Student Lesson 1: The Power of ‘Why’
Stop what you’re doing right now (please).
Let’s get ready to answer some DEEP questions …
If you want to smash your exams (and succeed in life for that matter), you must understand the power of the ‘why’.
It’s something so important, but so underrated…
You won’t believe the exact same 5 words we hear from hundreds of our students:
“How do I stay motivated?”
And we always reply with another question:
“Why haven’t you dropped out of school yet?”
Woah.
That’s probably the last thing they (and you) expected to hear from a tutor, but it’s the most important question you should be asking yourself in senior school.
The fact you haven’t dropped out of high school at the end of year 10 (usually) means 1 of 3 things:
- You hadn’t really thought much about your future.
- Your parents didn’t let you.
- You want to go to university.
Whichever camp you belong to, answer these simple questions before moving on to the next lesson:
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Why am I still in school?
e.g., my parents are forcing me, I want to get into medicine, etc.
What grade do I want? Why?
e.g., I want a 99% to study law. I want to help others, and above all, be like Saul Goodman.
Anything and everything is a valid answer, so long as it is true to your own individual passion (not of those around you).**
Why did I choose my subjects?
If the subject was compulsory, think about how it can help you in your career).
Try to think about at least 2 positive aspects of each subject- focus on what makes them fun or helpful in the real world.
e.g., Analysing texts in English may not directly help me do well in my degree, but critical thinking and analytical skills definitely will. Learning how to persuade others will help me win arguments and with asking for job promotions.
Where do I see myself in 5 years?
Can be as abstract and adventurous as you want, it’s your dream after all!
How would I feel if I didn’t make it?
Don’t forget about this one. We’ll explain why thinking this way is important in future lessons.
