Jasmin

studyblr | undergrad studying cellular+molecular medicine at Bristol uni :)

[ancientsstudies]

Instagram: reviewsium

[outsassing-nero]

29.10.21// to say that i am not entirely happy with the direction my post grad program has taken would be an understatement, but at least i try to channel my productive energy into my dissertation/phd expose work.

listening to: somi, anymore

[smartspo]

some easy to follow tips on how to organize your digital life for a stress-free experience while trying your best at school! ✨📖

other posts: 

advice on choosing your major

self-studying in three steps

being productive at home

[nadiamakesthings]

Hybrid Note Taking Style

A note taking method that blends the best of paper and digital note taking that I’ve been exploring lately. So far it’s working really well for me :) Hope it helps! 

[princesskuragina]

This is dark academia *turns off all the lights and goes to sleep at 1:37 pm*

[academ1c]

09.10.2020 • long time no post!

i haven’t posted any original content in....phew, a year and a half!! during that time i’ve taken my A levels, moved out, completed my first year at uni, started second year, oh and (so far!) lived through a global pandemic?? wild honestly.

thought i’d kick off my return to studyblr with some Chaucer crit and the minutes from my zoom meeting this morning 👩‍💻

[acadstuds]

i have very messy bed sheets, my excuse? it’s prelims week :) — as much as i want this week to end already, the next week after this is filled with video presentations and reports so idk if i’m okay with that but oh well hehe so here are my notes in education psychology, one of my favorite subjects for this semester!

[savvily-studious]

26.01.19 - I can’t believe the speed of time right now. I swear, January started yesterday. Finally moved onto the last part of the history syllabus.

🎧 Yet Another Movie - Pink Floyd

[pa-eonia]

pre 5-hour mock exam vs post. not included: my now numb and lifelessly dangling right arm

[quaelearns]

Studying with Anemia

Anemia is a condition caused by low numbers of healthy blood cells in one’s body. It is more prevalent in females than males and since the studyblr community’s demographics is predominantly females, I wrote this post in hopes that this will help some of you. Keep in mind that even if you weren’t officially diagnosed with anemia, if the following discussion applies to you, you should definitely see a doctor. 

These are some of the common symptoms of anemia: 

Fatigue

Weakness

Pale or yellowish skin

Irregular heartbeats

Shortness of breath

Dizziness or lightheadedness

Chest pain

Cold hands and feet

Headaches

These symptoms can lead to many complications in your academic life. Speaking from personal experience, one of the main problems is falling asleep/getting dizzy in class, while studying, during exams etc. Headaches and cold hands and feet are also among the problems. I’ve had anemia for eight years now, so I’ve tried many things and figured out what works for me. I’ll share with you some things that helped me but you’re welcome to suggest your ideas and experiences:

Taking short naps throughout the day: Can’t stress this enough. Even if you got a good night’s sleep, make sure to take at least one short nap during the day. Especially if your hemoglobin level is lower than 8, it’s hard to trust your body so don’t risk it. If you’re studying or taking an exam later in the day, make sure to take a 20 min nap beforehand so your body is fully energized for the task. 

Being mindful of class locations and schedules: If you have classes in different locations and you have walk a lot or climb several flights of stairs to get there, make sure to replenish your energy before class starts. If this class is scheduled before your designated nap time, chances are you might fall asleep or fail to focus in class. In that case, drink coffee or chew gum to keep yourself focused. If those don’t work, tell a friend or your desk mate to check up on you if they notice you dozing off. If you can, don’t take classes too far apart because you’ll be tired before even getting to the class.

Paying attention to diet: For most common anemia, a simple diet change could work wonders. Make sure you’re consuming iron-rich food. If you have iron supplements and if it works for you, definitely take those, preferably in the morning so you feel good enough the rest of the day. Don’t eat junk food while studying or before studying. Food like banana, almonds, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds etc are ideal snacks that can give your nutrition and also help you stay awake. 

