Daily Check-in: April 4, 2024 π
What a good day! I swear I hadn't had a day so good in so long, but this day was absolutely amazing!
π©· What I Accomplished Today:
reviewed chapters 8 and 9 of Spanish on Busuu
Studied my Spanish flashcards 1x all the way through
listened to three podcast episodes in spanish
read a chapter of Deep Work, the last chapter of Atomic Habits, and a section from 101 Essays to Change The Way You Think
discovered and listened to "A Better You" podcast by Fernanada Raamirez
Went to my make up chemistry lab
took a make up psyc quiz
met with my psych doctor
had a therapy session
had a meeting with the director of the Dietetic program for my university
filled out an application to become an SI instructor (just not to turn it in to the head SI guy now)
Caught up on my chemistry notes
opened a savings account for my university
searched for nearby places to rent/live (I'm moving out soon, sometime this year)
π©· What Went Good Today:
Got encouraged to add a 2nd major in Finance
Created a list/schedule of classes for next semester that I'm really excited about
learned about other on-campus job opportunities in case SI doesn't work out
felt confident about my psyc quiz after I took it
the director of the Dietetic program was the absolute sweetest and most helpful, and I am so glad I met with her because she answered all of my questions and gave me some great encouragement
finished my chem lab very quickly
didn't need extra money to open a savings account so a savings account got opened
π©· What Could Have Gone Better:
I felt like I bugged my dad a lot, but I was just so excited to tell him how good everything was going
Need to re evaluate how much I can realistically save per paycheck at the moment for my housing situation AND the college savings account
got a bit emotional with my boyfriend over some past stuff
did not eat the best or the healthiest
psych doc ordered an EKG because she is concerned that I may have an arrhythmia (had an EKG done in the past for the same reason, but was told it was because of my exercise habits at the time ~4 years ago) and having an arrhythmia will limit the mental health medication I am able to take
Overall, not a bad day whatsoever! I was in a really good mood all day because of how awesome everything was and I'm super grateful that I was able to have such a good day!
til next time lovelies π©·
Daily Check-in September 13th, 2023 π
So yesterday was absolutely one of the most productive days I have ever had, and I swear I enjoyed it so much. I got so much done, so much planned out, and I'm super happy. I also just got paid, so I bought some Japanese language learning resources, some desk organizer stuff for my ne stationery, and... some more new stationery. I can't help it, I love it all!!
π©· What I Ate Today -
Breakfast - small bowl of boiled frozen chicken dumplings
Lunch - Leftover homemade cheeseburger and fries
Dinner - Mac and Cheese, Quesadilla
Snacks - rest of Mac and cheese
Extra - 4 cups of coffee
It has been a struggle staying awake some days so I do tend to over indulge in my coffee. It's so yummy. I also bought a matcha set so maybe I'll learn to make my own matcha drinks now and I'll cut back on the coffee?
π©· Personal Achievements -
Swept bedroom/bathroom
Replacd old carpets with new ones
Replaced old shower liner with new one
Replaced old fitted bed sheet with new one
Organized my desk more efficiently
Washed dishes
Dyed my hair a bit again
Did a load of laundry
Put away ALL laundry in room
Took my bedroom trash out
Studied Japanese 15 min
I got just about everything on my to do list done in my room yesterday! I am super proud of myself for getting it all done. None of it was hard or took long but I had been procrastinating it so I'm just happy it got done.
π©· Academic Achievements -
Completed and passed NUTR Exam 1
Completed and passed Culinary Quiz Ch 6
Completed and submitted Meal Three Writing Assignment
I didn't do any note taking yesterday cause I was on a video call with my boyfriend for most of the day on my Ipad, and my ipad is how I take notes. Since I don't have much to do today, I figured it'd be a good time to take some notes, watch my lecture videos, and read some textbook chapters.
π©· To Do List for Today -
Read Ch 11 for Personal finance class + take notes
Watch Fitness For Health and Sport online lectures + take notes
Complete my Sample Nutrition Log assignment + submit it
Study Japanese 15+ min
Clean Bathroom
Attend RD mentorship meeting
Therapy
Extra Credit Meeting + mini writing assignment
I don't want to have to do too much today because I do have three separate meetings to get done today, and I believe this meeting with my first RD mentor is going to kickstart this program for me and add more to my plate. I have a meeting with my second RD mentor next week, so my schedule is gonna get very busy.
