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Thursday is probably the last time I’ll ever go to my beloved school again, which I’ve been at for ages. It’s seen me through years 7-13, and the past two years have definitely been the toughest (which I was in no way prepared for.) So, with that in mind, I thought I would offer some sixth form survival tips for any year 11s about to embark on the hardest but possibly best years that school has to offer.

1. BE PREPARED FOR SO MUCH MORE WORK You’ve probably heard a sixth former say ‘GCSEs are easy’, to which you thought they were lying. They weren’t. The jump from GCSEs to A levels is scary. I wasn’t prepared for how hard it would get, so it was a huge shock to me when I did really badly in class tests after only revising for half a day beforehand. Unfortunately, this method doesn’t work at A level.

2. START WORK EARLY Work hard throughout the year, not just before tests or at the Easter holidays. Revision for exams becomes so much easier if you have a pre-existing set of revision notes, and if you’re good at the basics, which leaves more time to focus on stuff you find challenging.

3. KNOW YOUR LIMITS If you find a subject way too difficult after a few weeks, see if you can drop it or swap it. My school gave you a month to settle in and change subjects around before you had to stick with what you chose. I swapped physics for psychology three days before the deadline, and it’s the best decision I made. Trust your instincts, if you think you can’t cope in a subject, do something about it!

4. FILE STUFF PROPERLY AND TREAT YOUR FOLDERS WELL It’s common sense- if it’s filed then you can easily find it without looking through a wodge of loose pages, and if your folder is still intact at the end of the year, it’s also easier to use. Trust me, you will not buy a new folder three weeks before study leave. So try not to break it- mine have a tendency to fall from heights which break the rings, so finding information took much longer because broken folders require more effort to move papers.

5. HAVE A LIFE Don’t lock yourself up studying for two years, but don’t party so hard that you never do homework. A good work/life balance is crucial, so try to find one that works for you ASAP.

6. USE YOUR FREES Know where the library is. Go to the library in your frees. Do work. You can theoretically do all your homework in frees, leaving the evenings clear. I’m not suggesting you do that, but certainly use some frees for studying.

7. DO WORK If you do the work you’re set, teachers will like you. So when you have a problem, they’ll be much more happy to explain something to you than if they think you have zero interest in the class. Being liked by teachers is never a bad thing. You’re also much more likely to get away with talking, being late or legitimately forgetting a piece of work if they like and trust you.

8. USE YOUR STAFF SUPPORT NETWORK IF YOU NEED IT Your form tutor is a good place to start if you have a problem. My mental health was in the gutter in year 12 and I never told anyone, so my grades could have been better. (Results day was a miracle, I thought I would have Cs at most) In year 13 I had a few family problems, accidentally told my tutor, and she helped a lot by telling my teachers to go easy on me for a while. She gave me a ton of help and advice, and then I felt I could take other problems to her. Long story short: I doubt I would have got through year 13 without her. I only wish I had started talking to her in year 12, because she is an absolute lifesaver. If you can’t go to your form tutor, find another staff member you trust. (Another reason to get on their good side academically)

9. START THINKING ABOUT UNI This time next year you’ll be writing a personal statement to apply to uni with. Go to open days. Work out what you want to do, and if you even want to go to uni. Talk to current students. Read prospectuses, go to a ucas convention if possible, and do research.

I hope these tips helped! Feel free to ask me anything, and good luck to everyone starting sixth form next month!!! (Also good luck with your gcse results!) xx

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all things pertaining to self care/de-stressing. enjoy! hugs, mel. 

