TheBoyWhoStudys.

Pursuing knowledge l Pursuing perfection l Pursuing happiness l 16 l  Beginning A levels |Maths| History|Economics|Politcs|Hopeful oxbridge student.

[isaidsooncome]

Hello, Hi. We haven't met before but I am Jeyte (JT). And this is my new blog.

I am 20 years old at time of writing, I study Law at Oxford University and will soon become a Lawyer, more specifically a Solicitor.

I have lacked a lot of motivation and drive recently. I have struggled and struggled to gain that back. And this is one of the things I am trying to do to find my mojo again.

I need to be honest, this isn't my first Studyblr account, nor my second but rather my third.

I started my first account at 15 years old, I was in perhaps year 10 or maybe the start of year 11. You could find my Studyblr account somewhere till this day.

I created my Studyblr to keep driven, this community is a strong and determined community. One that help one another and one that has seen me and helped me grow.

I will not mention what my Studyblr account was for it is too cheesy but it's interesting going back to check what 15 year old Jeyte was like. Ambitious, Hardworking and Optimistic.

15 year Jeyte had dreams, dreams that he was willing to publicly share.

A dream, and I quote, to "pursue Knowledge, perfection and happiness. A hopeful Oxbridge student."

This is very interesting 5 years ago I had both tangible measurable goals and intangible immeasurable goals. Goals that one could say they have achieved one day and goals that one cannot achieve one day and lookback and say 'I did that' but goals one can merely aim towards.

5 years later, I am studying at the my dream university. My hard work was able to achieve that.

I set a goal and 5 years on my dream came true. This is a perfect example of how one could self-actualize their goals.

So here is to more dreams that I will aim towards and dreams that I will achieve.

1. I will graduate from Oxford.

I will work as hard as possible and do the best I can in the given circumstances.

I will also have a healthy experience at this university. I cannot come and kill myself for a degree. I will have a help routine outside academia that keeps me sane.

2. I will be a lawyer at a top law firm.

This may change. But this is my aim at the moment.

The photos attached to this post are some of my favourite of Oxford. A reminder that my dreams came true once and can come true again.

[thestudyspace]

DISCLAIMER: This post is not sponsored by any company. I’ve just found some websites and information that can be used for students. Please research them thoroughly before buying/applying/signing up to anything please! If you use something that is great, please let me know so I can add it to the list!

MYUNIDAYS - Verify your student status and get discounts to lots of shops and restaurants, as well as offers and deals, including half price Apple Music student account, and 10% Asos discount. UNIDAYS can also be used in many different countries including the UK and the US. They also have an app which you can be useful when using certain discounts in shops and restaurants (some can only be used online and vice versa).

NUS - Similar to UNIDAYS, but you have to pay for an NUS card/membership. They have some pretty good discounts for various things. Again, there is an NUS app.

SAVE THE STUDENT - everything you want to know about student life, summed up in one website! Information on student finance, budgeting and saving money. Great for if you’re living at university.

STUDENT BEANS - Similar to UNIDAYS and NUS. Again, lots of discounts and you can register free. They also advertise jobs, work experience, etc.

THE STUDENT ROOM - Forums for students, which also offers lots of advice on various topics such as student finance and applying to university.

THIS IS MONEY - Some helpful student budgeting tips. 

BRIGHT KNOWLEDGE - Lots of information about different subjects and careers. 

SORTED FOOD - Cheap but delicious recipe ideas!

SAVE THE GRADUATE - Helpful website for graduate students, with information about jobs and further study.

BBC GOOD FOOD - More cheap recipe ideas for students.

APPLE EDUCATION - Buy Apple products using your student information.

SUPER COOK - Find recipes using what ever you have in your cupboard! 

STUDENT PRICE CARD - For students in Canada, you can get discounts (10 - 15% usually) on shops, when you pay for a card/membership.

BUDGET BYTES - Delicious recipes on a budget!

This is not a complete list, but I’ll try to add to it through out the year!

[sizvideos]

[spankingmackenzie]

I needed to see this gifset today..

[tobiasxva-deactivated20170810]

fucking amen

[nurse-to-med]

You may not achieve what you want to achieve in life. But you will always regret what you don’t at least try. 

