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[teacupstudies]

listen to me: you DO NOT always need to give it your 100%. you really do not. because let’s be honest, you’re human and you’re simply not always going to be able to. there are days when you can only give it your 80%. or your 50%, or heck, even your 10%. and THAT IS OKAY. only skimming one paragraph, only solving one equation, only memorizing 5 words is better than not doing anything because you have this idea in your head that things are only worth doing when you can give what you consider to be your 100%. 10% is better than 0% and some days that is all you can give. it will still add up, and you will still succeed, i promise.

[hardworkign]

anonymously tell me where you are, what time it is there and what you’re thinking about

[cyborgsmanifesto]

the sex ed guide your parents didn't give you

how to put a condom on

where to get free birth control

the hymen debunked 

cleaning your vibrators 

how to avoid pressures

signs you may be pregnant

safe guide to anal sex

all about dental dams

disabled sexual resources

what is hiv?

feminist porn

female ejaculation

fisting 101

communication during sex

setting sexual boundaries

bdsm vs abuse

lube during sex

the clitoris

sex education games

understanding gender

what to do if your nudes were leaked

intersex

sexual consent

all about masturbation

tips for your first time

[femme-en-feu]

reblogging because sex ed is usually shit but it’s really really important

[bloominhibiscus-deactivated2022]

Y’all this is important!!!

[maisiewilliams]

10 Female Written Short Stories Everyone Should Read

I have seen a post circulating for a while that lists 10 short stories everyone should read and, while these are great works, most of them are older and written by white men. I wanted to make a modern list that features fresh, fantastic and under represented voices. Enjoy!

1. A Temporary Matter by Jhumpa Lahiri — A couple in a failing marriage share secrets during a blackout. 

2. Stone Animals by Kelly Link — A family moves into a haunted house.

3. Reeling for the Empire by Karen Russell — Women are sold by their families to a silk factory, where they are slowly transformed into human silkworms. 

4. Call My Name by Aimee Bender — A woman wearing a ball gown secretly auditions men on the subway. 

5. The Man on the Stairs by Miranda July — A woman wakes up to a noise on the stairs. 

6. Brownies by ZZ Packer — Rival Girl Scout troops are separated by race. 

7. City of My Dreams by Zsuzi Gartner — A woman works at a shop selling food-inspired soap and tries not to think about her past. 

8. A Good Man is Hard to Find by Flannery O’Connor — A family drives from Georgia to Florida, even though a serial killer is on the loose. 

9. Hitting Budapest by NoViolet Bulawayo — A group of children, led by a girl named Darling, travel to a rich neighborhood to steal guavas. 

10. You’re Ugly, Too by Lorrie Moore — A history professor flies to Manhattan to spend Halloween weekend with her younger sister.

[astrangewoman]

I LOVE THIS POST!!

I’d like to add:

11. Good Country People by Flannery O’Connor

12. The Yellow Wallpaper by Charlotte Perkins Gilman (this one is my favorite short story of all time)

13. The Lottery by Shirley Jackson

14. Where Are You Going, Where Have You Been? by Joyce Carol Oates

15. Désirée’s Baby by Kate Chopin

16. The Story of an Hour by Kate Chopin

17. Impressions of an Indian Childhood by Zitkala-Ša

(I wanted to put little summaries for each of them, but I’m afraid I’d spoil the whole story if I did!)

[ellydash]

adding a few more! all by women of color, & the first four were published within the last few years

18. “My Dear You,” Rachel Khong — love, loss, & absurdity in the afterlife

19. “The Husband Stitch,” Carmen Maria Machado — a feminist retelling of the folklore story “The Green Ribbon”

20. “Inventory,” Carmen Maria Machado — one woman’s retrospective list of her life’s sexual encounters

21. “Boys Go to Jupiter,” Danielle Evans — what happens after a white college student poses for a photo in a Confederate flag bikini

22. “Drinking Coffee Elsewhere,” ZZ Packer — a Black woman attends Yale University

[averagefairy]

ok can we agree that the WORST feeling is when you’re just sitting around consciously procrastinating and you’re just overly aware that each second that passes is more time wasted and you like watch hours pass and you’re STILL procrastinating and you CANT STOP and your panicked brain is trapped inside a body that refuses to be productive and inside you’re screaming but outwardly you’re just eating chips 

[protcns]

Okay before anything else, I would like to clarify that these tips help me. These are techniques that work for me. If they don’t work for you or they’re not your style, then don’t fret! (That doesn’t in any way imply that you can’t get your life together.) If you find that these tips aren’t for you, don’t force yourself to follow them! These are just gentle suggestions that you may or may not try out! I hope you guys enjoy!

