Wow, the last tip was truly an eye opener, so glad you included it! It really adds another layer of perspective to the other tips. So helpful, like always, Amy. Thank you for this great video! I'm actually starting to see my own results thanks to your advice. 🤩

I'll leave this comment to come back in 2026 as student in my dream university

Choose your HARD.

As an Asian kid growing up, I received intelligence praise and a lot of pressure. I’m named after two doctors. Therefore, I stopped applying effort because I was labeled “smart.” When I started failing, my ego shattered and I embraced a heavy learned helplessness. Can you do a video on the praise for intelligence vs praise for effort? Too many parents naively praise intelligence

"Every atom in your body pulls you away from being productive" 😂😂 Again, another great video, Amy! That drive advice was fire, btw, Having a solid "why" fuels motivation and keeps you on track toward your goals. Lastly, that advice about picking your hard was A BIG ONE!

the fact that your dad would learn math competition techniques during his break makes me sob. like im actually crying 😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭 thank you for this video. im supposed to graduate this month and have A LOT of work to accomplish. wish me luck 😭

only recently i made a little google doc about my whys and they were the exact same reasons as what youve mentioned. Made me feel deeply connected to you as not just a content creator but as a member of this wholesome community that youve build of people who are try hards and are proud of it.

Motivation is the WHY, discipline is the HOW.

I went from a 2.7 in HS to a 4.0 in uni. I’m in my last year. This kind of content is how I’ve been thriving. Only after HS did I begin studying how to learn. I only wish my teachers taught me this stuff. It’s as if academia is all about the results instead of the how. Subscribed. Legit thx for your content!

I have been struggling with motivation lately, and I've been a straight A student since literally elementary school, so this has been tough. thank you for this advice!

' every hour, every minute tha i delay i make myself less likely to give what I want to those I love' an eye opener thank you amy!

I gave an important exam few days ago which I worked really hard for and it went really bad... I had a burnout and decided to rest for some days but that rest turned into a slump and my another important exam is less than a month away... it was so hard to get out of that slump but then i watched this video and I'll quote your words "Everyday, every hour and every minute that I delay, I make myself less likely to give what I want to those I love" and paste this on my study wall to keep myself going. Thank you so much! i genuinely mean it

Did You Know?? My dad also says that to like LEGIT all my relatives... My parents moved to Canada and my dad who used to own a multi-millionaire company, drove a garbage truck and worked at pizza stores. My mum worked at a daycare even-though being a chartered accountant. Your words are so motivational and make me really emotional..... I want to do it so I do my side for my parents because they did sooo much eventhough being the first-generation family. I asked my dad for a toy last year but he couldn't buy it because of our financial situation. 2 years after, he remembers it and brought me it again. Your words really stick to my heart. I love you thanks so much!!!

Leaving this comment for 2025 when I'm In college.

Amy said what I've been wanting to hear for so loong. My drive goes way beyond academic success since I've wanted to achieve a whole new life that is incredibly hard to get to. Studying is just a way to get there, so the key is remembering the core of the goal, the main WHY, not just romanticizing studying.

I can relate a lot to what you said at 5:25 . My dad has an excellent knowledge in math, so if I was struggling with a problem he would spend HIS time studying and going through it with me. I am driven by the sacrifices my parents made for me, so I want to make them proud.

the "is motivation a lie :o" part is so relatable, especially the parents and my drive xD

im in my first year of uni and I've been feeling so demotivated. subjects were way harder than they were in hs, and as someone who was always top of the class, it was an eye-opener. your videos help!

I really appreciate how you were open and honest about your background and the sacrifices your parents made. I have a similar story and I have been taking things for granted so far!! This is exactly what I needed! Thank you so much for this reminder!!❤❤

You are a very brilliant woman, Amy! Thank you for this video. We truly appreciate it. ❤

Yesterday I had a statistics exam that went horrible, my motivation to study for my next exam was very low. I forgot why I was even doing all of this. But then I came across this video, and it opened my eyes. I made a list with my goals, and why I want to have my degree in criminology. The list is hanging above my desk, now whenever I feel less motivated I just look up at the little list and just instantly get motivated again. Truly thank you soo much! And good luck to all the students ! Keep going you are doing great!

I just want to thank you. You are definitely one of the best KZfaq channels I have discovered.

