Motivation theories: Beliefs Be full of your beliefs. It motivates.

Our beliefs pave the way to success or shrink us. If you live your beliefs you
can turn the world around. Choose your beliefs carefully and make it your life.
Think of it, keep your dreams alive and live on that idea. All things are
possible for those who believe. To achieve success you require faith and
belief in yourself, a vision, strong determination and above all hard work.
Believe something only after observation and analysis, when it agrees with
reason and is likely to happen.
We are what our thoughts have made us; so take care about what you think. Words are
secondary. Thoughts live; they travel far. Swami Vivekananda

What makes physics difficult?

Many students think and say, Physics is difficult. A major student-related

factor, such as not studying more have the most influence on students

success in physics. Students find physics difficult because they have to

compete against different representations such as experiments, formulas and

calculations, graphs, and conceptual explanations at the same time.

Physics is cumulative. If you miss one concept, it is hard to grasp the next one

Physics is very abstract

Physics requires good mathematics

Physics has theory & formulas to be learned

Physics cannot be learned without mathematics background

Physics as a discipline requires students to make use of a variety of methods of understanding and
to translate from one to the other-words, tables of numbers, graphs, equations, diagrams, maps.
Physics requires the ability to use algebra and geometry and to go from the specific to the general
and back. This is what makes learning physics difficult for students. One of the many reasons that
could lead to students downfall in Physics are:

Lack of enthusiasm and interest and not studying more

Not reading the textbook and practicing many problems
Working only assigned problems and not doing homework
Lack of prior experience and physics background
Lack of higher level mathematics

Facultys Role
Students views about physics and their difficulties of understanding need to be realized by faculty.
Each aspect of training, i.e., preparing and employing the course curriculum, choosing the right
course textbooks, class-work, home-work, MCQs testing need to be designed having students
views about their difficulties.
Faculties need to maintain consistency between students lab experience/tutorial sections/lecture
and homework.
Provide student with enough examples, real life applications, and problem solving particularly
conceptual questions in class
Relate to MHT-CET difficulty level questioning with what student solve in the class

Diet and Exercise tips for students

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Exam season usually brings with itself exam fever, anxieties, pressure and stress. However, to
succeed, you not only need rigorous preparation but also a positive attitude and calm and de-
stressed mind.
Plan your studies
The best way to cope with exam is to perform according to a planned time-table. Planning helps
in eliminating last minute panic. Ensure that you revise your complete syllabus, and everything is
fresh in your mind before going for an exam. Never indulge in last minute studying as it is bound
to confuse you, leading to stress. Study to your levels best, and then hope for the best. Get out
regularly into the fresh air for a break and have a balanced and healthy diet too.
Here are some simple tips for diet and exercise:
The Importance of Natural Diet
SMART people eat smart and live longer. Good nutrition boosts performance. We should learn
to select and control our diet in such a manner that they supply all the need of our body, insuring
health and strength without the use of medicines. A healthy diet provides the right balance of
carbohydrates, fats, proteins, vitamins, minerals and water. It keeps the body running and to
reduces the risk of chronic diseases.
A balanced diet consists of whole grain cereals, sprouts, fruits, vegetables and nuts, eggs and
fish. These foods help to increase memory by releasing neurotransmitters i.e., chemicals
responsible for transmission of signals in our mind, storing and accessing information when
required.
Start your day with a heavy Breakfast:
Do you know that the right nutrition starts every morning with our breakfast? Our body consists
of 100 Billion cells that need 114 nutrients every day. Skipping our breakfast will decrease our
blood sugar level under the normal level, as a result we are hungry, drop concentration and our
energy is very low. Consequently we feel strong cravings for more carbohydrates during the day.
The excess of carbohydrates makes the pancreas work at constant overload.
The ideal breakfast contains protein, fat, and carbohydrates. It could be:
A bowl of whole grain cereals with low fat milk and fruits added to it
or
Toast sandwiches with vegetables added and a glass of fresh fruit juice
or
Brown bread toast or oats, upama or poha, idli or dosas besides cereals, milk, fruits or juices
Eat whatever suits you, depending of course on your eating preferences.
Certain types of food promote sleep while others inhibit it.
Foods to Eat
Leafy, green vegetables, whole grains whole wheat, brown rice, and oats that have soothing
effect on the nervous system and the mind. Carbohydrates that boost serotonin and promote
better sleep, mushrooms, fruit especially mulberries and lemons that calm the mind.
Foods to Avoid
Coffee, Tea, Spicy foods, processed foods, Junk foods, Cola, Chocolate, Stimulant drugs,
Alcohol, Refined carbohydrates (They drain the B vitamins.), Additives, Preservatives, Non-
organic foods containing pesticides. These are best to avoid. They inhibit brain function and
reason for deficiency in mental and physical alertness and activity.
Stimulants like tea and coffee causes sleep disturbances, tension, anxiety etc.
Proper diet and exercise are the mainstays for a healthy lifestyle. Lack of exercise can increase
the risk of diabetes, heart disease, and stroke.
Drink up! Human body needs water in so many ways!
Drinking water is so important for good health. Our body is estimated to be about 60 to 70
percent water. Feeling low or tired are signs of dehydration. We lose water through urination,
respiration, and by sweating. Thirst is an obvious sign of dehydration, and in fact, we need water
long before we feel thirsty. Carry a bottle with you when you are working, traveling, or
exercising and drink at regular intervals. You can add a bit of lemon with plain water for flavor.
Consume at least 10-12 glasses of water per day.
Its significance: (a) Regulates body temperature (b) provides means for nutrients to travel to all
our organs (c) transports oxygen to cells (d) removes waste (e) protects joints and organs.
The Benefits of Exercise :
Everyone knows that regular exercise is the key to a healthy lifestyle. Simple exercises like
walking, Jogging/Running, skipping, swimming and cycling would certainly benefit our health.
Regular physical activity can improve our mood and the way we feel about ourselves. It could
keep us away from health disorders like Heart Disease, Stroke, Obesity, Back Pain,
Osteoporosis etc.
Have Fun While Studying
If you find studying uninteresting and difficult, there are ways to change your mood.
(a) Dont study continuously for hours at a stretch.
(b) Take short breaks after every one or two hours as it helps to increase efficiency.
(c) Listen to music without lyrics or words, however if you are diverted avoid it.
(d) Get some healthy snack without much calories to treat yourself.
(e) Create a study area with proper lighting, comfortable sitting arrangement, adequate
ventilation and good temperature level.
(f) Take a walk and just observe the weather outside, talk to your friends and relatives for a
while, turn newspapers, find whats there in kitchen,
It would work supremely for the relaxation of your mind. Simply deep breathing every 10
minutes is a good way to relax.
Avoid sitting on the computer for long hours as it strains your eyes.