#this was a sketch and it was supposed to stay a sketch but

[glowettee]

✧˖° studying without suffering: how to actually enjoy learning (yes, it’s possible)

✧˖° let’s talk.

hey angels, it's mindy!

most people treat studying like a punishment. something to be endured, not enjoyed. it’s that thing you force yourself to do, like taking bitter medicine or running a mile in gym class. but what if that’s the reason you struggle with it?

the secret? you were never meant to hate learning.

somewhere along the way, school made it boring. maybe you had teachers who sucked the fun out of it. maybe you associate studying with stress, deadlines, and exhaustion. but learning is supposed to be exciting. when you actually enjoy it, everything changes. you focus longer, retain more, and (ironically) spend less time studying because your brain actually absorbs the information.

so, let’s fix it. let’s make studying something you want to do instead of something you suffer through.

✧˖° ➼ step 1: detach learning from school

(school & learning are not the same thing. stop letting school ruin your curiosity.)

the first mindset shift? realize that school does not own learning.

➼ school is about structure, deadlines, and tests. it’s designed to measure performance. ➼ learning is about curiosity, deep thinking, and exploration. it’s designed to expand your mind. and help you grow as a person.

if you’ve only ever studied because you had to, your brain associates it with pressure. break that pattern. find something outside of school that you actually like learning about. philosophy, psychology, art history, neuroscience, fashion design, whatever makes you curious.

even if it’s unrelated to your classes, it rewires your brain to see learning as an intrinsic activity, not just an obligation. once you enjoy learning in general, you can transfer that energy back into your studies.

✧˖° ➼ step 2: romanticize the process (but actually make it feel good)

("romanticizing studying" doesn’t mean just buying cute stationery. let’s go deeper.)

sensory association is everything. your brain links experiences to the way they feel physically. so if studying feels uncomfortable, you’ll avoid it. the solution? make it a luxurious experience for your senses.

✧ visuals → clean, minimalist desk, soft lighting, aesthetic study materials ✧ sound → rain sounds, classical piano, lo-fi beats (music that enhances focus) ✧ touch → cozy blankets, warm tea, smooth pens gliding over paper ✧ scent → vanilla candles, fresh coffee, the pages of an old book

this isn’t just about aesthetics. it’s neuroscience. when studying feels pleasurable, your brain stops resisting it.

✧˖° ➼ step 3: use high-dopamine study techniques

(forcing yourself to study the “normal” way is why you hate it.)

some study methods are literally designed to be boring. ditch them.

instead, try:

➼ blurting method: instead of passively reading, close your book and write down everything you remember. then check what you missed. (way more engaging than just re-reading notes.) ➼ dual-coding: mix visuals with text. draw tiny sketches next to your notes. turn concepts into mind maps. watch a video explaining a topic right after reading about it. ➼ pomodoro stacking: instead of the typical 25-minute study sprints, customize it. (ex: 50 min deep focus + 10 min break with an actual reward.) ➼ interleaving technique: mix subjects instead of block studying. it forces your brain to stay engaged.

stop making studying harder than it needs to be. find what works for you, and your brain will stop fighting it.

✧˖° ➼ step 4: make studying social (but in a smart way)

(because you’re not supposed to do this alone.)

studying alone for hours? miserable. but studying with others who are just as serious as you? instant motivation boost.

but instead of chaotic group study sessions where no one gets anything done, try:

✧ parallel studying: hop on facetime or join a study livestream. silent, focused, but together. ✧ teaching method: explain concepts to a friend. if you can teach it, you truly understand it. ✧ study accountability: check in with someone daily. send each other your study goals, no excuses.

even just knowing someone else is studying at the same time can trick your brain into feeling more engaged.

✧˖° ➼ step 5: shift your identity

("i hate studying" isn’t a personality trait. it’s a mindset problem.)

if you keep saying “i hate studying,” your brain will never enjoy it. change the narrative.

➼ instead of “i suck at studying,” try → “i’m learning how to study in a way that works for me.” ➼ instead of “i can’t focus,” try → “i’m training my brain to focus longer every day.” ➼ instead of “i don’t feel like it,” try → “i’m someone who gets things done, whether i feel like it or not.”

become the type of person who enjoys learning. once that becomes your identity, everything else follows.