π©· Song of the Day - Are You Satisfied by MARINA
This is a good motivational song for me to keep me on track with all my responsibilities. I love music so much, what would I do without it?
That's all for now, lovelies! Trying to get back into a self care routine is definitely a top priority right now, so expect some of that to be sprinkled into my updates again as I start becoming more successful with implementing it!
Til next time, lovelies π©·
Check In - September 25th & 26th, 2023 π
these last two days have not been at all like I wouldβve liked them to be. I started getting sick on Monday night and now thatβs exactly what happened, I am sick and very unhappy about it. Luckily I think itβs just a cold this time but I always dislike getting sick. Iβm not going to inicie a What I Ate in this check in because I genuinely donβt remember at the moment what I ate on Monday and Tuesday. this will just be a what Iβve accomplished post.
π©· Personal Accomplishments -
went to bed at a decent time
Left work early to take care of myself
Morning skincare
Japanese Duolingo/Busuu for 15 minutes
π©· Academic Accomplishments -
Completed module 5 notes for health and sport class
Completed module 5 quiz for health and sport class
Completed stocks assignment for personal finance class
Started notes for chapter 6 for my psyc class
I mentioned that I went home early from work on Monday and that was due to having a full blown panic attack in the work office in front of my supervisor. I think I had been stressed about school stuff and when I felt myself getting sick I just panicked and ended up with a near debilitating attack. Iβm so grateful for my supervisor, she talked me down from the panic attack and then let me go home because she saw how it was affecting me. I love my work family.
π©· Personal Accomplishments -
Took time off school due to being ill + last nights panic attack
Showered + night skincare
Made myself dinner
Relaxed and overall had a good day
Japanese Duolingo p/Busuu 15 minutes
π©·Academic Achievements-
Completed my mid term presentation and turned it in before the due date
Reached out to my Psyc Professor about an extension for a Psyc assignment
did not do much on Tuesday due to low energy and just wanting and needing to take care of myself a little bit. Iβm still sick as of right now and still planning on taking it easy to help both mind and body recover,
this was not the update I had hoped on giving but I still wanted to keep you all in the loop as to whatβs going on with me. I appreciate all the kind words Iβve received from you guys. Your encouragement and kindness is one of the reasons I keep up with this blog and have the motivation to be open and honest.
til next time, loveliesπ©·π€
Daily Check-in: Dec 17th, 2024 π
Today was a lot better of a day! Very satisfied with how today went, hoping tomorrow goes just as well!
π©· What I Accomplished
various japanese studies for 79minutes total
30min walk 2x, once before the gym and once after
40min back and biceps workout at the gym
emailed therapist to reschedule therapy session
talked to boyfriend on the phone twice
washed dishes
checked grades (my GPA only went down 0.1 ish points so I'm happy about that but know I need to do better next semester!)
saved photos for my vision board (will be making a physical one this year)
morning journaled
did my night skincare routine
didn't over eat like days prior (very proud of this)
took a 2 hour nap that I didn't know I needed
π Stuff For Tomorrow (Dec 18th)
breakfast with my dad
hopefully a leg day at the gym + walking, if not, youtube pilates and some walking on the treadmill at the apartment fitness room
study japanese (hopefully can study 2 or more hours)
wash my dang makeup brushes
work more in artist of life workbook
call physical therapy to cancel
call state huma service department to discuss possible benefits + phone interview
wash dishes
wipe out fridge
vacuum bedroom
sweep bathroom
morning + night journal
morning + night skincare
maybe meditate
Here's to a hopefully good Wednesday!
til next time lovelies π©·
Hello lovelies <3 I've decided I really would love to start posting more advice/tips/lifestyle content along with my daily updates and study content, but I have no idea where to actually start. So, I would love it if you guys could send me asks with things you'd want to know about, things you want advice or tips on, or even some of my own routines and habits you'd want to know about! I will do my absolute best to answer and be as thorough and thoughtful in my tips/advice/lifestyle content, so please feel free to flood my inbox! <333
til next time, lovelies π©·
April 29th, 2025 π
Going to bed at 1am and waking up at 6am is something I haven't done in a long while, but I am seriously so tired right now. I didn't finish my project last night, so I'm gonna work on it today before I have to go in to work. I requested an extension but haven't received an email back, so otherwise, it's just due tonight. So I don't really have a choice but to continue grinding it out.