I am so glad i stumbled upon your channel. You truly made me realise that i want to achive something without knowing why i want the result so bad. Thank you so much, now i know what i have been doing wrong and now i know were to start fixing❤

The strong sense of identity part is so true. I wake up everyday and remind myself that I'm "that girl". So I exercise in the morning, coz that is what "that girls" do, I study everyday coz that is what "that girls" do, I am kind to people, I have a hobby which i practice everyday coz that is what "that girls" do.

I feel like I am behind everybody and that everybody knows more than me as I am student

i technically already knew all of this within myself, but still needed a reminder, thank you! also props to your parents for raising you well, it clearly shows :D you seem like a very nice person

the tiny laugh in the end was cute lmao. Thanks for the video girl! it's actually true that it's important to develop good habits and aura for when we are still in our not-so-adult teen phase because when we grow up and when We are out there on our own and figuring out our life, it won't be easy to be able to sustain without the good habits.

And thus Amy has clarified through this vlog that 'motivation' alone is just a word that basically refers to 'short' bursts of mental energy to accomplish something, but 'long' term motivational mental energies to accomplish goal relevant tasks come from the DRIVE and the WHY! Life is a marathon, not a sprint, so rather than going after those 'short' bursts of mental energy, find your DRIVE & WHY which are actual motivation. Now that's the narrative that needs to be promoted rather than 'shallow pump you up' so called motivational tropes. And the following 2 quotes mentioned in the vlog encapsulate the notion of DRIVE & WHY really well: “It is our CHOICES, Harry, that show what we truly are, far more than our abilities.” ~ Albus Percival Wulfric Brian Dumbledore (This quote has always been something, hasn't it!) Regarding discovering the WHY: "You have to keep on peeling back the layers of the onion and go really really deep until you cannot go deeper anymore." ~ Amy herself Also, when you mentioned David Goggins, Amy, it reminded me of his book " Can't Hurt Me". That book is a massive powerhouse! And that "You are my WHY." was such a valuable surprise! Thank you!

you are a sweetheart with so much beauty and dont mean only physical but your aura and your energy. Your eyes radiate kindness and thats worth more than all your achievements combined. No matter were life takes you and i wish you MANY MANY SUCCESSES always keep your kindness . thank you from a fellow student

thank you for this! since the pandemic started i have been struggling so hard to get to who i was back then... i was an achiever and like you it was my identity as i always get high grades and always do my best in everything i do,,, but when i got to college it's like i got tired and forgot my drive, i always knew that something is wrong but i can't figure out how to fix it. Thank you for this video because i think i heard what i needed to hear especially now that i'm already graduating and had continuous failing grades, it's been really hard and demotivating but i'll push through it's not too late

I appreciate you and your parents so much ❤️ Thank you for this beautiful video!

I am having a break between my study sessions, I have to say Amy’s content is always motivating.😌☺️✨

I don't know where did you come by, but this whole piece is not motivation at all, instead is a complete true inspiration!! I mean I didn't know what was I after when I typed in study but kind of thus is exactly what I truly wanted to hear and relate to!!! Thank you so so much Maam!!

I'm currently studying for the bar exam which is in 61 days, and this was very much needed. Your words as well as your excellent editing reminding me of how good it feels to achieve something I've worked hard for and to see my full potential represented. I'm also struggling w other positive habit-forming, so I think i will definitely return to this video in future to help me get a grip of what's important. 💕

I don’t want a 4.0 gpa. We don’t have that here in India. My goal in life is to become a mathematician or a physicist, and I really want to pursue my higher education in Germany. I spent two years learning the language. I’m also the only one in my class who isn’t taking any extra classes other than school and I’ve gotten straight As so far, even while having a lot of fun pursuing other hobbies everyday. I’m 14 and in tenth grade, so I’ll be having my board exams in February, which are considered a big deal in India. Crossing my fingers 🤞

idk how to thank you, ive been always feeling like im doing something wrong in life or pursuing something that is inauthentic to me when i didnt even know what i even wanted to have as a career. ive finally realised that i have the exact same goals from you in life. to exploit my potential and to make my parents proud. idc what im doing in life as long as i know im doing something that compliments my potential and makes my parents proud of me. thats what my passion and why is aswell. thank you really.

Thank you so much for making this video, I really need it 😭❤

Thank you for this. I think I've been unmotivated for a while to do things, but that sense of urgency is always there, sometimes we just forget about it :)

I loved this video💙Thank you for your encouragement!

