Birds are singing, the days are getting longer and everyone is getting outside a little more. Along with that comes the temptation to put your piano practice on the back burner. How can we keep motivated? Here are a few ideas:
1. Instead of practicing after school, try to get up a little earlier and get some of your work done before school.
2. Plan to give yourself a treat---like going out to a movie. Place the exact amount of money required into a jar beside the piano. If you miss a practice a dollar is removed and not replaced until you practice again. Give yourself one week to acheive the movie award.
3. Place a reminder to practice by your outdoor footwear and jackets.
4. Like the NIKE commercials says, "Just Do It".
5. Set a timer and practice for 15-20 minutes followed by a one hour break outside. Then come in and set the timer again for 15-20 minutes etc.....until your practice is complete.
6.Realize the virtues of self discipline and become more internally motivated rather than relying on your parent/teacher to do that for you. You can do it!!!
7. Have a check list of all that needs to be accomplished during your day. Do not allow yourself to go to sleep until it is all complete. You can even set up a time schedule to follow. The reward for getting your tasks complete is enjoying the outside!!! You will be out there before you know it.
8. Remember that recital is in 6 weeks and you would really like to impress your friends and family with your performance. So create some awesome invitations and hand deliver, mail them or invite via a social network. So now all you have to do is prepare accordingly. Plan a celebration dinner or party for everyone at your home after the recital!! Preparation is everything for a successful performance!!
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