Reward Your Progress
Viva prep is a necessary part of getting ready. No tasks are particularly difficult, but if you are already tired, busy or stressed with regular work and life, then they can seem like more chores to get done.
There are lots of things you could do to help you stay motivated:
- Keep a to do list to cross off and show your progress;
- Ask friends to keep you accountable by checking in with you;
- Reward yourself for getting things done.
The last suggestion might be really helpful. Can you incentivise your own progress? What could you set up as a small treat for reading your thesis? Or for completing a mock viva? Would an extra break be enough or do you need something more tangible?
It’s not for everyone, but if you need the motivation to help with your viva prep, consider what you can do to reward your progress.