I planned to do a lot of stuff while at MBA (gym, sports, new language) but I feel like I wasted the first year just relaxing, traveling and hunting for an internship.

How do I get motivated to achieve the actual goals I set out for myself?

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Maybe just accept that you spent the first year getting acclimated and don't get too down on yourself. And then set up a reasonable plan to go after your goals. A lot of times it's just a matter of breaking the ice, getting started on something will energize you. And then come up with a schedule that lets you do the extra stuff you'd like to pursue. You may find you just don't have time for all of it, so prioritize what's most important and just know you'll get to the other stuff when time allows. Just keep it practical, move from step to step, and the big picture will take care of itself.

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I feel the same way, OP. Feel like the first year was a waste, which sucks because the transition time is understandable, but we're also shelling out money for that...

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