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trying to find a fic that you binge read some time ago and then forgot to save is truly an olympic sport and I accept no criticism

Okay but hear me out.

Chaotic academia.

Listening to classical records at full volume, double the speed, jumping around the room like a maniac.

Low alcohol tolerance, doesn't stop the flow of wine.

Tries to smoke. Cigarettes, cigars, pipes, you name it. But instead of the suave, graceful demeanour that other possess, it just ends in a hacking cough and nicotine stained fingers.

Stephen King books hidden away behind 'The Fall of the Roman Empire' on the shelf.

A crate full of classical records, but should you look through them, there's a Spice Girls single and 'Born in the USA' by Springsteen.

Guilty of the oh-so dreadful act of wearing jeans.

"Byron was waaaaayayyyyyyy sluttier than Mozart."

It's like Dark Academia, but fun.

french garden vocabulary 🌻🌷

🌿 Types of gardens

le jardin garden

le patio patio garden

le jardin sur le toit roof garden

la rocaille rock garden

le jardin floral a flower garden

le jardin d'agrément an ornamental garden

le jardin botanique a botanical garden

le jardin de fruit a fruit garden

un verger - orchard

le jardin potager a vegetable garden

le jardin paysan cottage garden

le jardin d’eau water garden

🍁 Some garden objects

un etang à poissons fish pond

le parterre flowerbed

le pavé paving

l’allée path

la pelouse lawn

la haie hedge

le potager vegetable garden

la serre greenhouse

le tas de compost compost heap

la fontaine fountain

le sol soil

la terre topsoil

le sable sand

la chaux chalk

l’argile clay

les outils de jardin garden tools

le balai à gazon lawn rake

la bêche spade

la fourche fork

le râteau rake

la tondeuse lawnmower

la brouette wheelbarrow

le terreau compost

le gravier gravel

les gants de jardinage gardening gloves

le pot à fleurs flower pot

l’arrosage watering

l’arrosoir watering can

le tuyau d’arrosage hose

la pelouse lawn

💐 Verbs

tondre to mow (the lawn)

ratisser to rake

tailler to trim

semer to sow

bêcher to trim

arroser to water

désherber to weed

pailler to mulch

cultiver to cultivate

récolter to harvest

cueillir to pick

🌱 Types of plants

les plantes à fleurs flowering plants

les plantes plants

les mauvaises herbes weeds

le bambou bamboo

la fougère fern

l’herbe herb

l’arbre tree

la plante aquatique water plant

le palmier palm

à feuilles persistantes evergreen

à feuilles caduques deciduous

la plante grasse succulent

le cactus cactus

la plante en pot potted plant

la plante d’ombre shade plant

la plante grimpante climber

l’herbe grass

la plante rampante creeper

l’arbuste à fleurs flowering shrub

les graines seeds

saplings les jeunes plants d'arbres

plant cuttings - les boutures de plantes

🌹 Types of flowers

rose la rose

marigold le souci

tulip la tulipe

crocus le crocus

lily le lys

iris l'iris

sweet pea le pois de senteur

geranium le géranium

gladiolus le glaïeul

chrysanthemum le chrysanthème

sunflower le tournesol

zinnia le zinnia

aster l'aster

dahlia le dahlia

daisy la pâquerette

carnation l'oeillet

primrose le primevère

peony la pivoine

bluebell la campanule

begonia le bégonia

daffodil la jonquille

jasmine le jasmin

lavender la lavande

azalea l'azalée

orchid l'orchidée

water lily le nénuphar

🌲 Types of trees

orange tree l'oranger

lemon tree le citronnier

plum tree le prunier

pear tree le poirier

olive tree l'olivier

cherry tree le cerisier

apple tree le pommier

apricot tree l'abricotier

fig tree le figuier

Astrophysics/Astronomy Recs

Academic Earth: Astronomy (multiple courses)

Class Central: Relativity and Astrophysics (course)

NASA Astrophysics (govt. website)

MIT Astrophysics II  (lecture notes)

Astrophysics and Cosmology by Prof. Somnath Bharadwaj (lectures)

Matrix Operations by Richard Bronson  (maths textbook)

Linear Algebra by Seymour Lipschutz & Marc Lars Lipson (maths textbook)

The End of Everything: (Astrophysically Speaking) by Katie Mack (book)

Astrophysics for People in a Hurry by Neil de Grasse Tyson (book)

A Brief History of Time by Stephen Hawking (book)

The Elegant Universe by Brian Greene (book)

The Universe in a Nutshell by Stephen Hawking (book)

YouTube channels 

Astrophysics/Astronomy Recs

Academic Earth: Astronomy (multiple courses)