It took me 10 years to get into medical school. Lots of people telling me I wouldn’t get in. Lots of people telling me I was mad. Lots of people telling me that I was getting too old and just to have a career and settle down. But I didn’t give up. And I go into my 3rd year of medical school in September. Not only did I make it, not only did I do well, but I got the academic prize and deans commendation in my first year. 10 years ago I was told i was not good enough to even get in!

Things may not always work out that way. You may never make it to medical school, or law school, or as a comedian. But you have to at least TRY.

[amerioxfordan]

i went shopping while my mum is still here in the uk so i have access to a car to contain stuff on the way back from the shops, so this is just a random collection of things we thought I will need add Oxford - the perhaps less common cooking things, like the electric mixer, are because of my passion for baking meringues, I kinda figured I need to make sure I do have all that stuff for my little hobby

there were a few things we got back from the store and i realised i was going to need, like clothes hangers, but i’m sure i can pick them up somewhere easily if i need to

some of this stuff i would’ve just taken from my house, except that my house is in a different country and i didn’t want to bring it in my suitcase

i guess once i get to oxford i’ll find out which bits are actually useful and which bits were a mistake, and then i’ll be able to make a list of advice for future students to learn from my mistakes!

photos of some of the stuff may or may not be included in future days’ posts

[pendejx-deactivated20200323]

A white person learning another language in the United States is a person looking to build a résumé.

A person of color learning English in the United States is a person looking to be treated like a human being.

It is not the same thing.

[pendejx-deactivated20200323]

Keep reblogging this white people are getting mad because they don’t know the difference between learning a language because it’s fun or to put it on applications and learning a language so you won’t get treated like garbage by everyone

[swanjolras-blog-archive-deactiv]

when i find myself in times of trouble

terry pratchett comes to me

whispering sam vimes once arrested a motherfucking dragon

you are capable of literally anything

[worfsgoldspeedo]

Sam Vimes once arrested two opposing armies to end a war.

[pasiphile]

x

[mage-pie]

Sam Vimes fought an ancient mind-controlling spirit and won. Sam Vimes killed a werewolf with his bare hands. Sam Vimes happily wears the awful lumpy itchy socks his wife knits him. Sam Vimes causes traffic jams in order to be home in time to read his baby a bedtime story. Sam Vimes fought at the barricades— twice. Sam Vimes waited until his interviewee had left and then put his coat over his head so no one could hear him laughing hysterically at her silly name. Sam Vimes is my hero.

[witchylana]

Sam Vimes overcame a crippling alcohol dependency. Sam Vimes examines and confronts his internal prejudices. Sam Vimes lived in poverty because he was giving his salary to the widows and orphans of fellow officers. Sam Vimes cleaned up a corrupt police force and made it inclusive of the different ethnicities in his city.

Sam Vimes is my hero too.

[cosmictuesdays]

He turned to leave, then seemed to have a thought. “Sergeant Dorfl!” he said, turning back. “D’you think you’ll believe in gods now?”

Every eye in the Watch House turned to the golem sergeant. “Not Gods, Yet.” said Sergeant Dorfl. “But Always Sam Vimes.”

- Mister Vimes’d Go Spare

[kiss-my-aspergers]

do it for the vimes

[notcaycepollard]

Sam Vimes created the Boots theory of socioeconomic unfairness, which is still the best and simplest example of poverty creating more poverty I have ever read

[digoxin-purpurea]

apply for jobs you’re not qualified for! audit upper-level classes! get drunk with your TAs! see that poster advertising that lecture series? go there take notes and ask questions! thank the presenter for talking about this topic you love! if the class is full before you register, email the professor and ask if they can squeeze you in! RAISE YOUR HAND! tell the disability accomodation office to do their goddamn job! ask for help! file complaints! go to class in your pajamas and destroy the reading! you got this! you KNOW you got this! be arrogant enough to learn EVERYTHING! take your meds! punch a velociraptor in the dick! fear is useless and temporary! glory is forever! shed your skin and erupt angel wings! help out! spread your sun!

i had a really good morning! you deserve a really good morning! kill anyone who says you don’t and build a throne from their bones!