on easy ways to destress by me here

skincare routine by @inteqrals here

useful lush products by @babybree here

what to do on a mental health day by @studypupp here

self care when you’re sad by @studyingsobrb here

realistic finals self care guide by @rubywoodsillustration here

non-cutesy self care guide by @studyquill here

self care illustration by @cwote here

mental and physical self care by @trxnquila here

what to put in your bath by @tendereyesandthunderthighs here

why and how to make a comfort box by @leaf-study here

another masterpost by me on how to practice quick methods of self care here

small self care tips for students by @theorganisedstudent here

ways to practice self care by @librarystudies here

stress relief by @intellectus here

quick self care and positivity boost by @bratlolita here

how to feel better/get through the day by @serendipiti here

types of healthy coping skills by @sensitivesuggestion here

meditation by @kaleystudies here

skincare tips by @maryloumanizer here

six ways to de-stress by @stuydies here

self care by @lazyhermione here

a bunch of recs and tips on self care by @lastwordsofashootingstar here

what to do if you are feeling gross by @its-raining-watercolours here

miscellaneous tips for physical self care by @capitalism-killed-naruto here

self care in college by @alexistudying here

tips and links for self care by @ashleigh-studies here

self care masterpost to help you get through school by @effortanderudition here

self care cheat sheet by @jwstudying here

weekly self care checklist printable by @sheisrecovering here

soothe yourself by @areistotle here

self care reminders by @philomathematics here

miscellaneous self care tips by @maryplethora here

self care masterpost for students by @cortexstudy here

a list of calming websites here

101 self care ideas by @hbstudy here

how to survive a bad day by @yunistudies here

26 activities to help your mind, body, and soul by @sheisrecovering here

self care tips and reminders by @rainingtheo here

health and food section by this masterpost by @areistotle here

how to feel like an angel by @witchelixir here

22 less difficult ways to practice self care by @mapsfortheroad here

stay healthy by @studyign here

what to do on a bad day by @maryplethorablogs here

finals self care by @bbstudy here

the importance of self care here

realistic self care ideas by @studynostalgic here

take care of yourself by @studyingmeow here

10 underrated self care things to do by @cwote here

self care activities by @heyiwantyoutostay here

apps to help you destress by @gracelearns here

simple yet effective advice on self care here

10 underrated self care things to do by @studiousmedic here

15 self care ideas by @kaleystudies here

self care questions to ask here

methods of practicing self care by @little-red-studies here

meditation by @studyquill here

stress relievers by @noteology here

how to feel good by @librarystudies here

why you should set aside a day every week to NOT study here

hygiene/beauty masterpost by @bioniclemaster69 here

simple ways to treat yourself by @anitastudy here

head-to-toe self care by @just-another-blogging-recoverer here

that’s all for now; hopefully this is helpful to someone. please remember to take care of yourself! your health comes first!!!

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may the victims of the orlando shooting rest in peace. the lgbt community did not deserve this and i hope everyone in it stays safe today, especially the latinx side of the lgbt community. no matter how hard people try, we will not be broken. 🏳️‍🌈

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~ 110617 || day 8 / 100 days of productivity 

first proper bujo spread in a while completed today ! plus chemistry notes for a test next week, great expectations for english and reading ahead for biology and physics for my classes tomorrow 

song of the day: galaxy - ladies' code

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June 11th 2017 | 일요일 - The boyfriend got me a new Muji key chain, so obviously I’m already revising my new Korean vocab 🤓

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How to: Approach Poetry Analysis in an Exam

An in-depth guide to write super-awesome commentaries. So my IB paper 1 unseen text exam is tomorrow, so thought I might condense all that I’ve learnt on poetry analysis over my high school life here. 

Reading the poem/those first 5 minutes:

The first time you do so, don’t worry about finding literary devices etc. Just read it. Feel the mood, feel the poem. Often in exams, you are given 5 minutes of reading time when you’re not suppose to write anyway, so really make use of that time. Remember your initial impression of the poem. 

Ask yourself the following questions: WHAT is going on here? (What is the “dramatic situation”? WHO is speaking? (Known as the voice or persona. What kind of a person, what is their attitude to the situation? Who are they speaking to? How consistent is the speaker with the situation? 

Ask yourself how the poem achieves the effect you noted above. Look for:  PATTERNS: The effect of the structure, the construction of the stanzas, lines. Repetition? Look for use of rhyme, metre, rythm, and sound patterns. IMAGES: What appeals to the senses? Look for taste, touch, sight, sound, smell, movement. What about literal images? Or are they figurative? Why? WORDS (Use of diction): Why the choice and position of words? What extra implications, connotations, dimensions, allusions? Ask yourself how these contribute to what the poem is doing.

Annotation:

Now use lots of pretty highlighters to annotate the poem. It helps to use a colour scheme! For example, use orange for literary devices, green for specific use of diction etc… It makes it easier to identify and go back to what you’ve found while writing the essay.

Literary devices: So, so important. Focus on how language shapes meaning. I have created a page with all useful devices you could use HERE. 

Structure: Look at the number of lines per stanza (Is it a tercet? A Quatrain? - Find the names of your poem structure on the same post as the literary devices) Look at rhythm (pentameter) and rhyming scheme. (ABAB or ABBA…) OR is it free verse? Drop all of this down somewhere on the page. 