What’s this post about?

Sometimes we just reach that point in our daily living where we’re so overwhelmed by almost everything that we don’t really know where to start or what to do. In this post, I just wanna give some suggestions that might help you sort out the things you need to do! There’ll also be some handy links at the end of the post!

1. Tie your hair and put on a new shirt.

You will feel much much much better after fixing up your hair and putting on something fresh. No, it won’t clear the skies or feed all of Africa, but it will set an “I can accomplish a lot” mood. You’ll be at your most productive state if you just feel good in general. And if not good, at least fresh. Wash your face, comb your hair, brush your teeth, drink water, etc. TAKE A SHOWER. Wash away the stress and scrub the burdens off your shoulder. You’ll feel really motivated to get down to work, believe me.

2. Clean your room.

Now that your freshening up has (hopefully) motivated you to get some stuff done, straighten up your room or study/work space. Your environment has a direct effect on your productivity according to several studies and articles like this one. If you work in an organized and clean area, your productivity levels will surely go up! Really take the time to go through your old belongings. Put everything in its proper place. Get rid of old clothes that you don’t wear anymore (honey, if you haven’t worn it in 6 months, you’re never gonna wear it). Make sure also that you maintain it (easier said than done, I know). Cleaning your room will also help you gradually get into a working mood, so it’ll be easier for you to start working on other tasks.

TIP: Play some fun and peppy music while you’re cleaning your room for an extra mood boost.

3. Write out everything in your mind.

Sit down and get comfy. Pull out any piece of paper, can be anything from an old receipt to your favorite stationery pad. Now write. Write down…

everything you have to do urgently, in the near future, in the far future. > e.g. finish an assignment, set up an appointment with the dentist, get into college/find a job

anything that’s bothering you or lingering in your mind > e.g. how your crush just followed you back on twitter, how scary it is to send an email to adults

things that you absolutely cannot forget > e.g. return that library book, friend’s bday is coming up soon (gotta get a gift!), there’s an important test coming up

thoughts, feelings, opinions, irrelevant things > e.g. school’s tiring you out, politics are driving you nuts, the stray cat on your road seems kinda hungry today

JUST WRITE THEM ALL. In my opinion, it’s better to have your thoughts all laid out visible on paper rather than having them swimming in and out of your mind. Once they’re on paper, you can let your mind rest a bit from holding in so much information. Don’t write your thoughts in any particular order. Just write your ideas as they pop into your head. It may seem unsystematic for some of you, but just wait until the next point!

4. Organize your mind.

Now get a clean sheet of paper and organize your thoughts—tasks, dates, ideas/opinions, misc.

Tasks: Hopefully you’ve heard of the Eisenhower Box. If not, do not fear, for I will explain it!

So make this nifty table on your new sheet of paper, and organize your tasks accordingly! But first, expand. If you have quite abstract tasks like “get into college” break these tasks into smaller tasks like “review for entrance exams” or “fill out application,” and then classify those tasks into the table.

after categorizing your tasks, make a to-do list! (There are many ways to make a to-do list. What I usually do is start with the easy/fun tasks first then list the more challenging/time-consuming ones last. However, this is up to you! Explore what works for you.)

Dates: Have you considered investing on those really big wall calendars? You should!! Get a big wall calendar and hang it up in your room so you can see it every morning and every night. Fill in the dates with appointments, test days, deadlines, birthdays, and anything else! Having a calendar will help you visualize how much time you have left before a certain event. If you can’t get a calendar, other alternatives include a planner, your phone calendar, and/or an online calendar (like Google calendar).

Ideas/Opinions: I’d recommend using a journal (traditional or digital) to keep a record of your thoughts! It’s very good to clear your mind of these if you wanna delegate more of your thinking powers on another task. You can also talk to other people! Maybe you’ve been really bothered by something happening in your life that you really wanna let out. Look for trustworthy companions that you can confide in. After a long hearty talk, you’ll be ready to conquer the day once again!