Todo Today (April 29th) β¨οΈ
shower + morning skincare π«§
work on project π»
psych doc appointment at 12noon π§
work 230pm to ~10pm π
shower + nighttime skincare π«§
come home and work on project some more
be in bed and hopefully asleep by midnight
It's a pretty simple and straightforward day for me thankfully. Doesn't help how tired I am but I'll survive. Some sleep is better than no sleep right now, and I have many redbulls ro help power me thru the next two weeks til I can finally take my break from school and work. May 9th can't come quick enough.
πΆ Song of The Day: Gata Only - FloyyMenor
til next time lovelies π©·
Daily Check-in September 10, 2023 π
I am so tired!!! This weekend has worn me out. I worked almost 9 hours on Friday, 13 hours on Saturday, and about 6 hours today, and I'm scheduled for another 9 hours at my job tomorrow. I'm so happy that I'm getting money for the things I need to buy but I'm so tired now.
Anywho, onto today's breakdown:
π©· What I Ate Today:
Brunch - Two cheese breadsticks and half a slice of pepperoni pizza w 8oz of Dr pepper
After Work - One bowl of spicy Ramen w some fiesta blend cheese mixed in
Dinner - One home grilled cheeseburger and some baked French fries w ketchup and a can of Dr pepper
Extra - Three cups of coffee and a lot of water
It's not my best, but I'm tired, and I needed the energy. Hopefully, I can have something healthy tomorrow, like a smoothie or something for breakfast.
π©· Personal Goals Achieved Today -
Did two loads of laundry (did not put away yet)
Showered and washed hair after work
Took out my trash (bedroom and bathroom)
Washed pillowcases and put back on my pillows
Planned out the upcoming week
Planned tomorrow mornings workout!!
I am planning on easing back into working out now that my back feels better. I'm trying to focus on some easier workouts that won't make it easy to re injure myself. I'm so excited to get back into my routine for the morning!
π©· Productive Academic Accomplishments -
took and passed my PSYC Ch 3 Quiz
Passed the first 6/16 modules for a training certificate for my PSYC class
Almost completed my PSYC Chapter 3 Notes
Planned out homework for the week
π©· Song of the Day - Workin Hard by Fujii Kaze
I was recommended to check this song out by a fellow blog, and it was the best decision I made, I absolutely love this song!! I would tag them, but I'm so sleepy that I don't wanna tag the wrong one!
I feel like today was definitely a good day to go easy on myself, work and productivity wise. I didn't want to stress myself out and I was successful, I think. Still trying to get my nutrition in order but it will all come together in time. I'm here for the journey to my best self, not some end goal. I never want to stop improving myself or learning.
I'm falling asleep as I type this, but I will be posting about my Japanese language goals tomorrow so stay tuned!
Til next time, lovelies π©·
Daily Check-in: October 5th, 2023 + Life Update π
I swear I always disappear for a few days, lurk around the tumblr app, and then decide to give a random update. I really need to work on my consistency lol.
Anywho, life has been soooo busy. I've ben packing and preparing for my trip out to see my boyfriend tomorrow, trying to catch up on homework so I'm not super busy while I am with him this weekend, working like crazy because money is a necessity, and just keeping up with the day to day grind.
So, here's a mini update from yesterday, and yes I am still going to try to update while I'm with my man as I will still be doing homework and studying Japanese and what not.
π©· Academic Achievments Past Few Days -
completed and passed culinary quiz
Turned in my actual spending budget from Septmeber
Finished an investing assignment
Worked on the draft for a research paper literature review thing I have to write for my psychology class (finishing it today!)
presented my mid term presentation in my culinary class and got complimented by the professor/chef
submitted a lactation nutrition chart fie ym nutrition class
completed my pre lab and lab report for tomorrow's anatomy lab
completed quiz chapter 6 for my psychology class
completed practical assignment and module quiz for my fitness for health and sport class
I've been pretty busy with school work. I catch up on a weekly basis, but of course, then more homework is released, and I feel like I get thrown back to square one. College life, yay!
