This week I share one of my all-time favorite movie series, Rocky. If you haven't gotten a chance to see any of the Rocky movies (all are good except Rocky V), they can be very motivating. The general synopsis of each film is as follows: Rocky is struggling with his will to beat his opponent, who seems to be unbeatable. Typically this struggle stems from his wife Adrian's concerns about him getting hurt fighting. After resolving Adrian's anxiety, there comes a moment in each film where Rocky finally commits 100% to training and beating his opponent with Adrian's support. It is these montages in each film that gets me pumped and motivated to beating my opponent, in this case, the EPPP. Here is a montage clip from my favorite Rocky, Rocky II. Happy Friday!
Friday, September 7, 2012
Weekly Inspiration and Motivation
I gotta admit, after studying for roughly 2 months, it's tough to stay motivated, especially when you are working a full-time job already. Back in college during finals time, I made it a tradition to play motivating and inspirational movies in the background while completing those never-ending term papers. They somehow kept me feeling optimistic and fostered that fighting spirit needed to push through a lengthy and grueling task. Each week or so, I hope to share some motivation with you.
This week I share one of my all-time favorite movie series, Rocky. If you haven't gotten a chance to see any of the Rocky movies (all are good except Rocky V), they can be very motivating. The general synopsis of each film is as follows: Rocky is struggling with his will to beat his opponent, who seems to be unbeatable. Typically this struggle stems from his wife Adrian's concerns about him getting hurt fighting. After resolving Adrian's anxiety, there comes a moment in each film where Rocky finally commits 100% to training and beating his opponent with Adrian's support. It is these montages in each film that gets me pumped and motivated to beating my opponent, in this case, the EPPP. Here is a montage clip from my favorite Rocky, Rocky II. Happy Friday!
This week I share one of my all-time favorite movie series, Rocky. If you haven't gotten a chance to see any of the Rocky movies (all are good except Rocky V), they can be very motivating. The general synopsis of each film is as follows: Rocky is struggling with his will to beat his opponent, who seems to be unbeatable. Typically this struggle stems from his wife Adrian's concerns about him getting hurt fighting. After resolving Adrian's anxiety, there comes a moment in each film where Rocky finally commits 100% to training and beating his opponent with Adrian's support. It is these montages in each film that gets me pumped and motivated to beating my opponent, in this case, the EPPP. Here is a montage clip from my favorite Rocky, Rocky II. Happy Friday!
Monday, September 3, 2012
Back from a brief hiatus
Hi Everyone,
My apologies for not writing much on the blog lately - I have been amidst a multiple state move and trying to get my life settled at my new post-doc.
I have some how managed to (barely) keep up with my study schedule using PsychPrep. I've actually been surprised at my test scores and have remained on par for where I should be, regardless of my minimal study time and adjusting to a new job.
Also, the winds appear to be changing as to where I will be applying for licensure. I originally was going to apply with Iowa since they have no written or oral exam beyond the EPPP. You pass = you're done and licensed. Now though, I have been told by those applying for jobs that being licensed prior to completing post-doc could be a serious advantage, and I am looking at applying in Ohio, one of the many "new law" states that allows pre-internship hours to count towards licensure. (If anyone has feedback on this, please comment!) I'm not sure yet whether this is do-able since the documentation my academic program may not be sufficient, but hopefully I can press forward. Either way, I am still looking to take the EPPP in November.
I'm hoping to do some more upcoming posts on additional resources for EPPP studying, ABPP, applying for licensure in a "new law" state, and my process in completing my application with the National Register. What would you like to hear more about?
My apologies for not writing much on the blog lately - I have been amidst a multiple state move and trying to get my life settled at my new post-doc.
Also, the winds appear to be changing as to where I will be applying for licensure. I originally was going to apply with Iowa since they have no written or oral exam beyond the EPPP. You pass = you're done and licensed. Now though, I have been told by those applying for jobs that being licensed prior to completing post-doc could be a serious advantage, and I am looking at applying in Ohio, one of the many "new law" states that allows pre-internship hours to count towards licensure. (If anyone has feedback on this, please comment!) I'm not sure yet whether this is do-able since the documentation my academic program may not be sufficient, but hopefully I can press forward. Either way, I am still looking to take the EPPP in November.
I'm hoping to do some more upcoming posts on additional resources for EPPP studying, ABPP, applying for licensure in a "new law" state, and my process in completing my application with the National Register. What would you like to hear more about?
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