Monday

Initium Est Dimidium Facti

"Once you've started, you're halfway there." This old Latin proverb (see title) has been around for a long time, and with good reason. Starting something, whether a savings account, a paper, or a scarf, puts you on the road to your destination.
This week, try to begin the projects you have remaining in the semester. First ask, "what, exactly, do I have left to do?"
  • Reading? Spend an hour looking over your books and articles and figure out how to create a study guide for your final. Strategize the time slots for reading specific sections. Find background material on the assigned topic if necessary.
  • Writing? Choose a topic or a thesis, begin your research, or organize a structure for your paper. Go back to the syllabus or written assignment and analyze what you are being asked to do. Think about your plan, and take notes.
  • Sermon? Start by reading your text and taking notes on what you notice about it. Move to commentaries or other resources.
  • Stressed out? Begin to walk or to listen to music or to buy some groceries. Don't worry about finishing for now - just start!

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