Study Inspiration - Blog Posts
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Essentially, it's like... productivity website meets fantasy ambient and vibes
If you know Blue Turtle, that's the one who made it! Check it out if you like ambient videos I love it so much already
This is so important and always a great reminder!
Information is worth almost nothing if you're not in the (physical or mental) state to use it.
To answer qotd: im struggling with giving up on the "bright kid" mentality. Learning and understanding new things require time and energy and active and constant studying. I'm aware of that. But i sometimes still feel frustrated and stressed out when I don't instantly know or understand a concept.
It's been a process getting better and letting go of the way things used to be, but it now means that i am always excited to learn new things and it feels so rewarding to know stuff because i worked hard for it!
october 5 /24
Self-love, right now, is taking up a large portion of my brain. I don’t have a ton to say about it, but I know that over the years spent on academia pulling all-nighters and placing so much emphasis on blame I’ve learned that having mercy for yourself is so important. I’ve had great mentors and teachers that have taught me that flexibility and balance is so much more important than a 4.0 GPA. So, moving forward since I last spoke to you guys all those years ago, I’ve put in a serious effort to not run myself down. And, I’m proud of being able to see the world as a place to enjoy as well as a place to progress slowly and efficiently towards my goals. I’ve been taking more time off to spend with friends, to connect with new people, to do yoga and singing and reading, all while balancing school and my career goals. It’s been a difficult task, but I’m glad I’m taking it on. Here’s a picture of me halfway through my choir session, learning Laura Jēkasbone’s “Jumalo” 🎵. Always show yourself mercy!
QOTD: what is something you often stress about, when you know you shouldn’t?
🎧 lie still and fade — exist strategy
📖 A Swim in a Pond in the Rain — George Saunders
Exam season is officially over for me!
I started studying during the year, trying to stay afloat (towards the end it was a bit too much too soon for me), and when exam season started i tried to be kind to myself.
I never gave up reading fantasy books, watching sports, going out with friends; if i got home late at night, tired after a day of studying out, i just went to bed, even though i could've forced some more studying.
It felt like i could've pushed more, spent more time going over the courses, but it was enough - i prioritized myself, avoided burnout, made studying more enjoyable and it all paid off.
This is me temporarily signing off
- a student who passed all of her exams with flying colors
You can do this too.
And at the end of the day... What matters most is if you felt alive
What is the point of high grades if you went days in a row without feeling the sun on your skin, without hearing the birds and without smelling a flower?
Studying is important. Being prepared for your future is important.
But living is even more so.
Don't forget to cherish the small joys of life
1/6 exams to go
Study for what you love and it will never feel like studying.
I tried all semester long to stay afloat with the courses as to not be overwhelmed during exam season
Now the exams started and I'm able to enjoy learning about things that I'm passionate about
5/6 exams to go (i absolutely nailed the first one)
When the going gets tough… study, study harder📚✨.
TODO ASAP
research internship/volunteer opportunities relevant to my field of study
research possible scholarship and financial aid opportunities for summer classes
research colleges for my future masters program + decide what to pursue my masters in
narrow down my class search and focus for my education as it continues
If anyone has any advice or tips for everything I have to accomplish listed here, I am all ears as I am kind of lost on what to do and know I need to take my education more seriously.
Jan 8 2018/ 1/100 days
Today was my first day back at school! I have lots of work to do already on my giant research project.It is also my first time using my bullet journal for school and I quite like it (although this weeks spread is messed up)
Finally ready for school tomorrow! I'm going to be starting the 100 days of productivity thing. Does anyone have any advice?
I’ve been on break for a week and a half and I am so ready to go back to school. I’m so bored and so ready to start the semester. Anyone else?
gentle reminder you can rise up from everything. you can recreate yourself. nothing is permanent. you are not stuck. you have choices. you can think new thoughts. you can learn something new. you can create new habits. all that matters is that you decide today and never look back.
Dark academia moodboard for a botany student?
Here you go! Hope it’s okay ☺️✨
Send me requests for mood boards or playlists ✨
Dark Academia Cosmology mood board for @the-shooting-star
Hope it’s what you wanted ✨🪐💫
16.10.2020
Some study notes and the view this morning 🥰✨
1.10.2020
Day 1 - Introduce yourself and tell us what you study!
