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✧･ﾟ: ✧･ﾟ: chemistry study tips that actually work (from someone who struggled too) :･ﾟ✧:･ﾟ✧

hi sweet angel!

first off, i love you too!! 🤍 and omg "still a concubine ig" made me CACKLE, you're absolutely unhinged in the best way possible and i'm here for it!

also yes i got your post request! i have like 72 requests in my inbox right now (which is amazing but also overwhelming lol) so i'm slowly working through them all. your patience is so appreciated! 💕

now let's talk about chemistry because honey, i FEEL you on this struggle. chemistry was literally my nemesis for the longest time. like, i would sit in class and feel like everyone was speaking a different language while i was just trying to figure out why atoms even matter.

⋆｡‧˚ʚ♡ɞ˚‧｡⋆ why chemistry feels impossible (and why that's normal) ⋆｡‧˚ʚ♡ɞ˚‧｡⋆

chemistry is hard because it's literally three subjects disguised as one: ⋄ math - all those calculations and formulas ⋄ memorization - elements, compounds, reactions ⋄ conceptual understanding - why things work the way they do

most people try to study it like it's just memorization, but that's why they struggle. you need different strategies for different parts.

⋆｡‧˚ʚ♡ɞ˚‧｡⋆ my chemistry study method that actually worked ⋆｡‧˚ʚ♡ɞ˚‧｡⋆

(this is coming from a pre-med student, WHO HATES CHEMISTRY, but wants to be a psychiatrist. i major in psychology btw)

step 1: understand before you memorize don't ONLY memorize formulas, understand what they mean. like, PV=nRT isn't just letters and numbers, it's describing how gases behave under different conditions. when you get the "why," the "what" becomes so much easier.

step 2: practice problems are EVERYTHING chemistry is like math, you learn by doing, not just reading. do every practice problem you can get your hands on. start with easy ones and work your way up.

step 3: make connections visual draw out molecular structures, create flowcharts for reactions, use colors to organize your notes. chemistry is happening in 3D space, so flat text doesn't always cut it.

step 4: teach it back explain concepts out loud to yourself (or your pet, or your plants, no judgment). if you can't explain it simply, you don't understand it yet. (stole this from pinterest btw lol)

⋆｡‧˚ʚ♡ɞ˚‧｡⋆ specific study strategies that saved my grade ⋆｡‧˚ʚ♡ɞ˚‧｡⋆

for formulas: don't just memorize them, understand what each variable represents and when to use each formula

for reactions: practice balancing equations until it becomes automatic, then focus on understanding why reactions happen

for concepts: use analogies! like, think of electron orbitals as apartment buildings, electrons fill up the lower floors first

for calculations: always write out your units and check that they make sense in your final answer

⋆｡‧˚ʚ♡ɞ˚‧｡⋆ my note-taking system for chemistry ⋆｡‧˚ʚ♡ɞ˚‧｡⋆

i divide my notes into three sections: ⋄ concepts ~ the big ideas and theories ⋄ formulas ~ organized by topic with example problems ⋄ reactions ~ patterns and mechanisms

color coding is your FRIEND. i use:

blue for definitions

red for formulas

green for examples

purple for things i need to review

⋆｡‧˚ʚ♡ɞ˚‧｡⋆ when you're feeling completely lost ⋆｡‧˚ʚ♡ɞ˚‧｡⋆

go back to basics ~ if you're struggling with complex reactions, make sure you understand atomic structure first

use multiple resources ~ your textbook, khan academy, youtube videos, study groups. sometimes you just need to hear it explained differently

ask for help EARLY ~ don't wait until you're completely behind. office hours, tutoring, study groups, use all the resources available

focus on understanding patterns ~ chemistry has a lot of patterns. once you see them, everything starts to make more sense

⋆｡‧˚ʚ♡ɞ˚‧｡⋆ the mindset shift that changed everything ⋆｡‧˚ʚ♡ɞ˚‧｡⋆

i used to think i was "bad at chemistry" because it didn't click immediately. then i realized that chemistry is like learning a new language, it takes time and practice to become fluent.

every time you don't understand something, you're not failing!! you're identifying what you need to work on. that's actually progress!

also, chemistry builds on itself, so if you're struggling now, it might be because you missed something foundational earlier. there's no shame in going back and reviewing basics.

you don't suck at chemistry, love. you're just learning a really complex subject that takes time to master. be patient with yourself and trust the process.

you've got this! and remember, even if chemistry feels impossible right now, you're building problem-solving skills that will serve you in so many other areas of life.

keep me updated on how it goes! 💫

✧･ﾟ: ✧･ﾟ: :･ﾟ✧:･ﾟ✧

xoxo, mindy ♡

So, you're thinking of applying for a PhD? The first thing you're going to need is a project proposal. I've been assisting a few friends with theirs over the past few weeks, so here is a breakdown of what you'll need.

PROPOSED TITLE. This should be clear and to the point. If you don't have a title, sum up the project in four or five words max. Remember, this is just a proposal, and may not reflect your later project (I changed my title later on).

SECTIONS. What these sections are varies from institute to institute, but generally includes a (very) short Introduction, Aims and Objectives, Methodology, Ethical Considerations, Research Questions (anywhere between 4-6), Funding, and a Proposed Bibliography (2-3 pages). You do not need an Abstract or Key Words (this may vary depending on the institution).

CHECK YOUR WORD COUNT. Different institutions have different requirements for their proposals. When I submitted my proposal, I was limited to 2000 words, not including bibliography. Some universities are more lenient. Be concise and axe any fluff; word economy is key as you want to demonstrate your background knowledge and research objectives.

SUPERVISOR(S). Identify people at your chosen institution who would make good supervisors. Email them directly with your proposal and CV, and write a bit about why you'd like to work with them specifically. It does help if you have read some of their work; if not, their research interests will be listed on the faculty page. Make sure that these interests align with your own, as these are people you will potentially be spending the next four years or so with.

If you are struggling to find a suitable supervisor, contact the PhD coordinator directly, and they can usually suggest some, or at least forward your proposal around the department. This is what I did at a couple of universities where I wasn't sure, and actually how I got my PhD position.

FEAR NOT THE LATE RESPONSE. Academics are busy people, and may take some time getting back to you. If you haven't heard back within ten days-two weeks, boop them (gently) again; they might have forgotten to reply or missed your email altogether.

That's it! I hope this helps any of you looking to further your education. Please bear in mind that this advice is specific to the Social Sciences (such as Anthropology). I cannot advise on what you'll need for other fields, so check university websites for requirements, or better yet, ask an existing PhD candidate or professors for tips.

I am writing a research paper thats gonna be graded,,, so I need this for research purposes.

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