, try “Read 2 pages without dying”.
- Find your reason. Not Sharma ji’s beta’s reason. YOURS. What lights that spark?
- Use the 25-minute rule. Study for 25 mins. Take a 5-min break. Works better than your phone alarm.
- Talk to someone. Even a rant with a friend can lift the fog.
- Don’t guilt-trip yourself. Every student has off days. You’re not a robot—unless you are, in which case, reboot yourself.
“Motivation is what gets you started. Habit is what keeps you going.” – Jim Ryun
And sometimes, a strong chai helps too.
Lack of motivation is not failure.
It’s just a signal that something needs adjusting—your pace, your purpose, or maybe just your playlist. So, don’t beat yourself up. Take a deep breath, stretch your legs, and remind yourself why you started.
Also, yes, kal se pakka can be today—if you let it.
