#studywithvictory

18 April 2026:

Bought a refurbished laptop from a local repair shop :)

Today really has me a little emotional after replacing my laptop I got from my first paycheck.

Don't multi-task: Multitasking does not come in the form of making notes and watching Netflix, it can come in the form of switching between two or three subjects too many times then it is like washing a plate and watching a show. It barely makes any sense to me.

Batching: Batching is where you take your to-do list and batch similar tasks into groups and take a break in between these batches.

Do Not Use Pomodoro Technique: Don't use the Pomodoro Technique because you have fixed tasks (tasks that require a particular amount of time) and flexible tasks (tasks that might take up more time than fixed tasks).

Flashcards: These things are the gamer-changers. Flashcards can be used in subjects which have a lot of terms that you need to remember, such as biology, chemistry,etc.

Don't feel bad about modifying your to-do list: If you have your math homework and an exam due next week, and you don't feel like doing math then you could study for your exam. Its okay to modify your tasks according to your mood.

Look at that cute upside down calculator

March 20, 2024, Day 5/100

Day 3-4 was extremely non-productive but I'm back

Today's Productivity List:

Vector Calculus online classes

Do practice problems on vectors

Study Tafseer

I have a little more than two months off before I start my next session, and I’m nervous. I’m an undergrad transitioning from a fairly unstructured earned enrollment path (submit all coursework by the end of the session, no discussion posts/participation component) to a much more traditional program and schedule (weekly due dates, participation, live office hours), and I’ll be enrolled full time.

I struggled with the self-paced nature of my previous courses, so I’m honestly excited for that element— but I also work 30 hours a week, and my previous ability to knock a course out across a few long Saturdays means I haven’t actually figured out yet how to effectively balance work with my academic demands.

24 November 2023

14 Feb. 2024 • Happy Valentine's Day!

I only had lab today and it was Valentine's day, so I decided to dress up and hand out candy to people.

05 October 2023 I woke up late and missed stats :( Luckily my classmate sent me a copy of their notes! On the first day of class, the professor had students get the contact number of the people seated next to us... I thought it was a little weird, but it was worth the few minutes of awkwardness. Their notes were so neatly organized. I wonder if they're on studyblr as well...? I've been listening to a lot of Sabrina Carpenter lately. Her music is so vibey. :)

9 November 2023

I realized I forgot to update for October goals! I got a kinda-bingo. I ended up buying a meal plan for school, which saves me tons of $$$ since it's a buffet! I can just sit there and study for hours and get food. I don't have to worry about cooking daily or spending money to eat out anymore. :)

My grades for my last two exams came in and I'm SO happy! I got above average for both of them, and some how beat both of my rivals! I've really finally figured out this studying stuff, I think.

This bingo sheet made me realize I need to work more on my professional development. I missed pretty much every goal on that and I really need to work on it. Although I'm employed and comfortable at my job, I need to keep in mind there is more than just academics I have to do to have the life I want (Which is why I am in school!).

I got sick for ~2 weeks with the flu, so I forgive myself for slipping on the exercise goals, and I'll get them next time.

I really like having this bingo card for habits/goals. It's a lot less distressing when I don't reach a goal. If you've ever played bingo, it isn't that unusual to not have a box checked off, so psychologically it feels okay??? I think that's how it works lol. I tried organizing the boxes a little less randomly this time, that way I'm forced to complete at least one of each category or completely finish a category.