I am so greatful that I saw this video today. Your videos made me realized how drive is far more powerful to have than motivation. It's the whys that keeps us going no matter how hard are things. Thank you for making me realized why I should keep going.

thank you so much for the video

Wow thank you so much for this video the “why” part really changed my aspect of thinking, I went deep into my thoughts and thought about it so well that it actually made me get up and study. I’ve never seen a video this effective :)

"IF YOUR WHY IS CLEAR, YOUR HOW IS STRONG" As an fellow asian i completely agree with that part where how our parents had their childood VS ours. New subscriber here. 🖐✋

I just discovered your videos on KZfaq and it truly motivated me when I needed it most. I'm following you now and look forward to learning more

Great to hear your story! It really inspired me😊. Thanks for sharing!!

found a sister !! . i have no sister but today i felt like you are my elder sister guiding me . thanku so much love you infinity 🥺💖💖

Im an international student, I have been always thinking about how to be better in highschool. Although I thought I tried my best I believed that I had not done anything yet, I felt bad about myself for not procrastinating and studying well. I tried to plan but felt many times, something I know that I could do better is that I should only focus on my self and stop comparing myself to others. Doing and keeping silence is the thing I am going to look forward to doing. Thank you alot

wow you just cleared a cloud in my head on why i should studyy... i have a really important exam coming up you really motivated me to study... thank you

Thanks for this, Amy. May God bless you ur such an inspiration ❤

i really appreciate you making this video !

Hello Amy!! I have no words to express how have you motivated me throughout a period I have been seeing that change in me and particularly the videos that you make keeps me going and I am so thankful and grateful that you really understand our problems and using your tips in my daily life is proved to be a great success and now its like in part of my life. Thank you so much for your awesome tips I am now capable enough to say that now I am satisfied with my grade and there is just more and more growth downfall now has no scope in my life. Lots of love

I have the same personality like you, almost similar incidents, right now, same thing was happening every atom of my body was pulling away from the hardwork of studying. Thanks for putting up this video. Loved every second of it. :)

THANK YOU SOOOO MUCH😊😘🥰THIS HELPED SO MUCH

Thankyou so muchh. You've Just became my saviour!!!!

Your videos have been very useful to me in my studies, more grace

I'm so thankful that today I discovered this video and this amazing youtuber, because I really needed motivation I was failing and failing but now I understood what I have to do to achieve my dreams💜

I really agree with your video and I can understand the concept of impulse. It's not about having motivation, but having a gear that moves you to act in a certain way, like your parents' example.

First time seeing your video! You are so relatable to me! Everything you just mentioned goes with me but I have lost my track! But thanks for remembering that I am something else! you just brought tears in my eyes! Thanks a loooooooooooooooooooot!💜💜💜

One like one more motivation

I just watched the video and this is really helpful! I've seen other videos talk about this topic but they never really had the same effect since they talked about doing routines, schedules and such, but hearing your parents' story also made me reflect on my own situation and it gave me get a bit of a reality check. The tip about drive instead of motivation was also really good, I realized I usually get bursts of energy when I think about the job I want or lifestyle I want to live rather than grades alone. I think the best tip was peeling back the layers of what you want to achieve and why, in order to get to the root of what you actually want. This is my favorite video from you, thank you! 😊

girl you did answers my biggest questions!

This is my first time here and I already subscribed....THANK YOU SO MUCH for your efforts and useful advice...you got me back in line...thanks❤

Thanks very much Amy, this video is really good, i know this sounds a bit too much but your videos have been my rock when im on the verge of giving up. thanks soooo much, we love you

Thanks, It felt really great listening to this and will try applying this in my life too.

You got the best parents!

It would be wonderful to hear about your parents journey and thoughts on applying your suggestions to the older generations. Thanks for your ear! ❤

i love your content so much!! it helps me a lot!!

This is just a GREAT Video! Much appreciation for your awesome parents for all the efforts no matter how difficult they were they’ve made to help you achieve your dreams 🩷 keep going on!

