The job and internship search can be a long process that has both highs and lows. Anticipate that you will struggle at some point with low energy, motivation and time. This is a common part of the process and most of your colleagues will experience it as well. Here are some actions you can take when you find yourself struggling to stay motivated.

✅ Embrace emotions and mindfulness.

• Welcome the normal emotions associated with a job or internship search and consider approaches like what’s shared in this article to help you address the negative emotions as they are certain to be part of your experience. This article also provides ideas about emotions in the job search and how to infuse yours with positivity. 
• Develop skills for managing stress and anxiety by registering for a Koru Mindfulness course. 

✅ Revisit your time and project management approaches based on what will work well for your style. 

• This New York Times article, “Practical Ways to Improve your Confidence (and Why You Should)” offers a primer on the topic and straightforward suggestions to choose from.
• This  article gives a quick view of Imposter Syndrome with ways to spot it and tips for minimizing it in the job or internship search.

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