Misc: Anything else that hasn’t been covered in the previous categories can be written here. It’ll be for you to decide how to proceed with these notes.

Other Resources: Check out these other links/masterposts for more tips on how to get your life together! (highly recommended links are italicized)

Self/Life:

how to get your life back on track | @doitforbobby

how to keep a clean bedroom | @pr3duhtor​

uncluttering masterpost | @icademic

small ways to improve your life | @cwote

steps to a better life (mental) | @smoketexture

how to keep a positive mindset | @classicsstvdies

6 ways to destress | @stuydies

how to destress | @thegrangersapprentice

free mental health apps: ios (@recoverywarriorx), android (@goethes)

Study:

how to effectively manage time | @helicion

how to get straight As | @chemistri

have a productive day | @ingeniouslywitty 

time management | @gomedorgohome 

how to: survive stressful situation (college edition) | @classicsstvdies

how i keep organized and sane in highschool | @braintellect

how to handle having too much to do | @howtomusicmajor

And of course, don’t push yourself. If you need to take a break, go! Sleep. Reenergize your body. This period won’t last forever, and one day you’ll find yourself laughing at this actually short amount of time where you were stressing over the world’s end. Trust me.

[studiyng]

we’ve all been in this situation for different reasons, anxiety, procrastination, work, way too many assignments in a week. but fear not my friends, hopefully, this masterpost will help you get A’s and organize your study schedule.

also please don’t do this every time you need to study for a test, cramming is not good for learning and pulling all-nighters frequently isn’t healthy.

study tips

cramming

how to cram for a big test by @studyign how to cram efficiently by @study-studymore-studyhard test and cramming tips how to cram the night before a test and pass 10 ways to cram successfully 

all-nighters (the last resort) 

how to pull an all-nighter and pass your exam  all-nighter survival tips by @rookiemag how to pull and effective all-nighter stay all night without feeling sleepy: pt1 / pt2  expert-approved guide to pulling an all-nighter pull the most efficient all-nighter how to pull an all-nighter how to pull and all-nighter : from the special forces do’s and don’ts of pulling an all-nighter

really do them if it’s absolutely necessary:

is it bad for you to pull and all-nighter why you should never pull and all-nighter

the night before the exam

study the night before  by @renaissence study the day before by @getstudyblr night owl study tips by @lawjournalsandwine  the night before the exam by @studyspoinspo how to study the night before a test the night before the exam tips top tips for the night before and the morning of the exam how to pass an exam if you forgot to study the night before study the day before the exam 10 things you should do the night before a test 7 mistakes you make on the night before an exam you’ll never make again

i have less than a week to study

five day study plan by @brandi-studies  how to study for an upcoming exam by @noteblr how to remember everything for a test in 3 days by @getstudyblr when you have a test really soon study well in short time study for exams in limited time ace an exam that’s around the corner

tips

25 study tips by @studyign  how to study more efficiently fastest way to memorize by @studyign common study mistakes by @studyign tips on study last minute by @milkystudies how to get things done by @lattenotlate   study smart not hard 10 tips to study smart and save time useful tips to study in short time how to study for an exam effectively prepare for a exam in a really short time study for an approaching exam the secrets to study effectively in short time nice time management advice how to study in groups how to stay focused by @elkstudies finals week masterpost 22 science based tips to study for an exam 20 study hacks to imporve your memory

exam tips

tips for during the exam

15 tips to boost your exam performance

how to answer exam questions

7 last-minute exam tips

28 top tips for exams and tests

top 10 tips for taking exams

last minute revision tips

exam prep

how to mentally prepare for a test by @eruditicn

anti procrastination masterpost by @elkstudies

beat anxiety and stress in 1 hour and start studying!

how to stop procrastination

deal with exam anxiety by @attackonstudying

scientifically the best ways to prepare for an exam

motivation

how to get motivated

my motivation tag

more masterposts

app masterpost

DIY masterpost

food masterpost

how to: group work

printable masterpost

language masterpost

music masterpost

my study methods masterpost

[smoketexture]

hello everyone! i tried to keep the advice as original as possible (sometimes failing terribly). hope you can get something out of it! 🌱