[sirjefetheboss-deactivated20210]

Oddly inspiring

[doinbetter]

how to win at college

this also applies to high school in a lot of ways, esp in organization and involvement

I read this book by cal newport called “how to win at college” in prep for my freshman year & u should definitely read it yourself because there are lots of important points i don’t cover in this post, but if you don’t want to, this is my summary of what I think were the most important points he made. 

STUDY HARD, BUT YOUR GRADES DON’T MEAN AS MUCH AS WHAT YOU LEARN OUTSIDE THE CLASSROOM. he prioritizes getting vital experiences such as

- joining a club and eventually taking responsibility in it and becoming a leader

- apply for scholarships every year (he said 10 a year) 

- volunteer, but not for your resume. do it to learn and become a better person. 

- get involved in research, and get involved in your major department (like go to the events and lectures, even if they aren’t mandatory)

- write outside of class regularly because writing is super important (example- submit to your school newspaper) 

STAY ORGANIZED AND ON TOP OF YOUR SHIT

- he really really REALLY emphasizes not procrastinating and studying / starting papers well in advance of deadlines. his rules are to 

- - >start long term projects immediately after they are assigned and continue to work on them by following a reasonable schedule (he says to finish early, revise, then finish again), 

- - > take 3 days to write shorter papers (aka you have abt 2 weeks to work on them and they range from 2-15ish pages) (aka make preparations pre writing, then write a rough draft on the first day, revise and focus your writing on the second day (make sure your arguments are very clear!), and polish your paper on the third day), and

- - >take 2 weeks to study for an exam. study in shorter blocks during the first week, like maybe an hour or so each day. over the weekend, add more hours. the few days before the test, study in 2-3 hour chunks to really cement the already familiar information. 

- get a filing cabinet for your papers instead of just piling them on your desk and having to search for them later. 

- have a HIGH QUALITY notebook and a folder for each class (or whatever stationery keeps you organized) and keep all your folders/notebooks/binders neat and organized. 

- empty your inbox and organize your emails 

- schedule your free time- aka have specific times that you choose to relax and spend with friends rather than unintentionally relaxing during work time, or worrying about work during relaxation time. 

TAKE CARE OF YOURSELF

- you NEED sleep, you NEED healthy food, and you NEED exercise. you really shouldn’t put anything ahead of these things. 

- NEVER pull an all nighter. if you’re studying ahead of time, this should be easy. all nighters aren’t glamorous, they’re unproductive, really stressful, and unhealthy

- keep in touch with old friends, and remember to call your mom

- make sure to spend time with new friends and take care of them. be there for your friends. 

- keep your room neat and make your bed!! 

like i said, there is a lot of important stuff that I didn’t cover so i recommend reading the book how to win at college by cal newport, and take what you need to from it. good luck!!!

[espressogal]

hey everyone!! love summer but miss the routine system school gave you?

well here’s a list of tips i’ve drawn up so that you can have the best summer possible and stick to your summer do-to list!

1. wake up early! 

and no, this doesn’t mean you have to wake up at 5am everyday (unless that’s your cup of tea!). although it’s summer and often times we feel the obligation to stay up till 3am watching videos and waking up at noon, it will mess up your body clock and may actually prevent you from accomplishing your goals.

by waking up around the same you used to (+/- 1 hour), your body establishes and maintains a healthy circadian rhythm and allows you more time in the day to follow your list! which brings me to number 2..

2. write down your goals for the summer!

i can’t stress this enough. get out a piece of paper / blank document and write down every thing you want to accomplish this summer. this may include: 

get a job 

eat healthier 

read x amount of books 

exercise 3x a week 

write a short story 

learn an instrument 

learn a new language 

hang out with friends more 

watch a tv show 

finish summer assignments 

this then leads me to my favourite part:

3. plan your day / accomplish those goals! 

get out that planner / bullet journal / piece of paper and write down everything you’re going to do today in order to achieve your goals!

this is an example of what your daily planner could like!

good morning!

a good morning = a good day. wake up everyday with a goal set in your mind. what do you want to accomplish today. why? set an alarm clock, get up, and drink a glass of water. then (yes) make your bed. freshen up in the bathroom and make some breakfast. watch the sunrise. do some stretches. refresh your mind. remember your goals. write your plans for the day down. these are your plans and you will accomplish them. and yes, taking naps and watching movies can be a part of your plan. fuel your mind and body. the world is yours to seize. 

