At the end of the day, the time you spend preparing for and taking the GRE is a brief period of your life. However, the benefits you reap from a great GRE score can have a major impact on your education and career.
Of course, in the midst of all the ups and downs of studying for your exam, it can be easy to lose sight of what you stand to gain. Particularly if some aspect of your studies feels like a grind, staying motivated and focused can be tough.
So, it can be helpful for students who feel bored when reading RC passages to remind themselves why performing at their best is so important. What goals will scoring well on the GRE help you accomplish? Why are these goals important to you? How will achieving them improve your life?
Sometimes we need to remind ourselves why we’re doing what we’re doing, and why it’s important to give it our best shot. If boredom starts to take hold when you’re reading a GRE passage, give yourself a quick reminder.
Take this exercise to another level by considering how the task of focusing on what you’re reading will benefit you. How would becoming a more engaged and focused reader help you in areas of your life outside of the GRE? Could this skill benefit you in grad school, your career, or beyond? I think you’ll find that the answer is YES!
👉 Key takeaway: Reminding yourself why it’s so important to perform well in GRE RC, and what your broader goals are, can help you stay engaged in what you’re reading.

Warmest regards,
Scott