can anyone recommend a good textbook for learning Spanish? I really like studying using textbooks and I have two from when I took Spanish classes but they are the most unhelpful textbooks ever and I absolutely despise using them unless I have no other choice.
preferably Iβd like a textbook that focuses on grammar as vocabulary is pretty easy for me to pick up given how widely Spanish is spoken in my city.
Iβm also open to any music, song, movie, book, tv show, and any other spanish language learning material! I want to be able to speak spanish with some of the people I work with and I think itβs a great and beautiful language for me to learn overall, and definitely will be the most helpful!
*I am still going to self study Japanese during my six week break from classes, but I am going to try to divide my time between spanish and Japanese with a stronger focus on spanish! May even start a six week language challenge during my break to keep me motivated and accountable!
so if you guys have any recommendations for someone learning spanish (and even Japanese) , please comment/reblog this!
thanks in advance <3
Daily Check-in: July 24, 2024 π
Ahhhh today was such a phenomenal day omg. I had a really good, mostly productive day today and I'm so happy. I still need to work on my eating and nutrition and stop letting my hotel roommate talk me into late night munching, but everything else is going so good.
π©· What I Accomplished
35 minutes full body strength workout
30 minute treadmill walk (2.5 speed, 3.0 Incline for 19min, 3.0 speed, 3.0 Incline for 11min)
put away all my clean laundry
had a 30 min korean trial lesson on italki (loved it, love the teacher, she's awesome)
planned out my language studies and budget moving forward
booked an appointment to get my nails done once I'm back home in mid August (gonna get medium acrylics, coffin shape with a mocha brown French tip, I'm so excited)
napped for about ~3 hours, i think? I've been really tired recently
did my night time skincare routine for the first time in a week
did my night time gratitude journal, also for the first time in a while
studied Korean for about 75 minutes (not counting the italki lesson!!)
got homework from my italki teacher, super excited to work with her
called my boyfriend this morning
tried an egg, bacon, cheese, potato, and avocado breakfast bowl from a place nearby and it was so yummy and filling
remembered to take my night time meds
emailed my therapist about documentation I need for a financial aid appeal
looked for more Korean and Spanish learning resources
my dad sent me pictures of one of our dogs (a German Shepard that has my whole heart), and she's such a cutie i could cry
π What Could've Gone Better
need to write my financial aid appeal letter (too many credit hours, but I'm double majoring so it makes sense???)
didn't wash my laundry, need to do it tomorrow morning
ate too much again. my roommate keeps talking me into late night eating and ughhh, I gotta stop giving in
gotta make better food choices in general, and start logging my food to be more mindful
slept A LOT today, like napped before my italki lesson, napped afterward. I've been so so tired lately and I've no clue why
need to stick to a consistent routine, and prepare myself for my after work workouts for Friday thru Sunday
π Stuff For Thursday (July 25th)
finish paying back my friend
send money for rent to roommates back home
make a payment towards new apartment
book next Spanish and Korean italki lessons
study korean
complete my pilates full body workout from health coach plan
begin tracking what I eat to help my mindfulness around my food choices
morning and night skincare
morning and night gratitude journaling
wash my laundry before I go to work
work an ~8.5 hour evening shift
π Song of The Day: Who - Jimin
ughhh I love his voice, and this song, so much
til next time, lovelies π©·
Day 11 - 90 Day Challenge π
Yesterday (11-25) was kind of productive? I ended up working a 5 hour shift at my job instead of the 8 hour one I was supposed to which by no means upset me because I still made money either way. I tried to get some stuff done beforehand but I honestly just took the morning for rest. I also go back to work this morning as well so I'm really happy to get back to routine.
πββοΈ Physical Health
took a 30+ minute walk around campus before I had to go to work
walked 9778 steps total
ate a really good salad with tomato, cucumber, romaine, shredded carrots, and balsamic vinegrette. (who knew balasamic vinegrette was so yummy!)
drank half a liter of essentia electrolyte water
stopped eating breakfast when I was comfortably satisfied and didn't push past my limits
ate 2 servings of fruit + 1 serving of almonds + 1 serving of cashews (so yummy, cashews and almonds for the win)
π§ Mental Health
nothing that I can remember at the moment
β€οΈ Emotional Health
some more retail therapy. bought myself some oversized t shirts online to use as gym shirts/everyday shirts. I may be plus size but I still love me an big comfy t shirt, especially to workout. I think I bought 11 or 12 shirts? cost me 90$ USD.