[pixelins]

umm…i do high key believe that if i drink enough water i’ll somehow solve all my life problems

[studie-s]

[august 08, 2017 // tuesday]

second day of classes! honestly really sad that none of my high school friends went the same college as me and I rlly miss them :< but I’ve also enjoyed meeting new friends and classmates in my block ^^ ig: europhias ✨

[emmastudies]

2018 Student Guide

With the start of 2018 well underway, I wanted to make a masterpost full of links on how to adjust your perspective with studying. Perhaps you want to become a better student overall, improve your focus or get into your dream college, there is always something we want to do better! Hopefully these tips will make 2018 your best academic year yet!

Organisation

2018 student planner

planner brand recommendations

planner vs bullet journal: pros and cons

how to set up a bullet journal

setting up a digital bullet journal

bullet journal spread ideas

bullet journal decoration hacks

bullet journal brand recommendations

whats in my bag

my favourite stationery

back to school basic supplies

how to improve your handwriting

handwriting font suggestions

balancing study and work

desk/workspace essentials

student finance tips

2018 monthly planner printables

Productivity

productivity and time management applications

how to remove distractions

types of procrastination and how to deal with them

google chrome new tab options for improved productivity

10 small ways to improve your productivity

applications to block websites

no distraction writing applications

100 days of productivity challenge

how to focus in class

how to stick to a schedule

how to stay alert

how to build self-discipline

how to organise for exams

my after school routine

how to reduce perfectionist ideas 

Motivation

what to do when you’ve tried everything

how to gain back motivation

motivational monday printables

how to stop avoiding studying

what to do when you feel exhausted before studying

how I stay motivated

tips on maintaining motivation

how to start a studyblr

how to utilise your studyblr for motivation

how to set up a studygram

dealing with competitive people

how to bounce back from ‘failure’

how to learn from a lower than expected grade

how to structure a weekly review

how to deal with a difficult class

things to do during holidays/study vacations

Studying

applications for students

how to take effective class or lecture notes

how to take notes from a textbook

how to prepare for exams

my note-taking method

my notebook system

how to write faster

how to study more effectively

how to summarise information

how I organise my binders

good habits to implement

how to study (my method)

how to revise from notes

how to organise a colour code

how to memorise information effectively

how to memorise quotes

how to use flashcards

how I reduce waffle and narration in essays

tips for essay writing

how to find out where you’re going wrong

how I prepare to study

different ways to study

how to study during the semester

how to annotate a book/novel/etc

how to get ahead in school

how to break up a large textbook

studying as a visual learner

how to practice and present a speech

mindmapping apps and extensions

how to deal with online classes

how to study a language

how to study maths

how to improve group assessments/projects

Self Care

how to improve your sleep schedule

how to wake up earlier

how to study when sick

over-coming self doubt

dealing with stress

how to balance studying and anxiety

how to balance studying and depression

apps that help with depression

ways to reward your productivity

my favourite tv shows

my favourite podcasts

ways to use empty notebooks

how to be more sociable

tips for getting a job

advice for the first day

things (personal, academic, etc) to do every week

Printables

2018 monthly planner printables

2018 student printables (includes 2018 overview + calendar, daily + weekly + monthly planner, 30 habit tracker, class overview and timed worklog)

weekly study schedule

weekly planner

weekend planner

daily planner

assessment planner

subject to do list planner

study session planner

exam revision printable pack (includes revision checklist, formulas + definitions sheet, essay + project planner, weekly schedule)

note-taking printables (includes dotted, grid, lined, cornell method)

organic chemistry printable

literary techniques and devices sheet

100 days of productivity tracker printable 

ultimate student organiser pack

study and revision pack

2018 student planner

2018 weekly planner

pomodoro tracker

grade and assessment planner pack

essay guide and planner pack

productivity planner

student reading journal printable

student finance planner

goal and habit planner

customisable weekly study planner

Other posts | Printables | Instagram | Youtube | Pinterest | Etsy Shop

[studylustre]

reading angsty poetry + bullet journalling 🍂

[chibird]

Debuting my positive puppers! ✨🐶I’m so proud of these little doggos, and I hope their positivity helps you shine today! Featuring a shiba inu, german shepherd, and pomeranian. 💛

