Rant

after the outfit pic, i was out of my dorm throughout the WHOLE day

met campus cars while going for breakfast, i think one of their names is Eevee? idk the other one's name

spent half of the day studying in one of the campus cafes and the rest in graphic design class ༎ຶ⁠‿⁠༎ຶ

tasty food and (intense) study sessions

i have a social psych final in a day and im done revising one module....out of 12 modules.....

wish me luck y'all 😭

will prolly have few breakdowns in the morning

till then, good night y'all <3

UPDATE: the final went pretty okayyyy and i was able to revise all modules hehe

i havent been able to study since so many days and im DROWNING in guilt

*sobs dramatically* kaha leke jau yeh guilt? kYa karu iss guilt ka?

send hELp

sociology is in *counts* 10 DAYS AAJAGSHSHSVSBABBSBSBSBS

a little dump of the week <3

it's that time of the year <3

happy pride!

end sem szn is nearing and i need to start preparing so:

psych:

bio bases

test-yourself-flashcards for neurotransmitters & their functions and parts of the brain & the functions

start going through ppts, start with the topic you feel the most lost in (or figure some other strategy for this, if needed)

simultaneously go through the QB questions for the topics you do

and ofc, past-year papers

stats

start making compulsory cheat sheet

(timed) practice exercises

past-year papers

personality psych

go through ppts (of both profs, if needed)

go through given textbook(s) for more clarity

past-year papers

social psych

start making mind-maps of theories/topics to understand the topics, use given textbook(s) for this

start with the topics that weren't tested in the quiz

teach it to yourself through storytelling, don't rote memorise

past-year papers

design:

make final presentation

finish up prototype, add aesthetic details, sticky notes and other labels

prepare points you wish to emphasize on during jury

Study Tips Tag Master-Post

I tag every study tip I reblog and like it, so there’s at least 1000 in there, so here’s a master-post.

If anyone would like their post(s) removed from the master-post just send me a message :)

Study Tips 1: Notes, Studying and Self-Study Resources Things NOT To Do When Studying Revision Tips Some Study Tips 20 things i’ve found out about studying in the last year (this blog does have autoplay) How to Cram Efficiently  Top 5 Study Tips How to Study For an Exam Learning How to Study Exam Prep Tips Study Tips From a lazy wannabe good student

Study Tips 2: Tips for Studying Effectively Studying Masterpost 21 Tips to Become the Most Productive Person You Know Studying Advice Library Studying Tips Scientifically Proven Study Tips! Studying with a bad memory 11 Studying Tips from Someone who Needs to Study More Study101 Starting College on the Right Foot

Study Tips 3: 101 Study Tips A Complete Guide to Studying Well Giving Amazing Presentations How to Do Well in Online Classes All About Groupwork How to Survive High School Study Methods 13 Study Methods to Try This Year Advice for A Levels Masterpost

Essays: Essays and Homework Essay Writing Help Tips for In Class Essays Proofreading Tips Transition Words for Essays Essay Writing Tips How to Write an Essay How to Prepare For a Timed Literature Essay How to Write a University Level Essay Essay Writing Masterpost

Anti-Procrastination Tips: How to Defeat Procrastination Starting to Study Get Motivation to Study Anti-Procrastination Masterpost 100 Reasons to Study Motivation Tips

Planning & Timetables: Planning Your Study Time A Complete Exam Study Guide How to Tackle a Big Project Tips on Time Management How to Establish a Good Study Routine 5 Habits of Organised Students Guide to Time Management 10 Steps to Time Management How to Improve your Productivity Time Saving Ideas

Note-taking: Biology Note-Taking Method Tips for Taking Efficient Notes in Class How I Take Notes A Visual Learner’s Guide to Textbook Note Taking `Annotations Annotations & Note-taking Note taking Strategies & Skills Cornell Note-taking How to Use Sticky Notes 20 Uses for a Post It note 5 Tips for Mindmapping Notetaking Masterpost What is Mindmapping 27 Flashcard Apps and Websites How I Organise Myself

Subject Related: How Do I Study For ______ Art History/Studying People Biology Biology Resources Biology Resource My Revision for Biology Some Tips for Calculus Chemistry Tips for Studying Chemistry English Literature Masterpost French Tips for Beginners Language Learning Tips + Resources Language Learning Masterpost How to study for Math Studying for Physics