Class Central: Relativity and Astrophysics (course)

NASA Astrophysics (govt. website)

MIT Astrophysics II  (lecture notes)

Astrophysics and Cosmology by Prof. Somnath Bharadwaj (lectures)

Matrix Operations by Richard Bronson  (maths textbook)

Linear Algebra by Seymour Lipschutz & Marc Lars Lipson (maths textbook)

The End of Everything: (Astrophysically Speaking) by Katie Mack (book)

Astrophysics for People in a Hurry by Neil de Grasse Tyson (book)

A Brief History of Time by Stephen Hawking (book)

The Elegant Universe by Brian Greene (book)

The Universe in a Nutshell by Stephen Hawking (book)

YouTube channels 

I WILL ONLY SAY ONE THING AND ONE THING ONLY I LOVE PROF YANG AND SOL A’S DYNAMIC SO MUCH WHY IS NO ONE TALKING ABOUT THIS AHUHUUU is it really just me? Like i dont know about ya’ll but i see prof yang as a father figure to sol A?? I DONT KNOW OKAY THEY JUST REALLY GIVE ME FATHER DAUGHTER DYNAMIC VIBES AND THAT SHIT MELTS MAH HEART IM SO WEAK FOR IT 😭

From the desk of

While I was obsessively searching through jet pens for cool stationary products - I realized school is a month or two away.

So I checked out the Prepare for your Classes tab at University of the People to begin my coursework in Computer Science. I downloaded the books and saved the course resources links and read through all the syllabi.

Here are the things:

Liberal Arts!!

Education Strategies & English 101

Programming!!

Programming Fundamentals

Programming 1 & 2

Computer Systems

Maths!

College Algebra & Intro Statistics

Calculus (Copy Pasta)

Learn Calculus- MATH 1211

Course Overview

This 3-credit course provides an interdisciplinary introduction to the core concepts of differential calculus, covering a wide range of topics. Content includes both applications and theory of differential calculus leading to an introduction of The Fundamental Theorem of Calculus. Learners will continue to refine independent study skills, problem-solving, logically correct and mathematically precise writing and thinking, and their ability to use geometric, symbolic and analytic formats in presenting solutions to both abstract and real world applications.

Preparation Resources

Strang, G. (1991). Calculus. Wellesley, MA: Wellesley-Cambridge Press. Available online at https://ocw.mit.edu/resources/res-18-001-calculus-online-textbook-spring-2005/textbook/

Calculus- MATH 1211 -

Course Schedule and Topics:

This course will cover the following topics in eight learning sessions, with one Unit per week. The Final Exam will take place during Week/Unit 9 (UoPeople time).

Week 1: Unit 1 – Calculus Introduction: Velocity, Circular Motion, Trigonometric Functions

Week 2: Unit 2 – Limits and Derivatives: Rates of Change and Limits and the Derivative of a Function

Week 3: Unit 3 – Derivative Rules, Derivatives of Trigonometric Functions, and Limits and Continuity

Week 4: Unit 4 – Applications of Derivatives, Extreme Values of Functions, and the Mean Value Theorem

Week 5: Unit 5 – The Chain Rule and Implicit Differentiation

Week 6: Unit 6 – Exponential and Logarithmic Functions

Week 7: Unit 7 – Newton’s Method and the Integral and Antiderivative

Week 8: Unit 8 – More on the Integral, Definite Integrals, and Fundamental Theorem of Calculus

Week 9: Unit 9 – Course Review and Final Exam

So excited!

Also, this...

Coursera

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science | London

Open the door to sought-after technology careers with a world-class online Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Computer Science degree from the Uni

£10k - £15k in 3-6 years @ 15-30hrs/week.

All online!!!

Now what? Besides needing some more notebooks I am trying to decide between a digital or analog note taking system. One costs $800 bucks but will be higher quality with a slight learning curve - iPad Air and Pencil and a note taking app (probably Notability)

Here. Read. Learn.

Paperlike

iPad Air (2020) Deep Dive

Released on October 23, 2020, the new iPad Air (4th generation) is a step up from last year’s model. The latest iteration of Apple’s mid-ran

And a second article:

Paperlike

12 Best Note-Taking Apps for iPad [College Edition]

*A previous version of this article claimed that there were leadership problems at Evernote. We've updated this to say

I’ve read about the differences between IPad Air and Pro for note taking and Meh.

I like the latest IPad ($349) or the Latest iPad Air ($549). Choosing between the Apple Pencil 1 ($99) or Apple Pencil 2 ($129) isn’t the biggest deal breaker either.

Apple support is about $3.50 per month until you turn it off so... yeah.

