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Energy Management
A human-based organization method
click on images for better resolution; images also available here (link to google drive)
Other posts that may be of interest:
Getting stuff done: How to deal with a lack of motivation
Flexible time-blocking: A more breathable way to get things done
The ABCDE Method
Chrome extensions I actually use as a mentally ill university student
Making websites easier to digest:
Dark Reader - Changes any webpage to dark mode.
Mercury Reader - Simplifies the layout of any webpage to eliminate distractions and irritating formatting.
Podcastle AI - Turns any article into a podcast. This is a lifesaver for being able to process what I’m reading, to be honest.
Spelling/grammar:
LanguageTool - Spelling and grammar check for those of us who regularly type in more than one language.
Grammarly - Spelling and grammar check for those of us who only type in English. Can be used with LanguageTool installed, which is what I do.
Google Dictionary - Define any word on the webpage with a double-click.
Google Translate - Translate an entire webpage or even just a short segment.
Misc:
AdGuard Adblocker - After trying quite a few adblocker options, this is the one I find the best.
The Great Suspender - Automatically suspend inactive tabs to help with performance. <- as an edit, I don’t believe this is available anymore
Honey - Try coupon codes automatically to save money on online purchases.
Built-in Chrome tab grouping - Group your tabs to keep organized and minimize distracting clutter.
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 💕
every minute spent on planning saves you ten minutes spent on execution. short essays probably don't require that much preparation beforehand, but if you're writing something longer you should probably spend some time planning first. this is the process i go through when planning my essays, and i find it works really well!
Energy Management
A human-based organization method
click on images for better resolution; images also available here (link to google drive)
Other posts that may be of interest:
Getting stuff done: How to deal with a lack of motivation
Flexible time-blocking: A more breathable way to get things done
The ABCDE Method
This is a concept I'm not very well versed in, hm, sucks for my work.
Thank you OP!
Energy Management
A human-based organization method
click on images for better resolution; images also available here (link to google drive)
Other posts that may be of interest:
Getting stuff done: How to deal with a lack of motivation
Flexible time-blocking: A more breathable way to get things done
The ABCDE Method
An Overview of Note-Taking Styles
Note-taking is one of the most essential skills a student should master. It allows you to record and review information to be used in the future. But what’s the best way to do so? Here’s an overview of note-taking styles that can help you maximize your learning!
2/100 days of productivity
Kinda bland, I gotta say.
I did some work for my mom, so I was busy with that the whole day. I splurged on some desk items and cat toys, and I got them on a kinda good deal. (will not be disclosing to family though, it's my earned money anyway) I only did some quick studying with those free online textbooks from OpenStax.
3 over 100 Days of Productivity (late post)
07.28.2021 Wednesday
It's prep day for this upcoming school year. I only did some light math exercises early one but delegated my time to find resources for my senior high. There's some docs that contain the learning levels and qualifications (specified for lessons and quarters/sems) that you can access online in my country. I'm thinking of using that as a goal/check list? Or something to refer to as I navigate.
Day 4 over 100 Days of Productivity
07.29.2021 Thursday
Slow day today. Only did some leisure reading since every part of me felt on low energy. I pushed myself to do my workout but I can't say the same for academic stuff. I'll try to make up for it.
5 over 100 Days of Productivity
07.30.2021 Friday
Dude, I finally got some work done. And I was able to do some cardio! I jump roped up to 750 (supposed to be 1k but i DoNT wanto). I got around to reading and studying my Biology lessons, just trying to get into the mood before class officially starts.
6 over 100 Days of Productivity
07.31.2021 Saturday
I finally finished those bio notes, this page is the most okay one of them all so I chose to showcase that. Let's laugh at the fact that it was the first one, so the consecutive ones afterwards suffered from low level of study energy. Although I wasn't able to finish it, enjoyed the first 5 pages of that paper. Yes, I am very ashamed that I did not finish it.
7 over 100 Days of Productivity
08.01.2021 Sunday
I've been pushing my self to take time and do some math lessons from Khan Academy. Gotta admit, my scores weren't so good but at least now I'm getting better.
8 over 100 Days of Productivity
08.02.2021 Monday
I spent some time skimming and trying to get a grasp of the textbooks I have. The front one isn't for school, but it's very personal to me. I missed having textbooks so much because for 5 years my school/s didn't have one.
19.09.2021
I'm trying my best with my subjects and juggling to keep up with healthy practices, especially with mental health. It's definitely tiring and a lot of tugging at limbs and will; and the results won't always be what you wish them to be, but at the end of the day I feel thankful for the continuous effort I see my self do. I was never like that, the type to keep on advancing bravely even at the face of adversity; and I'm proudly joyous. Some people may not deem my marks good or high, or myself as intelligent or hardworking enough, but at the end of the day my heart is at peace. That's enough.
1.31.2022 1/100 days of productivity
(I've restarted. Don't talk to me.)
Ah, studyblr! Nice to feel the mostivation breath through me to post! My second semester recently started but I feel the nervousity creep on me about how hard it's going to be. I did some reading and studying for our first lessons, it kind of eased the nerves: I'm dping something about my problem so I shouldn't be too anxious. That kind of thing.
Anyways, for today I thought I'd share some honestky life changing habits (welp, for me at least) :
-CLAYGO: Clean as you go. I tell myself this: that slight click of my laptop as it closes reminds me to put all the plugs and cables to their basket, the pens to the holder, and the notebooks to their places. The little things you pass up now pile on later, and the little things you do now free you sooner.
-Three deep breaths whenever I'm overwhelmed. If I can breathe, I can do this, and if I fail badly then I can learn. If I do good then I'll keep those in inventory for when I doubt myself. But on hard days, I still think I'm the most accessible proof of anything I aim to be.
2.1.22. 2/100 Days of Productivity:
Currently winding down with a headache. I'm yet reminded again how bad at math I am, but I'll work on it. I'm not going to give up easy! Anyways, I enjoyed doing some annotations for a class and mulled over how I romanticize my study life with my anime-themed Notion set-up spearheaded by this girl.
Ah.