✧˖° ➼ step 6: create emotional attachment to your goals

motivation dies when your goals feel distant and impersonal. if you’re studying just because you “have to,” it’s easy to procrastinate. but if you link it to something deeply personal, it becomes non-negotiable.

try this: visualize your future self. imagine the version of you who already achieved everything you want. who is she? what does she do? how does she study?

then, make it emotional. ✧ if you dream of getting into your dream school, print pictures of it. make a vision board. ✧ if you want financial freedom, imagine the luxury of never stressing over money. ✧ if you want to be respected in your field, remind yourself that your knowledge is your power.

when you make studying personal, it stops being a chore. it becomes a commitment.

✧˖° ➼ step 7: stop making everything harder than it needs to be

(struggling doesn’t mean you’re working harder. it just means you’re struggling.)

too many people study inefficiently because they think suffering = productivity. but studying smarter is always better than studying longer.

some ways to make it easier on yourself: ➼ use study apps → quizlet, pomdoro apps for focus, notion for organization ➼ summarize like you’re texting a friend → rewrite notes in your own words, no unnecessary fluff ➼ study in “levels” → don’t jump straight into deep studying. warm up with light review, then increase intensity ➼ take advantage of spaced repetition → stop cramming, your brain retains more when you review over time

efficiency = less stress, better results. don’t work harder than necessary.

✧˖° ➼ step 8: replace toxic productivity with high-performance habits

studying 10 hours in one night ≠ academic excellence. true high-achievers prioritize sustainability.

➼ quit glorifying exhaustion. taking breaks improves focus. it’s not laziness. ➼ learn when to walk away. if you’re zoning out, step away. 10 minutes of real focus > 2 hours of fake studying. ➼ protect your sleep. all-nighters don’t make you hardcore, they make you ineffective. your brain processes info while you sleep.

the goal isn’t to study the longest. it’s to study in a way that keeps your mind sharp and focused.

✧˖° ➼ step 9: master the “dopamine pull” method

instead of forcing motivation, use dopamine to your advantage.

➼ habit stacking → pair studying with something enjoyable (ex: study while drinking your favorite matcha) ➼ mini rewards → after finishing a chapter, reward yourself with something small but satisfying ➼ gamification → track progress like a video game. every completed task = a “level up”

your brain loves dopamine. give it reasons to associate studying with good feelings.

✧˖° ➼ step 10: let go of perfectionism (but keep high standards)

perfectionism leads to procrastination and burnout. instead of striving for flawless, aim for consistent excellence.

✧ done is better than perfect. stop rewriting notes 5 times. ✧ progress is the goal. each study session should move you forward, even if it’s small. ✧ your worth is not your grades. strive for success, but don’t let school define you.

when you release perfectionism, you actually start achieving more. keep your standards high, but don’t let them paralyze you.

✧˖° mindy’s personal tips

(things that helped me romanticize studying & actually make it enjoyable:)

➼ set a 5-minute timer. just start. most of the time, your brain stops resisting once you begin. ➼ don’t let study guilt ruin your breaks. rest is productive. ➼ have a “study fit.” i swear, dressing up just a little makes a difference. ➼ invest in one high-quality pen. something that glides effortlessly. small detail, huge difference. ➼ study in cafés, libraries, parks. switch locations to keep it interesting. ➼ make it ✧ cozy ✧. fuzzy socks, oversized sweaters, soft blankets. your comfort matters.

✧˖° homework: rewire your study experience

➼ for one of your study sessions this week, try at least two of the techniques above. ➼ write a short journal entry: how do you want to feel while studying? how can you make that happen? ➼ change just one thing about your study setup that makes it more enjoyable.

then come back & tell me. did studying feel better? (you can always message me or send me an ask in my inbox)

[tea-the-not-understanding]

Confrontation | Taijitwo

This is only a sketch and it took a while, wth

Anyways, to explains here on how Taijitwo were made in Dandy's Wasteland.

After searches, the two stumble across a ruins with a few histories and small across and library. Yin want to reads and looks around out of curiosity so Yang let's him go wild. Soon Yin finally found what they been looking for a whole time, their own history. So the two reads and looking through more. And the more they learn, the more uncomfortable the two are.

Firstly, they learn that they aren't supposed to be a fully normal toon. They are basically a trinket and artifact that filled with magic eons ago. For human to use them for what ever they wanted at will. Summoning them and make them become a very loyal minion to the one who summon. Secondly, only one of them carry a full heart since on the ritual, only one heart were used and one of them can carry it while another stays immortal.