Hi! I’m Maddie and I’m currently studying Psychology, English Language and Chemistry in Sixth Form (year 12) ☺️✨🦋
17.9.2020 🍓
Chemistry is so hard!! I’m really having to put in extra time in order to understand everything... still! English language is super fun and I love studying the use of language in persuasive text ☺️✨
10.9.20
Psychology is so interesting 😍 I’m so glad I chose it, I’ve been leaarning so much! I got to go on a lovely walk the other day so enjoy a photo I took ☺️✨
🎧 I need to be alone - Girl in red
30.8.2020 🍉
Working on my EPQ ☺️ I’m ordering some new stationary today and I’m really looking forward to it, does anyone have suggestions? ✨🍋
I got GCSE results today!
I was so happy with them, especially after all the stress with the predicted grades ☺️✨💕
Day 72/100 days of productivity ☕️🌿
Today wasn’t great but I still got a lot done! I finally did some writing that I’ve been putting off but the deadline is in a few days and I’m not sure if I’m going to finish in time... it’s really annoying because I really didn’t mean to procrastinate this long :/
21st July - What is the best vacation you have ever been on? (note: does not have to have been during summer)
Ah, October a couple of years ago we went to America and it was amazing, we went to Disneyland and saw my aunts and uncles that live there. There were so many amazing coffee shops and I tried a cake shake which was literally a milkshake blended with a cupcake 🧁 I really enjoyed myself then 💫✨
Day 72/100 days of productivity 🌿🦋✨
Today was okay :) I was feeling super run down so I didn’t get as much done as I’d have liked to but I still accomplished lots from my to do list! I’m going to go to bed early and get up at seven tomorrow in order to get some extra stuff done ☺️
18th July - What do you usually do during the summer?
Well, normally I sleep until noon and do absolutely nothing except eat so I’m hoping to make this summer the exception! I’d really like to be productive and active this summer instead of wasting it away sitting on the sofa. I think I’m doing alright so far! ☺️🌿
Day 71/100 days of productivity ☕️🌙
Today went well! I met up with my friend at the park and I had a really great time. I also tidied my room, worked out and overall had a really productive day. So far I’ve stuck with my new bullet journal and I’m super proud of it, even if it is quite a simple design. ☺️💫
17th July - What is the most important task that you need to complete this summer?
I think it’ll be preparing for sixth form! Normally we’d have had an introductory week at the end of term but due to corona we’ve been left to ourselves aha, so this summer I’ll be getting everything ready and double checking I have everything I need! ☺️💫
Good Morning! I hope everyone’s day is lovely today ☺️☕️✨
Day 70/100 days of productivity ☕️🌙
Finally committed to a paper bullet journal! It looks pretty good so far and I’m super proud! It’s really therapeutic to fill out. I also got most of my jobs done today! There were a few I missed but I’ll get them finished tomorrow ☺️✨☕️
14th July - Have your plans changed at all because of the pandemic?
Yep! I was supposed to do GCSEs this year but those have been forgotten :/ it’s nice to not do exams but it feels kind of anticlimactic and a bit like the work I did for the last two years DIDNT end up being used properly. However! It did mean I got to relax on my birthday instead of revising, every cloud ⛅️ ☺️✨☕️
Day 69/100 days of productivity 🌿🦋
Today went well! I got a ton of stuff done and was really pleased with myself ☺️ I kind of overslept this morning but not by much so I wasnt too thrown off ☺️✨🌿
13th July - What are your plans for this summer?
There’s still a chance we could go on holiday! We booked ours for the very end of August so it’s still possible as long as we take correct procedures. I’ll also try to meet up with friends and get some back to school shopping done ☺️✨
68/100 days of productivity ✨🌿
Had a great day today! I got loads done and I started my bullet journal again! I decided to do it electronically so I didn’t have to spend a lot on getting a new journal / fresh pens / etc. Have you guys got any favourite inspo blogs you love? 🌿✨
67/100 days of productivity 💫🥥
Today was good! I tidied my room, worked out and went mini golfing! I also got through loads of my book (it’s so long but the writing is amazing!) 🍋🌿 I’m thinking of starting my bullet journal again, what do you think? 🍯
66/100 days of productivity 🥥🍋
Today was good! I feel super tired but I got through my to do list and sent a few emails. I’ve been toning down how much I do every day more recently since it’s now the summer and I want to relax, even if we didn’t have the exams we still worked super hard these past two years and it’s nice to not have to deal with any more of that! Have you guys met up with any of your friends in person yet?
66/100 days of productivity 💦⚡️
Today went well! I got through everything on my list and had a lovely morning. I’m making more progress with my book! It’s so long but the writing is amazing so it’s worth it ☺️. How are you guys doing today?