Whether it is work, college, or studying for the GRE, motivation often comes from enjoying the process. It is very difficult to sustain long-term effort if every study session feels like a chore. When you find satisfaction in what you are doing, your preparation becomes less about obligation and more about genuine engagement. Simply put, when you enjoy your studying, you are more likely to put in the time and focus required to reach your target score.

If you struggle to find that enjoyment, start by identifying small ways to make your preparation more engaging. You might turn practice into a personal challenge, setting a goal to improve your accuracy over time or reduce careless mistakes. You can also take pleasure in outsmarting the question writers, especially in verbal reasoning, where many questions are designed to test subtle distinctions. Even Reading Comprehension, which many find tedious, can become interesting when you treat each passage as a short exercise in understanding the author’s logic and tone.

Another way to build enjoyment is to recognize your progress, however modest it may seem. Keep track of small improvements, whether in timing, accuracy, or confidence. Progress is often gradual, but acknowledging it can make the process far more rewarding.

Ultimately, GRE success requires consistency, and consistency becomes much easier when you take a genuine interest in the work itself. By deciding to make your preparation enjoyable and finding moments of satisfaction along the way, you give yourself a stronger foundation for success.

Reach out to me with any questions about your GRE prep. Happy studying!

Warmest regards,

Scott Woodbury-Stewart
Founder & CEO, Target Test Prep