In any case - this is the one I want:

The cost is similar for the IPad case. Not bad, but that’s a LOT of Notebooks, Washi Tapes, and Pens!

The conclusion?

For about the cost of an iPad Air bundle, I can purchase ALL OF THE stationary supplies AND a better digital camera AND a few months of unlimited data for my modem.

So you know.

In regards to Content? Both options?

Oh yes please!

AND new pretty furniture AND gaming system (XBOX) AND TV (LG) AND a streaming device AND you know - costumes?

Livestreamer blues.

Mics and stuff aren’t cheap man. Neither are cameras and elgato devices (effect box, cam link, game link). Boo!

The desire for moody dark academia study blr and pagan influenced live stream aesthetics aside...

IBM offers Professional Certificates Coursera in Data Analytics & Science for $40 a month or $400 per year!

Don’t believe me? Look!

Coursera

IBM Data Analyst

Offered by IBM. Gain the job-ready skills for an entry-level data analyst role through this eight-course Professional Certificate from IBM a

Coursera

IBM Data Science

Offered by IBM. Data science is one of the hottest professions of the decade, and the demand for data scientists who can analyze data and co

Ka-pow!!

Until next time... I’ll be perusing digital camera and lighting kits... really I’m going to start my coursework. Maybe after dinner and a nap. Maybe.

heyy! with school starting again, I decided to combine a lot of helpful post, so you can rock the new school year! I’ve spent quite some time going through different masterposts and the ones i included here are very helpful resources. good luck for the new school year! <3

STUDYING

study effectively

revise method

take a break

study journal

planning the perfect study schedule

all the things that got me studying after one year of living through tv-show characters and wasting time on youtube (be honest, we all need this)

how to memorize

flashcards

preparing for exams

how to pull an all-nighter (but pls only do this in extreme situations)

how i study

SCHOOL

how to wear what you want to school

first day of class

emergency kit

list of tips (this is super helpful)

test taking tips

help! i hate my teacher

how to annotate

NOTE TAKING

how to take notes from a textbook

tips

what to do when you ruined your notes

upgrade your notes

ESSAYS

five paragraph essay

how to  write 20 pages

battling essays

STATIONERY

essentials

backpack buying guide

cute and cheap stationery

LANGUAGES

tips + resources

different ways to learn a language

how to learn a language by doing nothing

SELF CARE / PERSONAL

self care

some advice

back to school glow up

morning routine

night routine

skin care

stress route

mental health tips

school and heartbreak

tests for when you don’t know what to  do with your life

burnout - a guide for students

FOOD

study foods

ideas

easy recipes for students

ORGANIZATION

organize & refresh your phone and laptop https://youtu.be/3b00aqUqoZI

staying organized

guide to bullet journals

bujo for students

PRODUCTIVITY

beat procrastination 

how to increase productivity

sort out tasks

self-discipline

MOTIVATION

study moods

motivation

gentle reminder

how to motivate yourself to start studying

MUSIC

mildliner inspired study playlists

best spotify playlists and albums for your study session

playlists for different moods

study music

PRINTABLES

binder covers

grade tracker

study pack (task tracker, formula list, habit tracker, task tracker)

go to sleep

back to school kit (class data, study group sheet, supplies list)

APPS

google chrome extensions

my favorite study apps

apps for students

I’m so starved for prof yang and sol A content like i wanna see their father daughter dynamic moreee and like i understand that prof yang kinda has a father dynamic with all his students but like its just so much more apparent and obvious with Sol A like with others it just kinda feels like a good teacher guiding his students but with Sol A it really feels like he is her dad and i cry cuz that shit touches mah heart yah know so basically what i want to say is WHY IS THEIR DYNAMIC SO UNDERRATED AND MY GAHD I AM SO STARVED FOR CONTENT OF THEM THAT I WILL WRITE A FIC MYSELF AND I WONT EVEN CARE IF NO ONE READS IT AJJSJS

How To Stay Motivated (from an unmotivated person)

Hello Wonderful Humans,

I see you have returned back to my page, good, very good. Keep up the good work.

Today, I woke up quite early than I like to because my sister decided to blast music through the sound system in the living room. Her taste in music is crappy so, I had to get out of bed, take a long walk to the living room from my bedroom, and slam a pillow across her donkey face. I asserted my dominance in the house, ETHINA RULES MUHAHAHA

After getting the peaceful and quiet environment of the house back, I wanted to go back to sleep but, I couldn't sleep anymore because I don't know why. Therefore, I thought, why don't I try to stay motivated today and see how it goes?

Yes, I woke up and chose violence.

