“Give me motivation to study. I am mentally exhausted, there has been a ton going on in my life. I need to start studying daily for the MCAT starting today. I have done some studying, but it is not as consistent as I would like. I have multiple outside stressors, a full time medical research job, and I am trying to do more to build my resume before applying in May. I am losing motivation and energy when I need it most. Please give me advice for motivation and how to have more energy. I feel like a shell of my former self. I used to have so much life, personality, and hope. I feel trapped. I know I am smart and capable, but I am trying to find it in my to keep pushing. I have been through adversity before but I feel tired. I'd like some advice please.”

Another soul answered...

Don't burn yourself out, first of all. Before you can conquer anything you have to make sure you are taking care of yourself. I know it can be hard with how busy life is, but it doesn't have to mean taking a long vacation. One night of self care, eating breakfast without media, sitting in silence with yourself for just 5 minutes. Then, study not for now, but for your future. Think about the payout, when you get the job, retiring early, getting a new car/house. Even just knowing you did well on the MCAT, or simply the feeling of walking into the test confident, excited even, and walking out even more confident. You've got this. Don't forfeit living for success, but don't hold yourself back. You are a beautiful, strong, and intelligent person. GOod luck.

Another soul answered...

Small moments of productivity don’t push urself take breaks

Another soul answered...

The MCAT version in my country requires a full year of absolute dedication. If yours is remotely similar, it is obvious you would feel trapped and demotivated because it is absurd to present the exam in these conditions where you are doing a thousand things more. You have only one brain and only 24 hours a day :) Reconsider your life plan friend, before the plan eats you alive xD