The information already tick Yang off, Both feeling very used and lied to but unable to deny it since they do feels like they owe a lot to the summoner. Yang were most angry that Yin were the one carry the heart, making him become more agitated to know that it's another reason why he must rely on Yin more.

Yin took everything from him. He got their creator attentions most, He killed their creator and now, still living in oblivious and got no harsh punishment for it, and able to use magics while he couldn't. Yang hate Yin so much, but soon, when the two reads that two souls can fused into one. And it possible that only one soul will take full control while another falls into a deep coma inside, Yang see this as an opportunity to get rid of Yin for good.

And it worked. They becomes Taijitwo and after a fights on controls of the body, Yang won and he finally felt like he won. He got everything that Yin stole from him, but most importantly. He avenge his creator death.

[hearthfire-heartfire]

i wanted to make sure to create a piece for @creatingblackcharacters Black history month challenge before february ended! i don't share a lot of art in this space just cuz i don't draw much these days, but i wanted to contribute in some way to reiterating that Black history month is here to stay.

this is a portrait of antiope jones from dimension 20's "the seven," played by aabria iyengar (@quiddie). i wanted to draw a Black teen girl who doesn't need to have disney cartoon proportions to be adorable. i'm sick of Black teens in public being policed by everybody during a time of your life when you're supposed to make mistakes and experiment with self-expression. "the seven" gets to be a dangerous world of adventure while still celebrating antiope's existence and personhood, even, and sometimes especially, when she gets to be a brat. "what is a 'late' bloomer? you are always right on time."

i gave her a short version of aabria's two strand twist style from the series (apologies for the image compression):

and obviously aabria herself is the main reference for antiope, but i also referenced halle bailey as a teen to get the cheek squish right lol.

bonus sketch of athena, antiope's mom, that grew out of some gesture drawing practice with aabria. idk if i styled her too matronly but she's meant to be closer to empty nester/grandparent age. the exact line i was thinking of when i drew this was, "do you think that there is anything other than love in my heart for you even when you say hurtful things?" because OOH that interaction was pure teen angst. master tactician mom is such a great character.

[nikozshiz]

These were supposed to stay sketches but I got carried away 🤪

[pinkpuppy7]

i have been brainrotting.

"little kid with a big death wish" by remrose on AO3 is amazing and has taken over my brain and if you like turtles and peepaw y'all should absolutely go read it. 153k words of hurt/comfort and complete, as of recently.

(this scene is from chapter 22)

[planetvries]

I ❤️ Balin 🥹

[0ann3]

Finally got to draw something after so long ToT And first on the list is my fave ship to draw of all time-

Also doodled something of a personality?swap AU because I just wanted to draw Floyd properly wearing his uniform and this happened-

It took me so long to think about what theme Riddle's nicknames are gonna be, and I just went for flowers 😞 KJASHAKSjh Floyd gets the 'Sage' as a nickname because of it 😌

[anis-sketches]

Capre Noctem

  ⋆⁺₊ ✧ ⋆ I´ve returned to life, Eternity begins tonight ·*･｡ ☆

Cryptid Sightings aswell as The Lost Episode belong to @naffeclipse

heres the other version

happy october everyone

happy birthday cryptid sightings

[moriipoda]

"this is me on day one of NO rendog !!"

[syaolaurant]

"If you go down then we go down together

If you hold on I might just stay forever"

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Been thinking about drawing this for months, since I stumbled upon @silverxstardust 's We go down together video. It's still one of the best Sebastian x MC video I've watched and I still listen to this song almost everyday.

[chaikajpeg]

elias with deer antlers

References:

"Mature red deer stag", photo by Bill Ebsen, taken 26. september 2009 in Jægersborg Dyrehave in Denmark (if that tells you anything)

2. T-Michael (a tailor and a founder of a fashion label if i'm not mistaken)

also, i hate cropping my drawings and could not decide what version to choose in the end, so please have both

[macaroni-stars]

"He said 'yes'."

"And then what?"

"And then he said 'I do'."

[give-me-one-good-reason]

Doodle request from a friend. He just wants to see Vox beat up Alastor 😆

[psykoe100]

Congrats on the loss boys. Love Wins <3

[chocokano]

i am So Normal about the next ep preview. so normal

[n3arell-art]

she’s on a mission