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   8 WAYS TO TAKE CONTROL OF YOUR TIME

i don’t know why im even posting this cause i seriously don’t know time management. Still here are some tips!

1.Make a to-do list every day

Put the most important tasks at the top, even if they’re things you’re dreading, and tackle them first. Include things you want to do on your list too, so you have items you’re looking forward to. Try motivating yourself with a reward if you get to everything on your list.

2.Keep your work with you

That way, if you find yourself with extra time—while on the train or bus or waiting for an appointment—you can get something done.

3.Don’t be afraid to say no

It’s OK to say no if your friend asks you to go to a movie one night but you have a test the next morning. Instead, find a time that works for both of you and go see the movie then.

4.Find your productive time

Are you a morning person or a night person? You’ll be more efficient if you work when you’re at your best.

5.Create a dedicated study time

Set up a time devoted only to studying or homework. Shut off your phone and respond to calls or texts when your work is finished. Don’t check email or surf the Web (except when you need to for the work you’re doing) during this time either.

6.Budget your time

Figure out how much time you usually spend on your activities and then create a weekly schedule to follow. Determine how much free time you have before you add any commitments. And don’t forget to schedule time to relax.

7.Don’t get sidetracked

If you find yourself wasting time on unimportant things, stop, check your to-do list and get back to what’s at the top. Maybe you’re procrastinating because you’re not sure how to move forward on a school project. If that’s the problem, check with your teacher to clear things up so you can get moving.

8.Get a good night’s sleep

i definitely have some advice for you! 

ADVICE FOR INCOMING HIGH SCHOOL FRESHMENso you’re about to enter the next chapter in life. scared? you should be! hahaha, it’s not that bad, i promise. it’s just.. different! here’s some advice to get you started on your new adventure: 

get your priorities straight

you are there to learn 

not to become The Next Big Thing

at least, not yet

popularity will mean nothing in 4 years, but knowledge will mean everything

get involved

look at the different clubs/organizations available

join some you find interesting

then join some academic ones!

you’ll make friends with similar interests in no time

don’t take it too seriously

yes, grades are important

but finding yourself and enjoying it is just as crucial 

i was so focused on getting good grades that i don’t remember much else.. and i regret that

so don’t be like me

if you’re shy, try your hardest to become assertive

if you disagree with a grade, talk to your teacher

if you need help, talk to someone who gets it or your teacher

no one is there to speak for you starting now

you just have to do things for yourself 

this was the hardest thing for me to learn, but if i can do it, so can you

be yourself and surround yourself with people who like you for you

man, the things i did just to impress other people

so cringeworthy

it’s so much easier to just bond with people like you 

you’ll also have so much more fun 

#hermioneGoals > #relationshipGoals

i know this is corny, but it’s a serious issue i’ve seen many times

do NOT let a relationship/crush ruin your academic progress

if you find yourself in this situation, reevaluate your priorities and work it out

i’m not saying break up or anything like that (unless they’re selfish or a complete asshat)

if they sincerely care about you, they will let you focus on your grades before them 

good vibes only

minimize the negative things/people in your life

you will breathe easier

surround yourself with people who want to be successful

respect the upperclassmen, but don’t stand for bullshit

for the most part, upperclassmen are super chill

they’re just ready to die on their bed of suffering (juniors) or ready to graduate and leave the pit (seniors) 

but if you come across power trips, inform a teacher or supervisor about their behavior

you do not have to deal with bullying. period.

STUDY.

man, this should go without saying

but this is where procrastination plants its seed

don’t let it get to you early!

stay on top of things 

form relationships with your teachers

no no no, not THOSE relationships!!

just talk to them, learn from them

colleges are going to want recommendation letters, so you should be nice to your teachers because they’re going to be the ones writing them! 

figure out your school’s gpa system 

is it a 4.0 point or 5.0 point system? neither? 

find out how your classes and grades work 

this will help you stay ahead of the curve

keep a planner 

stay updated

figure out when all your quizzes/tests/projects are due and write them down ASAP

don’t wait. act.

you could find your passion just by saying “yes” to an invite/workshop/other event. 

this is where you start to grow

don’t skip on every opportunity

find yourself because if you do, you’ll be way, way ahead of the game of life

if you don’t, don’t worry 

i’m just letting you know now

lastly, “work hard, but don’t forget to play hard, too.” 

that was my senior quote my school put in the yearbook, and i meant it

go to football/other sports games and be spirited

be involved in your school, whether it’s in orchestra or volleyball or academic decathlon. rep your school and be a badass.

volunteer in your community! it’s crazy how fulfilling it is.

If you want to feel a little better mon amour, i gathered some things i like to do in hopes that it’ll help you!

🌸 go ahead and hop into the shower. take a few minutes to really massage that schampoo into your hair. clean and fresh YAS

🌸 use a body lotion and use one that smells good(i recommend “very sexy” by Victorias Secret) (because it’s very sexy hihi)

🌸 put on a nice parfume, if you don’t have one you can borrow from a family member/friend or you can buy one(i recommend “viva la juicy” by juicy couture and “eternity aqua” by calvin clein) (somewhat expensive but sooo good y'all can come here and i’ll give u you get juicy couture and you get juicy couture and you get juicy couture everyone gets juicy couture

🌸 take a few moments and write a list about things that make you happy(for example: coffee, holding hands with your grandma, all the relationships you’re gonna have in the future, re-reading your favourite book, family dinners, when the leaves turn orange in autumn)

🌸 make yourself or buy your comfort food(s), mine being tortellini, vegan pizza and coffee mmmmmmm coffee

🌸 send out a few sincere compliments to people. tell your friend what you love about her/him/hen, tell your mom you’re thankful for everything she does. alot of times giving love means getting love and nothing bad about good karma am i right

🌸 write down everything that bothers you on a piece of paper, start with “dear maya..” or “dear paul..” write it for a person thats never gonna read it (or if you feel like you want too you can always message me and rant about your whole life I’m all yours)

🌸 if you don’t wanna think about something you can always try to learn a new language via duolingo, it really gets you focused on something else(advice from your coach-my self- i think you should learn swedish or french because they’re both equally hard and beautiful) if thats not something you find intresting you can always pick up a feel-good book, my favourite being “Anna and the french kiss” by Stephanie Perkins! light up some candles, make yourself some tea and cuddle down somewhere

🌸 watch a movie or tv-show!! i was really unhappy at one point but then i somehow started watching Jane The Virgin and it was sooooo funny and soooo good(the hype is real, watch) and it made me feel better

🌸 look up some nice quotes, my faves are • “And then there’s light, It just takes time” • “Pleure: les larmes sont les pétales du cœur.” (which is French for “Cry: tears are the heart’s petals.”) • “Choose to be happy, It feels better”

🌸 listen to happy songs • Classic by MKTO • Price Tag by Jessie J(old but always get’s me dancing) • Can’t Stop The Feeling by Justin Timberlake • Forget You by CeeLo Green(forreal this is sooo good hahah)

🌸 before you go to bed, moisturize your face with a tiny bit of coconut oil - also put on some chapstick because you’ll wake up with a smooth face and soft lips and you’ll feel like a queen mon chérie