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A smile Is the best makeup a girl can wear.~Marilyn Monroe

[study-sleep-tea-repeat]

My Fall 2021 Notion Setup

This is currently the main pages that I have in my Notion at the moment, it will likely change as I continue to tweak things but this is what I have so far! I've been using Notion for quite a while now, maybe around 2 years at this point and so I think I've figured out a system that works well for me. I recently updated it though to give it more of a theme and so far I am absolutely in love with it. Let's jump into it!

The Meadow

First up is my homepage which I call The Meadow! I have pictures that I love as headers for all my most-used pages, such as this beautiful field that helps me feel at peace. My main task tracker is called my "master get-to-do list" and I've been using this system for a long time and it works well for me. Basically, I put in all my assignments and tasks for the quarter into this table at the beginning of the quarter when we get our syllabi and then schedule tasks for when I'll want to do them (adjusting the details and dates of them as the quarter goes by). Then, on my homepage I'll filter the tasks so only the ones set for that day show up, giving me an easy view of what I need to do that day. If y'all want more info about how I make it and how it works then definitely let me know and I can make a post about it!

The Library

Next up is The Library, which is my academic hub. I keep all my class pages in here as well as info for my extracurriculars. I also have some of my favorite study playlists embedded, plus a calendar view of my master get-to-do list mentioned previously. I like visualizing it in multiple ways, and this view is a bit better for planning things out longer-term in my opinion!

The Cottage

Then I have The Cottage, which is sort of a personal page that has all my mental and physical health pages within it. It's a bit random but it makes sense to me which is what matters!

The Art Shed

This page is where I keep all of my hobby information, such as tracking books I've read, keeping lists of recommendations, brainstorming social media post ideas, and keeping pages about whatever art projects I'm working on at the moment. I also have this book tracker that's linked to the one on my homepage to keep me reminded that I want to make an effort to read more frequently outside of school. I also track my books on GoodReads, so follow me on there if you're interested!

The Vault

As for the last page I'll be showing you today, this is where I keep all my important information, such as school admin info, expense tracker, etc. I also share a cleaning list with my roommates (similar format to my master get-to-do list previously mentioned) that I keep in here as well.

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I'm a big fan of using Notion and I love how you can make systems and pages that work for you and your lifestyle. I highly recommend it (not sponsored haha) especially to students since you can sign up for free using a school email address. Let me know if you want me to go more in-depth about any of the pages mentioned today, I'd be happy to make follow-up posts!

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Currently listening to: Honeybee by The Head And The Heart

Currently reading: Five Feet Apart by Rachael Lippincott

[frithams]

Notion Master Post ✨

I reached a personal goal with this blog so I decided to celebrate with this Master Post ✨

This is going to be a long post so I am putting it all under the cut. Notion is a free to students app that is used primarily for note taking but I can be used for so much more.

Below the cut is some resources I use to make my Notion pages useful and beautiful! I hope you enjoy and feel free to message me if you want any more information.

Keep reading

[blueinkplanners]

One of my favorite ways to prepare for a new semester is creating my little notion page for the semester.

Each semester my notion has:

• class hubs

• a master-list

• various filters of my master-list

The class hubs are so helpful (when I’m too lazy to dig through canvas) during the semester! It’s a nice way to have all the information I need all in one place. Last semester it was extremely helpful to have the zoom links there to cut fumbling time and made it possible to go to class when canvas crashed!

The master-list I use is HEAVILY and almost entirely based on Janice Studies’ master-list from one of their notion set-up videos! I shared it with my boyfriend and brother…happy to report both of them found it very useful.

I’ve seen a lot of people using google sheets but I love using notion because there’s just so many ways you can customize and organize everything! But, the general idea is still the same: put all assignments and deadlines in now so you don’t have to worry about it later!

Finally I copy the master-list all around my notion (which I also got from Janice Studies). This helps me see really clearly what I have due when and focus on what needs to be done. I love using the “on or before today” and “within a week” filter so that I can stay ahead of my work and see my progress!

That was a lot of writing. I hope I didn’t bore anyone some of you found my little guide helpful! Make sure to check out Janice Studies, their content has changed my notion game forever. Let me know if you have any questions :)

[pre-meddiaries]

The journey doesn’t end when you fail, the journey ends when you stop trying.

I really thought that my dream of going to medical school and being a surgeon was dead. But there’s hope.

[hawtchocolate]

[papyrussuggestions-archive]

GOOD MORNING! REMEMBER! THE MORE CHALLENGING SOMETHING IS, THE MORE IMPRESSIVE IT WILL BE WHEN YOU CONQUER IT!