π Intellectual Health
does it count if I said I did a lot of budgeting for what I was buying?
because otherwise, nothing else
π Adulting
worked a 5 hour shift
phone call + zoom call with my boyfriend
took care of some laundry I had previously washed (still have more to take care of)
π₯° Self Love/Care
morning skincare
that's about it, but I think the walk helped my anxiety, and retail therapy always feels like self love because I used to feel guilty for buying myself stuff
Yesterday was a good day for sure. Today, my goals are to make it through my work shift, complete my reflection paper that's due tomorrow night, drink one liter of essentia electrolyte water, answer a journal prompt, and set myself up for tomorrow morning (I have a 730am class on Mon and Wed, so I gotta be up bright and early tomorrow!)
My Mondays are always so busy. Here's a little breakdown for those who are curious:
Wake up early, get ready, coffee, skincare, pack school bag, set out work stuff
Class at 730am to 845am
class from 9am to 1015am
quick snack at the dining hall at 1025am
review homework/tasks for the week
gym from 11am to 1215pm
walk home
shower, eat something proteiny, get ready for work
walk to work 130pm
work from 2pm to 10pm
get home, change/shower, zoom boyfriend
go to sleep by 11ish pm
I love Mondays tho, the routine always sets me up for the week!
Anywho, that's all for now!
Til next time, lovelies π©·
August 15th, 2023 π
My university resumes classes tomorrow! I am so excited to really begin and solidify my morning routine and get back into the school mindset and grind. I'm really planning on being successful this semester.
With the new semester starting, I figure it's time to set out some new goals and things I want to accomplish this semester.
Fall Semester Goals πΈ
π©· Academic Goals -
Pass every class with an A, no exceptions. I took on an easy class load for a reason.
Join 1 or 2 clubs. There's a club related to my major that I'm looking into, as well as a kpop club and a Japanese club that I'm looking into joining if I have the ability to.
Put effort into my classes. Don't miss class without a solid, valid excuse. Actually study and review class material outside of lectures. Ask questions in class and don't be afraid to go to office hours or tutoring.
π©· Personal Goals
Stick to a consistent morning routine! Workout, journal, read, make my bed, skincare, etc. Consistency builds confidence.
Pamper myself regularly. For me, this means the occasional retail therapy moment and getting my nails done every 4 to 6 weeks. I don't normally get my nails due to the nature of my job, but if I keep my nails short and not too flashy, it'll be great! My first appointment is at the end of this week, and I'm excited! The picture of nails I included is actually how I'm getting mine done!!
Routinely attend appointments. That includes lab work, therapy, psych, dental, and general physician appointments. My health is a priority, and I want to make sure I stay on top of it this semester.
π©· Social Goals
Attend study group sessions when applicable
Again, join a club or two. It's the best way to make friends with similar interests.
Attend social networking events on my campus. They have career fairs and professional fairs all the time. As a junior in university, I think it's time I start building some connections for future internship and career opportunities.
I also have some physical goals, but I will not be including those here as to not accidentally trigger anyone. I don't have particular deadlines for any of the goals I mentioned, but I feel like it's important to have these goals so I know the direction I want my semester to go in.
I'm really excited for this semester. It's time I put my best foot forward and succeed. I know I can do this. My GPA will increase, I will recieve more scholarships, and I will pass everything with high marks. I believe in myself.
To everyone also beginning their semesters, good luck!! I wish you all the best success in every way and that you all thoroughly enjoy everything these next few months bring!
Til next time, lovelies !! π©·
Did not do these yesterday as I did indeed stay for a double shift at my job, so these are my todo for when I get home from work today, 9/29/24!
To Do Today 9/28/24
I was supposed to work a long double shift today at my normal job and then a kinda side job task that involves talking to a ton of people and being out late at night. I've decided I'm going to tell my bosses I can't do it, because the anxiety I've felt about doing it has made me thrown up already π
so here's the stuff I am going to do today:
pre lab 24 chemistry
pre lab 25 chemistry
chemistry lecture quiz
catch up on chem lecture notes
catch up on psyc lecture notes
catch up on accounting lecture notes
complete other intro to business assignments
study japanese
study for TEAS exam
It sounds like a lot, but honestly, it should not take me all night to do all these things so I'll be fine, as long as I get then done!
see you in the update later, lovelies π©·
Day 16 - 90 Day Challenge π
I was still in a lot of pain yesterday (Thursday), it was a very odd pain, but I've woken up today (Friday) and it's finally gone! I'm excited because now I can move around without that uncomfortable feeling. I still didn't do much yesterday but I figured it was worth an update, regardless. That's the point of this challenege. Accountability and consistency.