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summer has (un)officially begun! here are some sweet tips and tricks to help you maintain your productivity during these fun times, even if you’re out of school.

wake up at a respectable time. seriously. if your sleep schedule is all out of wack, then chances are that your productivity will be too. i usually make it a point to go to bed before 11:30 p.m, and i wake up between 7-8:30 a.m. modify this to your needs, obviously, but maintaining a sleep timetable that you can stick to is important. you can go off it a few times, of course (midnights at the beach, anyone?), because hey! it’s summer. just tailor to your needs.

find a new hobby! whether it’s cooking, learning a language, or exercising, picking up a new interest over the summer keeps you occupied and creates a healthy habit for you before the next school year.

online lectures/schooling. a super cool way to learn a bit more, with videos and lectures from some of the school’s top universities. it might be a little over your head, but it’ll give you something neat to chew on and some bonus education. plus, it’s of YOUR choosing. 

volunteer work! i love to coach at my nearby pool, it’s a fun way to interact with kids AND i earn some volunteer hours. find something near you, and a make it a day-long opportunity or even a month-long project. it feels good to give back to the community.

water. oh my god, drink water. it’s a season of extremes, no matter where you are, and drinking water is oh so important to stay healthy when you’re not actively thinking about it. buy a 32 oz water bottle (or, if you’re feeling fancy, a cute tumbler) and fill it up with water. drink that. all of it. repeat. keep repeating.

create a healthy routine that allows you to feel productive even when you’re not really doing anything. for me, that’s forcing myself to make my bed, get dressed, etc. by 10:00 a.m. that way, i feel as if i’ve started my day, even though i’ve only done the smallest things. that usually gives me motivation to continue with my tasks.

most importantly, enjoy it! whether you’re going on vacation or not, taking classes, whatever, it’s summer and you should enjoy your break. take a day off sometimes. go out with your friends. do something that makes you happy.

hope y’all enjoyed! have a wonderful summer x

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my studygram mood board 

ig: productiveflower

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I got my dream job in December and here are the things I did to get the job.

Disclaimer: I am just a student, not a recruiter. But I have never failed an interview ever.

Firstly, there are varying degrees of preparation for a job interview. The most basic level of effort normally includes three pages in my bujo: my skills, my experience and my motivation for the position. For experience look at the responsibilities you have and match them to your experience. For the motivation page, do some research into the company - facebook pages are great as well as the website as they display what they want to reinforce to people on social media. Also, companies often have career blogs which are also excellent. 

Other things that are helpful to do: 

Find interview questions and write bullet point answers. Classic questions include: 

Tell me about yourself 

Why do you want the job?

Why do you want to work for this company? 

What skills do you have that are relevant for this position? 

What experience do you have that is relevant for this position? 

 What are your strengths/weaknesses? (How to answer what’s your biggest weakness)

Tell me a time you displayed _________ skills (leadership/organisational/customer service/teamwork etc etc)

Tell me about a time you dealt with a difficult customer/coworker/teacher

What do you hope to gain from participating in the program/working for this company?

Where do you see yourself in x years?

Other questions:

How would your friends describe you? (Like a funky version of what are your strengths)

Which aspect are you most looking forward to?

Which aspect do you think will be the hardest?

Do you like a challenge?

What’s your favourite thing that we make/do?

What did you enjoy about this specific position you had?

Do you prefer working in a term or by yourself?

If it’s a big company/program you will find specific interview questions online

Don’t rehearse your answers for fear of sounding like a robot.

Be familiar with their work and values

If you are applying for a job at youtube for example, be really familiar with the more complex sides of youtube like monetisation. Also be familiar with news about the company so furthering the youtube example talk about youtube community.

Values are harder to find but some companies have books written about their values or just use the internet.

Honestly if there are books on the company, read some. It’ll give you a whole new world of knowledge.

Come up with questions for them

So I view question asking as a sport. I always want them to have to actually think about the question. My last interview I asked “what’s the most unexpected thing you found working for this company?” At a previous interview where they had done the position I was applying for I asked what they would do differently if they had their time again. 

There’s debate online on whether you ask “do you have any concerns or queries on whether I’m suited to this role” but honestly I loved asking it. If they have any worries they can raise it, it shows you’re eager to adapt and if they say no it makes it much harder for them to turn you down.

