Increase Students' Grit and Motivation by Making Tasks Anti-Boring

Do you want to boost your students' grit and endurance so they don't shy away when things feel hard or boring?
So, here's the deal: I'm prepping for jaw surgery, and one of the things I've been doing is trying to lower my resting heart rate by hitting the treadmill. I've got to get that heart rate up to 130 or higher and sustain it for 30 to 60 minutes - trust me, it can feel like some pretty boring work.
But guess what? I'm the queen of all things anti-boring! I've got a knack for making even the dullest tasks exciting. As I was powering through this treadmill session, I found myself thinking about how many aspects of life we just tolerate and push through - relationships, work, and, yup, school. 🏫
I mean, isn't there a better way to handle this? Instead of just suffering through, how can we make things more enjoyable? 🤔
I've got some ideas, and it might just be the most important skill we can teach our young ones (aside from kindness and love, of course). It's all about recognizing when something feels like a grind and finding ways to make it less boring.
So, in this video, I'll share some tips on how to bring more joy and play into your life, even when you're tackling the tough stuff. Because who wants to push through life when you could be dancing through it? 🕺
Now, I challenge you: think about something you're tolerating right now and see if you can spice it up a little bit today. Share your experiences in the comments below - I'd love to hear how you're adding some excitement to your life!
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Gretchen Wegner is the industry expert in what every student needs to know about studying, and what every parent and educator needs to know about how to inspire students to study. Find out more about her coaching, courses, and community at www.gretchenwegner.com