πββοΈ Physical Health
walked to work (~20 min)
scheduled my gym times for today and next week
found out the gym hours for my campus gym for the first part of winter break so I can schedule in gym time for then too
π§ Mental Health
made myself get up and out of bed after work to curb how I was feeling (felt kinda numb and decided I needed to do something productive about it)
β€οΈ Emotional Health
therapy appointment! (may have been my last one until january, thank you gobernment for ending my health insurance coverage today)
was honest with my boyfriend about how I was feeling (was super grateful with how he handled it, hes so patient and understanding and kind to me, I'm so happy with my relationship with this man. I love him, so much)
π Intellectual Health
completed the respiratory lab report for my Anatomy lab
made a list of things to accomplish Friday morning (at the study room I booked)
filled in my planner with the rest of the assignment I have due
π Adulting
worked a ~4 hour shift (recieved an actual frozen ham as our christmas gift from work)
cooked spaghetti for dinner for myself (needed comfort food)
cleared my old food out of the fridge
got my work schedule for next week figured out (my last week of work before the break, I could cry because I'm not going to see my work bestie until probably march of next year - she's super pregnant and due in the beginning of January)
filled in my budget for November and realized I spent over my means
deleted shopping apps from my phone
made a tentative lost of some goals for 2024 (might post them! thinking of breaking it down into monthly, quarterly, and yearly stuff)
zoom called my loving boyfriend <3
π₯° Self Love/Care
full morning skincare
full night skincare (I love how my face feels and looks after I oil cleanse)
I actually did a good amount of things yesterday, surprising with how much time I spent in bed not feeling like myself. But today is going to be a good day! My goals for today are to have a decent morning routine, finish and submit my final research study paper for my psyc class, attend the make up lab session for anatomy, attend the lan session for my psyc final exam (that's on monday), go to the gym, and make it through my work shift.
til next time lovelies π©·
Daily Check-in: April 7, 2024 π
Today was such a good, productive day. I woke up early, had my entire room and bathroom reorganized and clean before 12noon, did homework, and started my depop shop (which I'll link below!) super happy with today, has to be one of the best Sundays I've had so far!
π©· What I Accomplished:
completed pre class stuff for chem that was due today
completed pre class stuff for chem that was due tomorrow
reorganized bedroom
cleaned bedroom
reorganized bathroom
deep cleaned my bathroom
started my depop shop + uploaded some listings
called my dad to come help donate the stuff I'm not selling (he's gonna help me tomorrow)
planned out some more stuff for this week
got an extension on the Lab report that was originally due last Wednesday but my friend has my lab book (by accident) so the profesir extended the precious extension
did dishes
cooked a yummy dinner
washed my comforter
washed my sheets + pillowcases
washed all my towels + robe
washed all my laundry and put it away
threw out a bunch of trash from my room/bathroom
decluttered my closet
did some reflecting on the previous week
π©· Good Things That Happened:
got the extension for my lab report
got a lot done after waking up early
my dinner was really good
my depop listings are getting likes
a rental house i really want to get is back on the market
π©· Things That Could've Been Better:
my boyfriend and I got into an arguement, so not doing that would've been better
did not drink enough water
π©· Stuff to do tomorrow:
reading quiz for psyc
study Spanish
update depop shop a bit
financial aid meeting with advisor
work an 8 hour shift
not the worst day. It's definitely been a good day.
check out my depop shop! will be uploading listings regularly!
til next time lovelies π©·
Hi, I had a maybe silly question, Iβm a guy, but I find the that girl/clean girl aesthetic very appealing, as I struggle with executive functioning and self care as I have ADHD and autism. Unfortunately, most subcultures geared towards men that focus on similar things to these goals also have a misogynistic edge to them. I was wondering if you knew if there was similar subculture or hashtag that I would be welcome in? Is there a clean boy/that boy or gender neutral aesthetic? Iβm a bit worried about intruding on a woman-centered space since so many other spaces cater to men.
hi there!
I personally donβt know of any hashtag or subculture that caters to the βthat boy/clean boyβ aesthetic, but I am hoping anyone whoβs sees this can maybe reblog or comment and help us find something like that for you! i will say, there is no harm in identifying with or borrowing from the that girl/clean girl aesthetic if you find ways to incorporate it into your life! I believe the values of these aesthetics are useful for anyone regardless of gender! i do understand wanting to find that community that you can mesh with that has the same aesthetic and values, tho.
if anyone knows of a hashtag or somewhere he can find his space in the that boy, clean boy aesthetic, please comment! If you donβt know of anything, please reblog so we can find that community for him!
