Most of you have either already started the new session or would be starting after the summer break and if you're anything like me you'd probably be very lazy the initial few months *smh*
So if you would rather stay up till 2 and watch Brooklyn99 and procrastinate assignments this posts for you ( Gina is my spirit animal oof)
HOW TO BE PRODUCTIVE AND GET THE MOST OUT OF THE INITIAL MONTHS
1. Stay on top of your assignments
From day one, do whatever work is given on that day itself. It's better to do 10 questions everyday rather than 70 on the weekend.
2. Have a fixed sleep schedule
Coming back to regular class timings and waking up early can be very difficult after the break so it's better to start acclamating atleast a week before school starts. You don't want to be nodding off in classes believe me.
3. Study topic wise rather than chapter wise
This is something that you can do in the starting of the year only because once the classes gain momentum you would often see yourself waiting for the chapter to get over to actually get to revision. You don't wanna be revising without the vising haha.
So how would you actually do this?
Here's an example: if you have 3 books for a subject of level of difficulty 1,2 and 3 you should start by completing the theory of the topic from a textbook and then solving questions from book of level 1 then 2 and then moving onto 3. Proceeding like this would help you to apply the theories in questions of varying difficulties and you're more likely to remember the concepts. Thus would also save time as you wouldn't have to go back and forth again to revisit the initial concepts taught.
4. Participate in extra curriculars
The work load from classes is less, missing a few won't affect you much, I guess you get the point.
5. Make sure you don't burnout
If you study 3 important subjects try to focus on 2 initially and take things a little slow for the third one. This would reduce pressure that you're feeling right now and before the exam, you can focus more on the third subject as you would already be thorough with the other two. You can tweak this according to the number of subjects you've opted for.
I guess that's all. Also, remember to have a few binge watching nights because a little Brooklyn99 never hurt nobody hehe.
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studied some of the material for my class in political science
proof read my essay in jurisprudence and made some changes to it
took a nice stroll in the sunny winter weather
read a few chapters from my research handbook, for a class i'm doing an independent book exam in, and i even managed to write some notes on them
applied for a few summer jobs! now i just have to keep my fingers crossed that i get some interviews
i still can't believe how i accidentally wrote 1,200 words in my jurisprudence essay even though the assignment seemed impossible at first! tomorrow i'm planning to have a more chill day because i've been trying to tone down the inner critic by working hard and accomplishing things, which is something i really need to work on!
this is the last weekly spread I'll post for a while! lately I've been using daily entries and I'm loving that outcome; can't wait to show you more!! but for now, enjoy this spread and click the image for full resolution đź’“
i know it’s a little late to be posting my yearly overview spread, but here we are ft. the colonel’s tail
my headphones arrived today. mum let me open them a couple of weeks before my birthday because of circumstance.Â
i had so many doubts about mum spending so much on headphones but, man, i’m so glad and so grateful she did. i was going to save up for them but, given my current situation, it was important i got them before i turn 85. i know that sounds kind of stupid but, as a person who finds the world a bit (jk a lot lol) oVeRsTimUlaTiNg, noise-canceling headphones are kind of a big deal. i’ve been reliant on my super cheap ones for a while and they’re great value (stupidly so) but they don’t really suit my needs.
also a bit late, but here’s to a better year than last year pls thx universe
keep fighting all those fights and showing those examiners who’s boss and treatin’ yo’self and telling yourself that you are worthy and your feelings are valid and that you’re gonna be okay. we’re gonna be okay.
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7.24.18 // 9:30am // starting a semester without shooting yourself in the foot
hola! recently got an ask from an anon about how to start the new semester so here it is. (sorry for the early back to school posts but like? winter is coming? yeah sorry don’t watch game of thrones) xoxo, m
general tips:
1. make a schedule: put in the things that have to happen each day. so classes, sports practices, work etc. this’ll help you evaluate how much time you have to do things like homework and if you have time to take on more extracurriculars and things. it’ll also prevent you from scheduling stuff during these times where you have to be somewhere else.
2. plan somewhere: ok so despite owning a studyblr and a bullet journal that i share with you guys, i kinda suck at planning. i completely relate to the abandoned planner/bujo situation. ideally, you might want to implement something like this. if that doesn’t work for you, just have a notebook where you jot down all your lists (that can be events, to-dos, reminders). you could even use an app (google keep is helpful bc you can sync bt phone and computer). just find somewhere to put down your thoughts.
3. read the syllabus/any emails from your prof/teacher: make sure you do all your summer homework. there might be a quick assignment/supply that you need to bring on the first day. also figure out where your class is. that’s kinda important. get familiar with policies like when to turn in hw, what their late work policy is. write yourself a cheat sheet if you have to.