good night!

time to wind down and reflect. freshen up and get to your planner. did you accomplish as much as you could? what inhibited you from doing so? why? what were some of your accomplishments today? you may choose to write this down or mentally reflect. before going to bed, clean up your room / workspace. remember, room clutter = mind clutter. remember to avoid social media at least an hour before going to bed. set an alarm clock for the next morning and set your phone as far away from your bed as possible. get at least 7-9 hours of sleep and prepare to seize the day again the next morning. 

i hope you all have a great summer guys!! remember, you are not obligated to learn 5 new languages and study next semester’s syllabus. this is your time to relax and reflect. your past failures are a learning opportunity and this summer is your chance to enhance your character and grow out of your failures to become the most successful person you can be. you got this, i believe in you. 

[lampurple]

Actual good first-time college student advice:

Wear jeans/pants that “breathe” and bring a sweater, even if it’s scorching hot out, until you know which building blasts the AC to 60 degrees F and which feels like a sauna

Backpacks with thick straps are your friend!  Messenger bags are cool and all but if you’re commuting with a lot of stuff, symmetrically styled backpacks are better for your back

You are your own person and you can walk out whenever you need to or want to, so long as you’re not disrupting the class.  Meaning you can go to the bathroom without permission, take a breather if you’re anxious, answer an important phone call, etc.

If you don’t like the class on the first day, if you can- DROP THAT CLASS AND TAKE ANOTHER ONE!  It’ll only get worse from there!

If you can, take a class outside your major; it’s a good break from your expected studies.

You are in charge of your schedule.  Your adviser and guidance counselor is there to ‘advise and guide’ but if you don’t like certain classes and you can substitute for others, that’s your choice.

Consequently, if you are changing anything drastic in your plan, talk with your adviser and instructors.

Pay attention to your credit hours and grades.  Never leave this to the last week of school, you will be sorry and stressed beyond belief!

Unless it’s a lab book or otherwise specified, go to the class for a week or so before buying an expensive textbook.  Some classes, while having it on their required list, do not actually use the textbook a whole lot and you might find some of it scanned online.  Rent if you can or buy used online (schools actually don’t give discounts).  Use your best judgement on what you think you need.

Tell the people who go up to you selling or advertising things you are not interested in that you are in a rush to class and don’t have time to listen to them.  It’s less rude and they’ll leave you alone.

The smaller the class, the better it is to have some sort of acquaintanceship with a couple classmates.  They might save your ass if you are absent one day or need to study.  And talking with them makes the time go by faster without it being so insufferable.

You don’t need to join a club or sport, but internships are cool and useful!

If you can afford it, take a day off once or twice each semester if you’re too exhausted.  Just be aware of what you missed and if it was worth missing!

Your health is the most important, this goes for mental health too!!  Note: College-age/upper teens is when mental disorders like depression and anxiety are most commonly diagnosed.  Most schools have therapy services, especially during exam time.  Look into it if you need to!

Communicate with your professor if you are having trouble with something.  Anything.

Eat and stay hydrated.  Bring a water bottle and snack to class.

All-nighters will happen but never go over 36 hours without sleep.

It’s going to be hard and there will be times you might think about giving up.  This WILL happen.  You just have to make sure what you’re doing isn’t making you absolutely miserable and/or there is something rewarding and positive to look forward to at the end!

[saintmosshart]

I did none of this and it bit me in the ass every time so this is EXCELLENT ADVICE.

ADDITIONAL ADVICE

Don’t let a mental health day turn into a mental health week because you will be so screwed.

Pay attention to the syllabus and do not lose it. A lot of professors put all of the assignment due dates in there and ONLY in there.

If your school has blackboard or moodle etc. CHECK IT. a lot of professors will only post certain info there and not talk about it in class

Check your student email account weekly. A lot of it will be unimportant junk but sometimes it’s the only way professors will communicate.

[beauty-and-learning-blog]

Check your student email multiple times DAILY. 

[fightostudy]

THANK YOU. I’m so glad i have resources like this queued up in my ‘college’ tag bc honestly i was so stressed before

[studyingallnight]

Advice from someone who really fucked up their freshman year:

READINGS ARE NOT OPTIONAL.