Keeping your body warm: Wear an extra layer or at least keep a scarf/sweater with you. Most definitely carry lotions. Sometimes feelings too cold can make you fall asleep so don’t underestimate this problem. Drink tea/coffee. Carry heat packs. 

Dealing with headaches: I don’t usually get extreme headaches but whenever I do get mild headaches, washing my hair and/or drinking green tea or eating something extremely sour helps. You should definitely explore and figure out what reduces your pain.

[study-van]

12.09.2020

I’ve successfully finished my first week of med school!! To be frank, it was a weird week but I’m slowly getting adapted to its routine.

🎧umi, love affair

[yongxqi]

09.04.2020 [click for hq]

some summer biology review!! school got postponed 2 weeks but that means more time for summer hw (=^x^=)

[violetsnotebook-archive]

07.09.20 / happy monday! i’m thinking of throwing away my artwork that i’ve had on my wall for the longest time but i’m not sure what to replace it with. anyway, i’m off to read for the rest of the afternoon. take care! i hope you have a lovely week ahead ♡

[jeonchemstudy-closed]

8.13.20 i signed up for molecular bio for the fall so i decided to start studying now

What is your favourite ice cream flavour?

coffee, mint chocolate, or cotton candy :))

[violetsnotebook-archive]

my august in photos / trust your heart if the seas catch fire, live by love though the stars walk backward. – e.e. cummings

[eunoiamaybe]

my quick tips for working / studying from home

- get dressed and style your hair as if you’re going to school/work - even use the same perfume/ cologne as you normally do  (trick your mind into being motivated)

- plan things out - everything (plan out your week, day, meal, etc. you can make these as specific as you’d like. this will help you stay on top of your work as well as stay healthy, especially if you live alone.)

- make studying/ working the first thing you do each day - best if you can start in the morning (minimize the tendency to procrastinate)

- just start - don’t worry too much about perfecting or finishing anything yet (if you don’t start then there’s nothing for you to perfect or get done. and it will never get done)

- listen to old and simple (aka non-distracting) podcasts, Youtube videos, or café/ chattering white-noise, etc. simply leave them as background noise to create an illusion of being outside your room (bring the presence of people to you. my favorites lately have been slam poems from 2016, Mae Martin’s stages, and Awsten Knight’s crackhead podcasts)

- set timers, for both study sessions and breaks (so that you don’t overwork, burn out, or procrastinate. the Pomodoro technique works great here)

- take advantage of the comfort of your own home (light a candle, have crunchy snacks, play loud music, review notes out loud while pacing around, wrap yourself in a blanket burrito, study on your bed if you can focus there like me, etc. basically anything you can’t do in a classroom, office, or the library)

- if you miss your friends, call/ text/ facetime them, make a study group chat with them, etc. (that is what technology is for)

- choose recreational activities/ self-care for your breaks instead of going on social media (go on walks, make small art, play an instrument, stretch, take a nap, etc. I usually reach for my guitar, brainstorm writing ideas, or sketch very simple line art.)

- if you want to go on social media, do it during meal times - or the 15 minutes after your meals that you can’t work just yet (it also doesn’t make you feel like you’re wasting time)

- study in different rooms for a change of scenery (dining room, living room, the patio, etc. I have an armchair next to the window that I study in whenever I need some sunlight and don’t have to write anything down. however, if you need a designated place to focus on your work, you can also use these alternative spaces as designated “relax” or “creative” place for your breaks)

- use this as an opportunity to take care of yourself (get enough sleep, drink water, exercise, talk to your family, take your meds, be mindful of your mental health, etc.)

Feel free to add your tips. The current situation sure is unpleasant but it is unavoidable. All we can really do now is take care of ourselves, others, and try to make the best out of this.

Good luck to everyone and stay safe! My heart is with you all 💕

[ploverstudies]

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going to miss studying here dearly when i move away for college next week 💔