4. map out your route: this is more of a first day/week type deal, but just figure out how you’re gonna get from place to place so you’re not stressing about being late. you can do this in person by walking around campus or just mentally if you’re familiar. if you’re in college and need to factor in meal/bus times, figure that out too.
5. get on your teacher/profs good side: i’m not saying to suck up or anything, but treat them with courtesy and try not to be late. if you’re one of those people that likes to be really familiar with your prof/teacher, start going to office hours just to say hi (or obv if you need help). i’m generally of the “invisible student” type, but there are definitely pros to having your instructor know your name.
6. compare your schedule: if your teacher/prof has already given you dates of major projects or exams, look that over. make sure you don’t already have any pre-planned trips (ex: my cousin is getting married and we’ve known the date for months). teachers/profs will always be more flexible about changing the dates of things or allowing you to take exams early/late if you let them know asap. you might think, “oh it’ll be easy to ask them to take it early”. not necessarily. if they haven’t made up the exam yet and you ask them a week in advance to take the exam early, not going to get a happy prof. and they’ll probably say no.
7. establish a routine: ok i kind of suck at this too, but mapping out when you’re going to do work etc is helpful. if all else fails, establish a sleep schedule. determine if you work better early in the morning or late at night. in my opinion, there’s no point in trying to be an early bird if you’re most productive from 11pm-1am.Â
8. make a clear organizational system: for most of us, this will inevitably go to shit once the semester drags on. but having one at the beginning of the year will make things go more smoothly and give you a structure to go back to once you realize you can’t find a damn thing.
9. find a good study spot: find a spot you like. actually find a few spots. now’s when you’ll have time to scout around campus/your town. nothing sucks more than needing to study for an exam/make the most of your time and having your only study space be occupied. i have actually spent like 20 minutes looking for a spot during exams. don’t do it.
10. experiment a little: if you already know what works for you, great. but if you’re trying to decide between going digital or using paper. rewriting your notes vs making them legible the first time around. do some quick experimentation when things are as hectic.
11. find a friend in each class: i am also horrendous at this. but it’s really helpful if you’re stuck on homework or didn’t quite catch something important the prof/teacher said. if no one you know is in the class, maybe think about making a new friend/study buddy.
12. go the extra mile while you still can: now is probably the time when you have less going on outside of school. take advantage of that to build a little “grade cushion”. take the time to do assignments early and go over them with friends so you’re sure everything is correct. go above and beyond on that project, your super busy self will thank you later when your rushing to finish homework and probably miss a bunch of questions. now, i also want to mention that you should only do this if you can reap some kind of benefit. it could be getting a 100 instead of a 93 or just for self satisfaction. but don’t waste your time painting a masterpiece when your english teacher asks for a stick figure drawing to illustrate a scene from huck finn. the highest grade you can get is 100% and you could probably do that with some well placed lines. unless, like i said, you get personal satisfaction from said masterpiece. and you have the time to do it. :) hint, hint: i was that extra af kid in english class.
college specific tips (that might also apply elsewhere?)
1. go to class: ok i am an advocate of the “skip class when you need to” method (unpopular opinion), but you should go for at least the first week if not month. your teacher/prof will outline important policies that might not be in the syllabus. you’ll be able to tell if you really need a textbook (i usually rent for easy returns or wait until a couple days in or both) and get a feel for the prof. are they super strict on things like deadlines/guidelines or more relaxed. you’ll learn where you can bend the rules. from there, at your own risk, you can evaluate if you really need to go to class or not.
2. make sure you unpack so you can find things: don’t just toss everything into a drawer. it will come back to bite you when you’re frantically searching for that one item.
3. get to class early: i mean like 20 minutes early. (potentially earlier if you’re in a freshman class full of overachievers). this will allow you to choose where you want to sit and give you time to get situated. if you want to meet new people, maybe sit towards the middle. also, though college classes rarely have assigned seats, you’ll be choosing your unofficial official seat. don’t be that person that moves around all the time and displaces half the class because of it.
4. enjoy the first bit: catch up with friends, make new ones. you won’t have too much work for at least the first 2 days, so be efficient and don’t spend all day in your room/the library “doing work”. there will be plenty of time for that.Â
best of luck friends! i’ll probably be putting out more masterposts on similar topics as we move closer to school starting (sigh). lmk if you have any requests!
hey all! i thought of trying something different, so here it is. i could’ve given a link to the spotify playlist but unfortunately, spotify doesn’t work here so i am just giving the list. most of these are indie, pop or slow pop but these have a nice beat so i thought of sharing these to you all too!
