I feel you on all of this!!! For what it's worth, this time around I'm more clear on my "why" for going to law school than I ever have been when I studied in the past, so I'm motivating myself through the lens of imagining what being a lawyer will make possible for me in terms of my broader dreams.

Tbh it's been so hard from a time management perspective while working full time at a demanding job. I'm accepting that there's literally only so many hours in the day and consistency is more important that rigid perfectionism.

As far as mental health, having my "toolbox" of things that help me restore and come back down to earth is vital - something simple that always helps me is lying down on the floor. It sounds silly but it makes everything feel way less serious and helps me get back into my body after being obsessed with getting everything done in my head.

Maybe ask yourself what would make studying feel more fun and satisfying to you? Whether it's romanticizing going to a coffee shop or studying in bed (like me) and allowing myself to complain but still show up for it every day even if I can't always do the same amount of hours. Fifteen mins here and there is sooo much better than nothing.

7sage has been a helpful tool, and using their study plan function has allowed me to structure my time with tangible goals in mind. Also, having the app on my phone has been good because whenever there's downtime wherever I am, I can do something quick that keeps the skills fresh in my mind.

I am still figuring out how to manage this but just know you're not alone and you are capable of doing hard things and showing up for your dreams!!