Daily Check-in: April 14, 2024 π
Hello lovelies! Life is looking better again, but omg was Wednesday thru Saturday morning rough for me. Even last night I was crying my eyes out, but things got better today so I am happy. I want to make a small announcement about the future of my blog: I am changing the theme!! I will still be keeping the pinterest-image, pink, girly aesthetic for my more general posts (lists, routines, etc) but for my daily check ins, I will be using photos I take myself (anonymous surroundings, notes, food/drinks, etc) and colors and emojis that compliment the photos! I have been wanting to change the vibe a bit lately to make it more me, more personal, and I think now is the time to do so! I'm excited to start taking my own photos now, that'll be so fun!!
π©· What I Accomplished:
washed my sheets, towels, blankets, and comforter
washed and put away all laundry
cleaned the bathroom
packed shoes to ship from my depop shop
cooked chicken fettuccine alfredo from scratch (I made the sauce myself too! it was heavy on the parm and some pieces of chicken were salty, but it was so yummy and rich in flavor!)
planned out some of my week
packed my gym bag for tomorrow (I'm gonna start working out again, I'm nervous)
did my guided journal and morning journal
read 3 chapters of The Untethered Soul (interesting so far, going to keep reading to see how I enjoy it)
wrote out my brain dump for the week
reflected on the week + updated with my accountability buddies
bought groceries (time to make smoothies for breaky this week) and toiletries
π©· Good Things That Happened:
my pasta was super yummy
had a long phone call with my dad (it was a good talk!)
finally read a physical book and not on my ipad
had such a nice, long shower early this morning
confidently planned goals for the week
my psyc assignment got extended til Wednesday for the whole class
found a recipe for avocado protein smoothie (excited to try it)
π©· Stuff For Tomorrow
make a breakfast smoothie
gym cardio workout
need to ship shoes I sold
need to complete my homework
studying Spanish (have an italki lesson on April 22nd!!)
read some more
studying chemistry in preparation for my finals
No "what needs to go better" for me today, because today was a really good day. I'm feeling better and life itself is working out the way I knew it would. I just gotta trust in the universe more.
til next time, lovelies π©·
Daily Check-in: May 21, 2024 π
Tuesday started out good but by noon it went downhill so so fast. I struggled so hard with some mental and physical health issues, tons of anxiety, and basically stayed in bed for the entire afternoon/evening. But I still got some stuff done in the morning, so here's a mini update on that stuff.
π©· What I Accomplished:
took an hour walk outside
walked over 8.4k steps for the whole day
attempted a morning pilates core workput video (twas not the easiest despite being labeled beginner)
morning journal
practiced makeup despite not owning setting spray or may eye brow products and overall missing some things that would've been helpful (need new concelaor for sure)
drank over 65oz of water
talked with my boyfriend
set up a dinner with my dad for Thursday instead of brunch on Friday <3 so excited, I love my dad
π Good Things That Happened
got the day off work
took a nice nap
had a comforting, cool shower
began watching Gilmore girls (3 episodes in and I already love it)
ordered pasta sauce for Wednesday
looked at possible nail designs if I do get my nails done
π Stuff For Wednesday
morning routine!!
morning workout + skincare (didn't realize my face is slightly sunburnt more then I thought, so that's fun to deal with....not)
work a ~5 hour shift (I'm actually scheduled today)
read some more
study Spanish (I seriously need to get back to this I have an italki lesson in a week!!!)
video call with my boyfriend tonight
decide if my friend and I are going to get our nails done
make list of things to buy with paycheck for Colorado trip
make small grocery list
perhaps drop shoes I sold off at the post office to ship to buyer
I had a rough day. I'm not going to tall about why or what happened, but I seriously am so thankful for the people around me that support me and encourage me, even at my low moments. my dad and my boyfriend are definitely my biggest supports and I love them both so so much. I am so grateful for everything I have, and for the ability to have good days even after having bad ones.
π Song of the Day: (G)I-DLE - Queencard
perfect song for summer, feel good girly vibes, one of my all-time favorites <3
til next time lovelies π©·
I meant to post updates for yesterday and today but of course, the universe just had to send me into a depressive episode right as I was feeling good about working on myself.
I am going to focus on establishing a productive and healthy morning routine for now and be gentle with myself when it comes to what I manage to accomplish in the evenings after an 8 hour work day. I will still have my goals for the evenings, but sometimes I have to be flexible with my energy and that's okay.
I'm going to continue with working on myself and emulating the lifestyle I wish to achieve. I believe in myself and my abilities. Not everyday is going to be a great or even a good day, but regardless, I will be proud of the efforts I make.
This is a journey, a marathon, and I want to enjoy all the daily things and little wins that I can manage given my energy and situations that may arise.
Til tomorrow my lovelies!