So basically it all boils down to a super strong why !!! And that makes complete sense to me. Like let's say you're not interested the subjects but for some reasons you still gotta study. How one is gonna stay motivated? A strong Why as you said!!! Thank you so much for this !!! Reallg appreciate the perspectives

U explain things soo well, thank uu sm!! 😊

Thankyou so much for this i already knew all this but desperately needed the reminder ❤

Hi Amy! I recently begun watching your videos. I used to be a valedictorian myself in high school, but now I am in my first year of med school and I really struggle with the amount of stuff I have to study. I got a C on my first exam so after that I really felt down. Thank you for helping me to get back on track again, I always watch your videos now for encouragement. And btw you are absolutely gorgeous!

this video is amazing. thank u sm

Thank you so much for sharing your story! Your words have truly inspired me to approach my studies with unwavering dedication and commitment. Your determination is contagious, and I'm motivated now more than ever to give it my all, no ifs, ands, or buts. Here's to embracing the journey wholeheartedly and striving for excellence. Thank you again for being such a powerful motivator

Great timing hope good luck guys

Thank you for the video and sharing your experiences 🙏🏻❤️

just stopped to watch one of your videos yesterday and girl u are amazing!!!! Thanks for sharing so many tips and tricks.

Thank you girl❤ You motivated me, I’ve been trying to look for my why and I’ve been struggling with it a bit but, I think I’m starting to find it❤

I agree. I moved to a foreign country for work to make life better when I return home. It is really hard being here, and I'm homesick, but that end goal keeps me going. Thank you for the tips!

Hello, This is my first video of you and I came across it at the right time. I was not a bright student since childhood.I was a quite child and not many knew of my existence Because of an incident(not serious at all) in my 4th grade my homeroom teacher changed my place next to the class topper..she her study and be appreciated arouse my interest in studying and that's how i entered the top 5 rank list,this was the beginning of everything. The feeling of being a topper felt surreal and I couldn't give it up so I started working hard and after like three years(7th grade) I secured first place in my class. From then i was first in all of the tests and without knowing it became my identity.I was known as a topper and i loved to be called that.I stood first even in my 10th preboards and my family's hopes of me being the school topper were high(mine were too) but as a shocker i wasn't able to do well in the actual boards and got 2nd rank. I couldn't believe it and all pessimistic thoughts were filled in my head.I wanted to appreciate myself from starting from scratch in 4th to becoming the runner up but that meant my identity wasnt secured anymore .I joined an institute to prepare for the college entrance exam but I'm no longer a topper.I lost all my interest in studying and i do bad in almost every test..there are just 150 days left and if i dont get into a good universitv i dont know how i will be able to define myself..i dont want to give up but am unable to push myself either.. Hope your channel gives me the strength to get back on track❤ This is one of the very few comments i left in youtube and sorry for it being veryyy long..Just wanted to share it!

You are blessed.Thanks for the inspiration MAY GOD BLESS YOU

thanks a lot . It works as a part of motivation for me.

Tysm gurl 🤩

Truly an eye opener. Prolly the most relatable video I've watched so far. Thanks for this🥰

Amy always motivates meee!!! Thank you ❣️

This is beautifully spoken video. I resonated with every part of it. Thank you for sharing.

I’ve been feeling a bit lost lately I also used to be known as a hard working straight a student but in my second term of my first year in high school my grades have been dropping and I’ve been overwhelmed with work And felt like just giving up but this video reminded me of why I worked so hard in the past and why I have to keep going thank you 🙏 😊

thank you so much i have been listening to your videos and i at the end of the year i got the highest score of my grade thank you so muchhhhhh

Thank you so much for this video! I really needed to hear this right now because I have been procrastinating a lot lately. :D

Thanks for the video and good luck for 100 k😉

I started subscribing your channel today. I am obsessed with your videos, definitely helping me during all my low energy days in preparing for IGCSE's. You are such an inspiration to everyone, and are such a great example to how it IS possible to be super holistic and balance between so many different aspects. This is coming from someone who started the year with 7 extracurriculars, joined 2 sports teams, but had to decrease that to make more time for exam prep. Thank you for your effort and time in sharing what you got with the world. Keep it going!

A very very clear voice you have. ❤❤❤

You got the best parents and the video was really good thanks to you😊

Thank you so much for making these videos! I personally have an average big dream, want to get straight As, get into a really god college, get a well paying job so I can financially support myself and my family in the future and hopefully squeeze in a world tour with my family. My drive I think would mainly just be getting praised from my parents and them being able to brag to their friends about having amazing daughters (i have a younger sister) currently in 9th grade/ first year of high school and struggling to study because its soooooooooo boring. BTW new subscriber, hope to check back in when/if im successful

I absolutely love your content!

Wooaah! That was truly a great and practical motivating video. It feels much more easier and light. Like phew, I don't have to even overcome that slothfulness.

Thank you for the tips sis, it's worth watching gonna study from NOW

Studying advance is actually helpful also in getting high grades😊

OMG I can't tell you, thankyou so much!!! ❤️❤️

Thank you so much❤