good phrases for being Not The Typical Academic in an Academic Setting
“I wasn’t finished talking”
“I don’t appreciate being interrupted”
“You obviously didn’t do the reading”
“That’s sexist and you are smart enough to know why”
“That’s racist and you’re smart enough to know why”
[ignores idiot running his mouth and redirects class to another topic]
“That was homophobic and you’re smart enough to know why”
“That is a clear misreading of the situation”
“I don’t know why you’re taking [x] out of its context”
“Do not condescend to me”
“I’m concerned that you don’t respect me enough to let me finish my thought”
“You’re attacking my tone rather than addressing my sources. Why is that?”
“You’re wrong, and here’s why”
“That’s not what I said and it is disingenuous of you to put words in my mouth”
“This IS [xyz]” (never “I feel, I think” etc - BE ASSERTIVE!!!)
“Professor, thank you for meeting me. I have documented proof that Brant didn’t assist on the project.”
“No.”
I saw this quote a while ago on Tumblr and had saved it in my likes since I thought it was cute. My reading for university this week was about an Aboriginal girl who studied law at UNSW and Harvard university, despite being told she wouldn’t amount to anything by her teachers. She didn’t listen to these comments thanks to her encouraging family and friends! It was a really interesting read and eye-opening. I thought this quote related to her story and would make a lovely motivational printable! You can download the printable as a PDF from the links below.
Quote printable in PDF form on Google Drive Motivational Monday folder on Google Drive (includes previous weeks)
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Disclaimer: This printable is for personal use only. You may edit it yourself if you like, but please do not redistribute without my permission. Thank you!
Pristine!
sit in the sun without anything to do, feel the heat of the rays hit your skin, realize that this sunlight has travelled a very long way to reach you
walk around barefoot and try to feel as much of the ground under your feet as you can, notice every rock and blade of grass
sit quietly for a while and notice the touch of breath in your nostrils, feel how the air gets cooler as you inhale and warmer as you exhale
drive around aimlessly and blast some of your favorite songs, scream/sing along to them and feel the vibrations of your favorite lyrics as they change the air in your throat and around you, feel that the music is healing you from the inside out
stay away from alcohol or drugs for a few days, try to be as aware and present as you can in every moment, stop trying to numb or dull your senses
eat a few meals without any distractions, notice every bite and taste every flavor that covers your tongue, be grateful for it all
look up at the stars and the moon, understand how small we all are and how immense the universe is, realize what a miracle everything is, let your heart swell with amazement and admiration for life itself
sehun is unlikely to let this one go
Things to distract you from feeling sad:
make playlists of songs that make you happy
eat some fruits and mix them in yogurt
have a long cry if you’ve been holding everything in
don’t go on your phone, brew some tea, sit in a warm comfortable spot and read a book
don’t stay in bed too long
write a list of things that make you excited or happy
listen to music and go for a walk if it’s sunny
watch a feel-good movie and drink a mug of hot chocolate
reminisce good memories, they’re proof that life can be lovely
spray some perfume
read posts or quotes that inspire you
be thin
cook for you
have long hair
wear makeup
be feminine
be graceful
have sex with you
shave
diet
be fashionable
wear pink
love men
listen to your bullshit
this is the money dog, repost in the next 24 hours and money will come your way!!
he might not be the most graceful dancer but… damn this is hot