Be familiar with your CV in cover letter

Normally you will have written about your motivation in your cover letter so you don’t want to contradict that. Also, when they ask you about your work about the dog sanctuary you want to know what’s happening.

Don’t undervalue your experience

Unpaid roles still provide experience. You organised a pub quiz for charity? You showed organisation and altruism. You got good grades at school? That shows intelligence and commitment.

Be honest.

Don’t lie. They can tell. My dad is an interviewer and he says you can tell if someone is recalling or inventing by which way your eyes flick up.

Remember your recruiter’s name

It’ll make you stand out.

Be eager to learn

Employers love this. 

The way you present yourself matters

If the company has a dress code stick to it. Smile. Have good posture. Wear “professional” makeup. Make sure your hair is out of your eyes and neatly done (this doesn’t mean have straight hair. I pinned the front of my curly hair back so it was out of my face). Display enthusiasm. Don’t cross your arms. Make your body language positive. Make sure what you are wearing is clean. Don’t wear your most outrageous blazer/shirt. Your tights should have no ladders (bring a spare!). Your shoes shouldn’t be scuffed. You want to look like someone the company would be proud to employ.

Good luck with your interview process!

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A Really Fucking Vulgar Guide to Not Losing Your Shit in College (Condensed Version)

Bitches love to put things into lists. Moreover, bitches love numbered shit. Here’s some numbered shit in list format to help you not suck in higher education. You’re welcome.

1. Go to class. Like 210% serious. I don’t give a shit if you’re a get by on nothing, A+ slacker. You’re fucking paying for this crap so you might as well get the services owed to you. Take your ass to class even if you zone out 99% of the time. You know 1% more than you did when you walked up in there. Congrats, asshole.

2. All that free time you have during your first week of classes? Make it your bitch. Don’t just print the goddamn syllabus and be like all done. No motherfucker. Take a good fucking look at that assignment list. What’s due next week? Yeah, do that shit now bc I know you don’t have anything else to do. Then when you’re coughing up a lung six weeks into the semester and don’t feel like getting your ass up to do that calculus homework, you’ll remember this week. You’ll remember that you’ve been a week ahead this whole damn semester. Pat yourself on the back, ass wipe.

3. Prepare yo self. No seriously. You got notes to print for class? Sure you could be like all those other bitches and just shove them into your backpack, or you could actually /prepare/ for class. I’m talking looking that shit over, identifying key concepts, getting a decent grasp of the material before your ass is even in class. You a STEM major? Yeah, make this kinda shit your life because now class is like one bomb ass group review session. Again, you’re welcome.

4. Snack like a motherfucker, but save that junk food shit for the weekends. From now on, you are a fucking health guru during the week or if you’re a slacker like me, at least on the days you have class. Fruits? Hell yeah. Pack some of those. Mind wandering in class? Snack on some apple slices. Can’t stay awake? Keep eating some almonds or some shit, but don’t be that bitch with the potato chips. Just don’t.

5. Read. Yeah, you heard me. Read and I’m not just talking assigned reading. I bet my left butt cheek that your campus library has /something/ of interest to you. Commuting and don’t want to drive out there? Library databases bro. We’re in the digital age, motherfucker. I’d bet my other butt cheek that the shit you want is in a nice little PDF somewhere. But na man, you thinking maybe you want to go into computer science? Check out computer science books and eat them up bro. You don’t like reading them? Probably not the field for you. You a biology major in your second year? Yeah dumbass. Time to break out the bio books and not the ones your professor is shoving in your face. Amaze your friends and teachers with your out of class knowledge. Be a fucking star.

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11/30 - June Study Challenge 🖋

what’s in my pencil case | I usually like to take this smol Muji case to my lectures because my bag is already heavy enough.  

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The most beautiful thing I’ve seen in all my Korean language learning. 

*saw on pinterest* 

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i feel like all infps are gay…… like.. it’s just a gay personality

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this is for the girls who fight their anxiety to get their dream grades

this is for the girls with depression but are still determinated to kick ass

this is for the girls who feel lonely staying home studying on a friday night

i love you and i am rooting for you

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I hope my future gf is having a great pride month I hope she accepts herself and is having some fun too

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you’re working in a field you genuinely enjoy. you have supportive, loving friends. you follow your passions, you’re fluent in your target languages. the 12 new books you ordered will arrive soon. your flat is cozy, decorated with plants and fairy lights. you’re happy. this might seem like some fantasty, but i know this will happen. i believe in you, and you should as well.