Webtoon | Patreon | Instagram

[artemistudying]

playlists for different moods

😰 stressed 

soothing a stressful mind

pandoras box

when you’re stressed, depressed, or just mess

caalllmm down

locked in your room

active brain, tired body

sad & stressed

stressed and depressed

nothing can hurt you

stressed, depressed and not even well-dressed

😠 angry 

i didn’t come to talk

you think i need you but i dont

teenage angst tones

ivy’s list

there will be no tenderness

cleanse me from thy idiocy

we are the children that fell from grace

😞 sad 

mythology of the earth

love songs for those who feel unloved

sad

where do broken hearts go?

you’re not mine and i’m not yours

the love letter you never sent

there’s stardust in your veins..

i’m gone and you’re still there

you must be my once in a lifetime

just breathe

don’t pull me under to drown

you’re gone and i want you back

sad sleepy songs 

soothing

😴 sleepy

to live is the rarest thing;

for those days

she has constellations written on her skin

and i waited all night for you to come, but you never did

sleep……

to the stars who i listen, and the dreams that are answered

the world is a book..

once upon a dream

i dream of far off lands

relaxed and in love

study/sleep

the sound of serenity

amazing classics;

breathe me in

rain makes most things better

time to hit the pillows

😛 energetic 

this right here is my type of party

give everything or die trying

the ultimate kpop workout

yoga flow

the only exercise playlist you’ll ever need

sweat it out

may the bass be with you

instrumental caffeine

train hard (edm edition)

for your first and only time in the gym

don´t listen to this, because you have no guts

you can do it!

i can and i will

warrior tracks

😌 calm 

breathe

sleep by rivers

the sound of serenity

for those days

just a light year from us

fragmentary self

a long misty road

01. relax

mythology of the earth

bedridden

in a sentimental mood

aim for the sky

aim for the sky | vol 2

wanderlust

calming sleep aid

chilling like a mrmaid vol. 1

chilling like a mrmaid vol. 2

la tristesse durera toujours

escape

misty mornings;

fall sunday mornings

soothing

wake up slowly

sunsets & long drives

with enough intensity

☺️ happy

the sun will rise like it always does

summer vibes

the tunes

indie feel good

let’s go to the beach

set my soul on fire

happy time machine

just be happy

undiscovered beauties

vibe 2 this

back to mine

it’s all a-okay

2016 vibey house music

summer of ‘17

come and walk on the wild side

sunny afternoon

wander on

summer cruises

darling, it’s your move

if you wanna stay

whistle while you work

wavy

running through the trees

🙃 study

cuddles and studies

smiling, studying on spring mornings

autumn leaves and warm tea

whatever happens tomorrow, we had today.

drown the noise

please study, you’re failing.

to live is the rarest thing;

study/sleep

i can smell the summer in the air

dreams

to the stars who i listen, and the dreams that are answered

sleep by rivers

to dust

spring serenity

i dream of far off lands

the love letter you never sent

coffeehouse

to the moon and back

with all my heart and soul

it’s time to study honey

for the reader, the writer and the dreamer

studio ghibli study playlist

study

amazing classics;

for those days

neon shadows

songs to enjoy fall to

a little insanity to do great dreams

crave you

II. thou shalt not procrastinate

some memories never leave your bones. like salt in the sea

the study piano mix

you set me on fire

piano

apple cider and clear night skies

[vampstappen]

soooo 8tracks doesn’t work in my country 🙄 could someone make these on spotify? i can’t even see what’s on them

[artemistudying]

@residentdemonhunter @hogwartsstudiess & for those who cant stream 8tracks cuz of the country, try downloading a vpn app (i personally use expressVPN) on ur device. if ur on a computer, download it on the expressvpn wesite

switch ur wifi on & then the vpn on. this doesn’t allow ur personal device details like location to be shared so hopefully it works! 

[cwote]

you are limitless :))

[studyquill]

mildliners aren’t the best for actually drawing but hey at least the colors are cute  🤷🏻 2018 plan with me video

journal ⋅ black pen ⋅ brush pen ⋅ highlighters

[educatier]

10.10 // bujo-ing and taking notes has never been this much fun (ig: educatier)