(any more suggestions for these would be greatly appreciated- I couldn’t find any for the Humanities) 

AP Resources & Tips: An Imperfect Guide on: AP Classes Studying for AP Bio Experiences & Tips for AP Classes

Music/Miscellaneous: Study Music Masterpost 8tracks Playlists Masterpost Spotify Playlists Study Tunes Instrumental Only Study Background Music and Playlists Study Music/White Noise

Confidence, Disabilities & Health: How to Care Less about what Other People Think 6 scientifically proven ways to have a better day Six Reasons Why You’re (going to be) Okay How to Improve Your Confidence Balancing Sleep and Education 81 Awesome Mental Health Resources When You Can’t Afford A Therapist Studying With Depression Surviving Uni as an Introvert A Brief Guide to Talking to your Professors About your Chronic Illness/Disability Tips for the Autistic College Student All of my Spoonie Student Resources  Avoiding Burnout Trying to Relieve Stress Studying When on your period Small Self Care Masterpost Set Yourself Up for a Good Day Tips for Introverts Stress Reduction -Frankie

The Night Before Your Exam

Hello, hi there. Recently I made a post about what to do the day of your exam and it’s still getting notes which is amazing. Thank you all. So now, please enjoy these realistic tips for the night before your exam that do not involve perfum, gum, or cramming. Please don’t cram.

Get a good night’s sleep. I know that for many of us this is a major challenge because we deal with insomnia or anxiety disorders that keep us awake. Try taking a warm bath in Epsom salts. Stay in the tub until you break a sweat. Pick your salts wisely because some of them are more energizing (i.e lavender salts are more energizing I have found).

If you are having trouble sleeping because of tension in your neck/back, try to relieve the tension by rolling out your muscles on the floor, or conciously tensing them up for about 10-20 seconds before slowing releasing. The Epsom salt bath really helps with any sort of tension. I have chronic nerve pain from a car accident and it’s one of the few things that help me that is more holistic.

Don’t shy away from melatonin. It works wonders and you won’t feel “hung over” in the morning like you may with Z-Quil. They have melatonin gummies too!

Try lowering your body temperature. Sleep naked. It’s life changing. If you can’t sleep naked (because you live in a dorm) still do your best to keep it cool. Our bodies get tired when their temps are lower.

Additionally, do not cram for any exam. The night before your exam is not the time to be learning any new material. We are way past that. Gently refresh the material that you already know; however, do focus on items you may struggle with. Remember, althetes don’t go crazy hard the day before a game - treat your brain the same way; no heavy lifting.

You may take this time to rewrite your notes. It’s a simple act that can definitely help you to remember.

Try teaching the material to someone else, or if no one else is available - stand in the mirror and give your own personal TedTalk on the subject. Hey, if it works for Sims, right? Remember that if you can teach the material, you know it. Reiterating in your own words is so helpful.

This should go without saying, but eat a good dinner.

Use the “Match,” “Test,” and “Spell” functions on Quizlet. Very helpful.

Have I said do not cram yet?

Lay out your clothes for the morning. The fewer decisions the better.

You’re going to want to wake up with enough time to review your study materials a couple more times, get ready for the day, and leave for the exam early (so that you have time to review when you get there and to ensure you are on time!) So set your alarm in advance.

Make sure that you set out your blue book, calculator, etc. so that you are prepared for the exam tomorrow and you aren’t sprinting across campus to find somewhere that sells blue books.

Triple check that alarm.

Try to limit your use of electronics 30 minutes before you need to fall asleep. I know that isn’t always reasonable though. Just make sure your phone is plugged in so that it is well charged and ON when you need that alarm to go off.

Drink some water.

Don’t drink any coffee or other caffeinated beverage/over induldge in nicotine/or take your *prescription!!!* adderall after 8 PM. Really for the Adderall don’t take it after like 5:30. You will be up all night long, my friend.

Okay last time: do not cram for any exam. That’s like over extertion for your brain and it will take you time to recover. If you continuously pull all nighters to cram you will crash and burn eventually. So just start early on your study plan. You can make time for it, I promise.

Happy studying, realistic students!

needed this reminder <3

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.