Self-efficacy works. True story.

(Thank you, Bandura...and Rosie.)

Yes, we can!

For those of us (me!) who are in a bit of a slump and wishing we (I) never had to see another flashcard/outline/quiz again, this is for us (me).

After a much-needed pep-talk session with EB (see Re-regrouping), I decided to focus my studying on an area where I had some street cred before I took out the studying equivalent of shark repellent and dove into I/O. Great idea, Batman! I got out the Research/Stats materials and today I feel like I could save Gotham from the evil nemesis, EPPP. Translation--I got a shot of self-efficacy from reviewing materials that were already a fair strength and it made me feel good.

Newsflash: self-efficacy works.

I'm awesome.

Here's my recommendation for the day. When you are planning your study strategy (or re-planning, re-replanning, etc), put some self-efficacy building materials in there. Take a break from the toughest stuff and give yourself a task that is challenging, but only optimally, to get that self-efficacy boost. It has been especially helpful in the lowest of low morale/motivation times. I feel like I have a little more 'mo now, which I will take any which way I can get it. :)

Good luck out there, fellow superheroes!  

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