Here are 5 tips I used throughout my day to stay in a good mood and be productive:

TIP #1 PLACE YOUR ALARM CLOCK AWAY FROM YOUR BED this kitty banner is cute tho

If you want to spend a motivated productive day, the first step is to get out of bed. How the heck are you going to get work done if you don't get out of bed?

If you keep on saying your alarm "5 more minutes" and snooze it like me, you need to keep your alarm away from your bed so you have to get out of your bed to shut the screaming phone off.

Turn on the lights right after you get out of bed and turn off your alarm. This way, your brain will know it's already morning and stop being lazy.

If you are still feeling sleepy, go take a cold shower to wake you up (a hot shower will make you more sleepy as it relaxes your muscles). Trust me, the moment the ice-cold water will hit your skin, you will feel more alive than you ever felt.

TIP #2 MAKE A TO-DO LIST (IT HELPS) this white aesthetic is hurting my eyes

After you are done with your post-shower rituals (yes, rituals) make yourself a healthy breakfast (don't eat the leftovers from last night, start your day with a fresh meal.). While you are eating your delicious first-meal-of-the-day, get a notebook, diary, or whatever you write your nonsense in and make a to-do list.

I write what I want to get done throughout the day. Keep it as detailed as possible. This way, you are letting your brain know what you want to do today thus, you know EXACTLY how you want to use your day.

TIP #3 FIND SOMETHING YOU LOVE minimal art supremacy

We all have that special something that we love to do, be it watching K-Dramas or watering plants. Ask yourself, what is that one thing that you love to do and lowkey wished you didn't have responsibilities to carry so you could do the thing you love carelessly.

Let's take me as an example. I love food and food is equivalent to life for me. I don't give a damn about the nuclear explosion, I just want my fried chicken with barbeque sauce.

I say myself, Ethina, if you finish studying for all your tests, we will take a ride to your favorite chicken place and buy fried chicken with barbeque sauce. We will also get croissants.

I love my friend chicken with barbeque sauce, I also love my croissants. I am very dedicated to food and if getting food means studying, I AM READY TO SACRIFICE MY PRECIOUS SLEEP FOR IT.

When I am done with my goal, I simply get my dad to drive me up to my favorite chicken place and buy me what I have promised myself.

TIP #4 SET A TIMER calming water aesthetic banner lol

Admit it or not, we all feel like we studied for 5 hours after barely studying for 5 minutes. Every time I open my Higher Mathematics Edition II Algebra Volume, I forget everything I ever learned. I start messing up simple problems like "2+x=4"

Setting up a timer will help you keep track of how much time you spend studying. You will know that you didn't study for 5 hours when you sat in front of your study station and stared at a blank wall for 2 minutes.

I highly suggest the Pomodoro Technique. This time-management technique was developed by Francesco Cirilo in the late 1980s. The technique uses a timer to break down work into intervals, traditionally 25 minutes in length, separated by short breaks.

I set my timer for 30 minutes and break down my to-do list into small parts to complete within this 30-minute time period. Then, I take a 5-minute break which I use to walk around the house and check on my family (what if a mafia gang attacked my family?) after which I set a timer for 30-minutes again. After studying for 1 hour productively this way, I take a 10-minute-break for treating myself with food and start studying again.

You can customize the timer according to your need and you can even use a online Pomodoro timer like Pomofocus and apps like Forest.

I could study for 6 hours today and finish all my tasks on my to-do list without feeling fatigued, I am sure you can do it too! Make sure you stay hydrated during your study session, let's get that clear skin while we study!

TIP #5 LISTEN TO MUSIC THAT PUTS YOU IN A GOOD MOOD oml look at the floof banner so cuteee

We all love music. At times when no one understands us, music lends their comfortable shoulder for us and lets us cry our heart out. The true potential of music to communicate with people of all walks of life is truly amazing.

Listen to whatever music makes you happy. Don't pay heed to other's opinion about your music taste (even if someone slams a pillow on your face like me). We can listen to whatever artist we like, and if someone tries to stop us from doing so, gurl the Earth before and after your opinion is the same.

I like listening to classical music (those dark academia classical playlists on YouTube are bop) because they don't have any lyrics which might or might not take away all my attention. If I get tired of classical music, I just listen to orchestral versions of my favorite songs.

Music helps you to concentrate better, it also helps you to stay in a great mood (unless you are listening to breakup songs lol). I personally believe that music increases productivity even though everyone has a different opinion on this.

this banner doesn't go with this blog's theme but I like the feel of it so I am using it

If you are still here, congratulations! You survived my nonsense blabbering and I am sure you will survive life too! :)

I hope the tips above will help you become a better version of yourself!

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