[positivelyqueer]

No one is scrutinising your actions as much as you are. The receptionist on the phone won’t notice if you pause or stutter. The cashier won’t remember if you replied ‘you too’ to an unrelated sentence. The people on the street won’t pay attention to you tripping or stumbling, unless it is to see if you’re okay. Think about the times you remember these things about others, and realise that these interactions pass without notice or judgement.

[quotemadness]

“Solitude is dangerous. It’s very addictive. It becomes a habit after you realize how peaceful and calm it is. It’s like you don’t want to deal with people anymore because they drain your energy.”

— Jim Carrey

[thoughtkick]

“I’ve found that growing up means being honest. About what I want. What I need. What I feel. Who I am.”

— Epiphany

[thoughtkick]

“Part of falling in love with someone is actually falling in love with yourself.”

— Leah Raeder

[heavensghost]

hands that let go, Katie Maria

[20o1-deactivated20240129-deacti]

February will be filled with positivity.

February will be filled with love.

February will be filled with trust.

February will be filled with kindness.

February will be filled with miracles.

February will be filled with hope.

February will be filled with new beginnings.

[bitchycode]

January was a tough year but we made it

[selfhelpforstudents]

1. Organize your study space

Organizing your study space is really important. Avoid starting to study before that because getting up to get things you don’t have at hand will distract you. I have my own “desk organization list”. Laptop, iPad, Apple Pencil, earphones, water, fruits, my pencil case, my folders, paper, etc.

2.     Make a plan and get control of your calendar

Make a "to do list" and plan everything out. When exactly are your exams?  How many days do you want to study for each subject? Which subject needs more time? Etc., etc.

3.     Mistakes are good

When studying we do make mistakes sometimes. I hate it. You hate it. Yes, it’s awful. But they are GOOD. You learn from them. A short anecdote of my life: If I didn’t make the mistake of dating a complete idiot, I probably would not have learned that bad boys really aren’t that great haha.

4.     Find examples

To really understand something, you should find examples. E. g. if you are learning about some kind of criminal law, look up cases. If you are studying about the business cycle, look up examples of different countries. Is the US in a boom? Or a depression? Has it been in a depression before? What was that like?

5.     Test yourself

Quizz yourself. This is the most important thing when studying something by heart or learning a language. Get your flashcards out of your pocket!  And quizz yourself every single day!

6.     Take regular breaks and sleep for 8 hours

I know, studying is important. But what is even more important is your health. Don’t drain yourself. You got this. Don’t worry! Take a short break after 25 minutes every time. Just a short one. Allow yourself to breath and close your eyes. Your brain needs sleep and breaks to function!

7.     Study before going to sleep

A numerous amount of studies have found out that the brain processes a lot of things while sleeping. This can be very beneficial to us! Study for a few minutes before going to bed or revise what you have studied that day. It will help you remember it better.

8.     Eat good foods

I know you don’t want to hear this… A pizza is quite nice. But is it good for you? Probably not. Food is fuel. But we need good fuel to function properly. Eat nutritious foods and be good to your body. It really needs a healthy diet to maintain your health and stay happy. Also: Your brain needs calories. Don’t starve yourself. Aaaand, remember to drink enough water. I recommend watching “The Game Changers” on Netflix.

9.     Exercise

Working out can be extremely beneficial to you. Not just for your physical strength but also for your mental health and productivity, studies have found. Going for a run or going to the gym can increase your overall well-being! So let’s go! I’m getting ripped tonight, RIP that… umm sorry.

10.  Be kind to yourself

Last but not least, please be kind to yourself. Don’t beat yourself up. Everything is going to be fine. You are not alone. You are loved. You are worthy. Please remember that! I love you.

Feel free to join my #selfhelpforstudents100Days challenge (aka me doing the 100 Days of Productivity Challenge and motivating y'all haha).

Also feel free to join our study/mental health server on Discord. We’re doing self help “group therapy” calls, studying together and much more. We’re stronger together!

We are currently working on a website to help students with studying and mental health issues. My post about it.

Love, Sophia

[nevver]

Uh oh

[gumuhit]

you’re going to love again, find a job again, create art again, do what you love again, feel powerful again. you’re going to be back on track. i don’t know when, but you are going to feel like yourself again, eventually. this isn’t the end. hang in there.

[sircharleschewbacca]

Science Academia — oh to be devoted to medicine

I made this moodboard with some pics of first year

Sir Charles appears as a puppy in the first picture! So many memories :’)