π©· Personal Acheivements Past Few Days -
kept up with skincare routine
packed for trip
journaled a few times
went to the gym for the first time since February (just walked the treadmill but it's a start!)
kept up with medical appointments
did my laundry yesterday
kept up with my duolingo and busuu streaks
regained motivation for studying Japanese
I feel like I haven't done as much for myself personally but at the same time like I have? I am a bit upset with myself. I have a meeting with my Dietetian Mentor (#1) and in the last 3 weeks since we last spoke, I haven't done anything from what she had asked because I've been so busy. I've had 2 panic attacks, extreme exhaustion, and worked 3 doubles at my job since I last spoke to her. However, I am planning on working on some of her stuff this weekend while I'll have the time, so hopefully she isn't upset and can understand my position? She seems really nice so fingers crossed.
π©· Academic ToDo For Today -
write up restaurant field trip report for culinary class
weekly meal writing for culinary class
complete my component one for my psychology class
take my lab exam one for anatomy
duolingo + busuu for Japanese
gather my necessary materials for completing the rest of my homework this weekend
π©· Personal ToDo For Today -
put away clean laundry
wash sheets + pillowcases + towels
take out bedroom + bathroom trash
sweep bedroom really good
scrub toilet and wipe down counter + sink in bathroom
check in to the flight app to get my boarding pass for tomorrow
therapy
meet with RD Mentor #1
morning journal
skincare morning + night
redye the pink in my hair
finish packing tonight
a lot of things to do today to prepare for this weekend. but it will all be worth it once I get to see my boyfriend.
thats all for today!
til next time lovelies π©·
April 7th, 2025 π
My brain did not let me study or do much this weekend and it was seriously bugging me, but I'm trying not to beat myself up about it because it was that time of month and lately it has been messing with me hard whenever it's that time of month. Plus, work was really tiring this weekend and I've been a little stressed out about some things.
What I Accomplished (April 6th) π
completed and passed a quiz for one of my online classes
worked 9am to 3pm
took a 40 min nap on the couch
worked on my study guide for health psychology for ~10min
chatted with my roommates for a while
Not the most productive day yesterday, but it was not a bad day. I was super tired and anxious yesterday, but I had a decent day regardless.
Todo Today (April 7) β¨οΈ
study for exercise physiology exam π
make study quizlet for health psych π»
work on study guide for health psych βοΈ
work 230pm to ~930pm βοΈ
double check on classes before registering for next semester π«£
skincare before work πΏ
skincare after work π§΄
make to do list for tomorrow π‘
Not an extensive list, but just stuff I need to get done. My health psych exam is Thursday and I believe my exercise physiology exam opens on Friday. I have a couple of small projects coming due next week, and some assignments that need completing later this week. It's lock in time now that the semester is almost over.
πΆ Song of the Day: ExtraL - Jenne ft Doechii
til next time lovelies π©·
I want to challenge myself and do like a week or a month long challenge, but I fear sometimes life may be too unpredictable, which always throws me off. I want to set a routine, i want to accomplish things, and I've been feeling so much guilt for my lack of routines, my lack of productivity, and my lack of effort in the cultivation of my own life. Does anyone have any advice or something motivating for moments like these, where you want to achieve and work towards something yet you wonder if it's at all achievable? I'm in desperate need of some motivation, tips, advice on how to go about things. I feel so thrown off recently. I want to feel like myself again.
I'd love it if you guys can vote and help me stop being indecisive lol !! much love π©·π©·
So I am trying to decide if I should start incorporating fitness classes into my routine and I'm having some trouble making a couple of decisions! So I thought I'd turn to my beautiful community and get some help!
My options are:
start yoga at home and pilates at a studio
start pilates at home and join a yoga studio
do only pilates at a studio
do only yoga at a studio
join both a yoga studio and pilates studio
there's not a lot of places that offer both pilates and yoga in my town but I really want to diversify some of my workouts so I don't get bored and can meet all of my fitness goals too!
Let me know what you guys suggest and if you can, leave some comments with your experience with pilates or yoga studios! Please keep in mind I am a plus sized girly, so I'm a little anxious about group fitness but I think it'd be super beneficial!