I REPEAT. READINGS. ARE. NOT. OPTIONAL.

Put them in your schedule, read BEFORE class. And summarise it. For bonus points, come up with some questions about the text and go introduce yourself to your professor either after class or during office hours, and ask them about it. This will make them much more likely to remember you in a positive light (and possibly bump your grade up if you hit a hard patch.)

Your library will have a copy of your textbook. If you cannot afford to rent it, you can go to the library and borrow it from the front desk for a few hours whenever you need it. It is there for you, okay? 

SO DO YOUR READINGS.

[studyblr]

gentle reminder that you can do anything you set your mind on

[onlinecounsellingcollege]

Tips for Becoming Mentally Strong

1. Don’t fear being and doing things alone.

2. Keep your focus on the future, not the past.

3. Understand that things take time.

4. Be patient, and keep trying when things are difficult.

5. Don’t fear being judged or criticized by others.

6. Decide to be the author and creator of your life.

7. Don’t let other people determine what you do.

8. Let go of all the thing you can’t control.

9. Learn to both accept, and to manage, your emotions

10. Take calculated risks, and do what’s new and diiferent.

[mysharona1987]

I think about this Frankie Boyle quote more than I should.

[waddles321]

How to get your shit (back) together Part 1

Sleep

Sleep enough, at least 8 hours a day

Get up before 9am. You don’t want to sleep through your day, you want to use it. An alarm clock might help you to get up

Don’t go to bed too late. 12pm is the deadline.

Stop using your phone/laptop/TV at least 1 hour prior to your bedtime. Read that book you bought last year and haven’t touched since then.

Hygiene/Appearance

Shower regularly

Wash your hair when needed. No greasy hair allowed

Wash your face twice a day, if needed use a facial cleanser

Hydrate your skin and use chapstick

Use sunscreen. I know, I know, I’m not a fan of it either, but your skin will thank you

Brush your teeth twice a day

Brush your hair (yeah, yeah I know about curly hair, just do what you have to do to look neat)

Leave pimples alone , I know it’s hard, but try it, they will go away way quicker

DEO! Use that shit. If you don’t want to use chemicals, you can diy your own one, but don’t you dare walking around stinking

Make up is not a necessity, but if you want to use it, have a basic understanding of it. You want to look good not clownish

Shaving isn’t a necessity, for absolutely no one, but if you shave, make sure it looks neat

Organisation

Have a calender and USE it

Write down every single task, no matter how small it might be, you still don’t want to forget it

Check your bank account regularly, you need to know how much you can spend

Also have a budget, know how much you make, what monthly payments you have, how much money you need for food and so on

If possible: pay your bills the day those sucker come in

You may want to consider getting a job. If your still in school/college/university, make sure it doesn’t interfere with your studies. School comes first

Plan your outfits the evening before. Less stress in the morning and you will look put together. If you’re picky plan two outfits and don’t forget to check the weather forecast

*This guide could help you to get your life back on track, but you probably have to find your own way to live your life. If you feel like something isn’t working for you, thats fine, don’t beat yourself up about it*

[academiix]

Now that the year is almost to an end, here are some tips and realizations I made this year :) 

1) surround yourself with people who motivate you. my best friend also has high goals for herself, and we spent a lot of time this year just talking about our future goals, studying together, working on homework assignments, etc. the more the people around you are motivated, the more productive you will be. 

2) it’s okay to give up activities if you don’t have time/aren’t interested anymore. i was captain of a varsity sport, but at the end of the year i didn’t really enjoy the activity anymore. even though commitment is important for college, and i had a leadership position, it sucked time out of my actual passions, so i stopped doing it after this season, and honestly it was the right decision. 

3) discipline and efficiency are key. twice a week i got home at 9:00pm, which meant i had to become extremely strategic when planning out my week and efficient at doing my homework assignments. this meant that i would complete my homework the night before, and wake up an hour early to study (i’m not a night owl). i would basically try to complete as many assignments in as little time as possible so i could sleep :’) use that planner!!!

4) pursue your interests, even if you don’t think you will be good at it. i have always loved writing, even though i never thought i was at the skill level to win a writing competition. i entered one for fun however, since i thoroughly enjoyed writing, and i ended up winning! so, don’t let opportunities pass by. even if you fail one time, you could succeed the next time you try!

5) always make time for things to relax your mind. fun fact: even during AP season, I managed to finish a korean drama in one week lol (~24 hours of episodes). just make sure that your entertainment does not distract yourself from your studies! as i say, play hard, work hard

6) make connections. i cannot stress how important networking is for your future! i’ve made several friends from across the country from attending summer camps and debate tournaments, and they offer another support system for me and i know that in the future when they are successful, they will definitely be willing to help me out because i’ve been nice to them too

[peachisty]

5 Summer Goals:

Document.

Take lots of photos and videos. Film your little adventures from the beach trip to your journey to learning a new instrument to your family road trips. Write about your days– may it be simple or special. Was it sunny today? Did it rain? Will it be raining any time soon? How are you feeling right now? Do you wish you could do something relevant? Store memories that you could easily flip through when time comes and you would like a taste of your summer stories.

Learn.

Beat the boredom by learning. It does not have to be something complex like learning a new language or studying in advance. Try out new fun things, instruments, sports, etc that you’ve always wanted to learn. Crafting? There’s youtube and maybe pinterest for you. Piano? You can also check basic lessons online or maybe grab an instructor. Swimming? It’s never too late to learn how to properly breathe underwater or float well! There will always be room for knowledge and learning, you just need to have the initiative to knock on those doors and enter willingly.

Rest.

Summer is best for physically exhausted people because they get the chance to be free of academic (students) responsibilities. Give yourself the break and rest you deserve. You can unplug from social media if you would like. Take a break from constantly checking on your notifications. Log out of your accounts if you want to. Take it easy, the summer is long and you will have enough time. Have fun. Breathe well. For a moment, just give yourself a pat in the back and get enough sleep.

Productive.

There are plenty of things you can do to keep your body moving and your brain working this summer. Cross out some books on your reading list. Go outside if you want to. Play with your dogs and give them regular haircuts. Work on a DIY project, open a small business to earn money over the break. Productivity is such a relative word. You do you, enjoy your taste of freedom in your own personal way!

Heal.

Most importantly, may this break be your avenue to heal, grow, and accept your body. To find yourself, to give you strength and will. May you never have the opportunity to catch summer blues. I hope this summer, your process to become a better person will begin or continue.

[left-reminders]

[class-struggle-anarchism]

Anthony Bourdain, in his book A Cook’s Tour

[thecringeandwincefactory-deacti]

I lived there for three years. He’s not wrong. Kissinger is a fucking war criminal.

[charcutertheorie-deactivated201]

What does Kissenger have to do with what Pol Pot did?

[anarchopupgirl]

https://www.antiwar.com/orig/pilger.php?articleid=1807

“For too long Pol Pot and his gang have been an iconic horror show  in the west, stripped of the reasons why. And this extraordinary film, it has  to be said, adds little to the why. When Pol Pot died in his bed a few years  ago, I was asked by a features editor to write about him. I said I would, but  that the role of “civilized” governments in bringing him to power, sustaining  his movement and rejuvenating it was a critical component. He wasn’t interested.

The genocide in Cambodia did not begin on April 17 1975, “Year  Zero.” It began more than five years earlier when American bombers killed  an estimated 600,000 Cambodians. Phosphorous and cluster bombs, napalm and dump  bombs that left vast craters were dropped on a neutral country of peasant people  and straw huts. In one six-month period in 1973, more tons of American bombs  were dropped on Cambodia than were dropped on Japan during the second world  war: the equivalent of five Hiroshimas.

The regime of Richard Nixon and Henry  Kissinger did this, secretly and illegally. Unclassified CIA files leave little doubt that the bombing was  the catalyst for Pol Pot’s fanatics, who, before the inferno, had only minority  support. Now, a stricken people rallied to them. In Panh’s film, a torturer  refers to the bombing as his reason for joining “the maquis”: the Khmer Rouge. 

What Nixon and Kissinger began, Pol Pot completed. And having been driven out  by the Vietnamese, who came from the wrong side of the cold war, the Khmer Rouge  were restored in Thailand by the Reagan administration, assisted by the Thatcher  government, who invented a “coalition” to provide the cover for America’s continuing  war against Vietnam. “