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studentium · 7 years

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the nerdy guide to fitness

It’s definitely going to suck at first, but you will accidentally have fun, I promise. Okay folks, this whole sedentary lifestyle thing isn’t working anymore. It’s definitely going to suck at first, but you will accidentally have fun, I promise. Get moving!

Exercise is anything that elevates your heart rate or takes your body outside of its normal comfort zone- you don’t have to go to a gym to do either one

Don’t use exercise as an excuse to eat junk! Bad food decisions don’t cancel out.

Yoga/stretching is the easiest way to get your blood flowing with minimal effort

Running or biking is a close second

Consistency is way more important than cramming in 3 miles in one day

if you’re doing cardio, follow up with a cool down stretch or light jog. Take care of yourself!!

Exercise after your school/workday is over (instead of taking a nap). You’ll have more energy to tackle homework, and you’ll get a better night’s sleep.

Make a playlist filled with super bright and obnoxious songs. Works every time.

If you use the Pomodoro method to study, try to fit yoga/stretching into the breaks.

If “regular” exersize isn’t your thing:

Take 5-10 minutes to dance enthusiastically in your room, that’s so much better than nothing.

Get creative with your friends. Instead of meeting for coffee, go on a hike, frisbee in the park, etc.

Small things like taking the stairs instead of the elevator do add up.

If you drive, park a little farther away.

Keep track of your steps. My phone’s health app has a pedometer but they’re really cheap on amazon- please don’t splurge on a Fitbit.

xoxo, Niya

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studentium · 7 years

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It’s almost that time of year ! Considering how important college essays/ personal statements are, it’s honestly never too early to start drafting. There are all the links/tips I found helpful during my college app experience !!

GENERAL TIPS

Follow the prompt !! Your overall message should lead back to the prompt- make sure that doesn’t get lost in the body of your essay.

Application readers want a sense of the kind of person you are. You are telling a story, not rattling off a list of facts, so convey your own voice, whether that’s sarcastic, funny, or upbeat. Your personality should come through !!

Have teachers/friends/parents read your essay to make sure it matches your true voice. If it’s not the kind of story you would tell to a group of your friends, it shouldn’t go in your essay.

BE HONEST.

SERIOUSLY. DON’T MAKE STUFF UP, IT’S NOT WORTH IT.

We all would love a grand story about how you saved three babies from a landslide in the Yukon territory, but if you manage to make a mundane part of your life shine, your application will stand out that much more.

And using a real piece of your life makes writing easier too.

Find a motif/metaphor/theme to tie together the beginning and end of your essay. Connecting your personal experiences with something like a book or a movie has potential for humor + an added piece of your personality. But even something like a trip to Costo can be the perfect background to tell your story.

Get to know your guidance counselor !! They have so much insight into the application process + they write a rec letter. Even after graduation, my counselor is my close friend, counselors can be the best.

ESSAY EXAMPLES

Class of 2020 Essays That Worked

First Lines from Admitted Stanford Applicants

Top 42 Successful Common App Essays

FINDING YOUR TOPIC

4 Clichéd College Essay Topics to Avoid

The Perfect Topic: Right Under Your Nose

Essay Rocket Fuel: The Anecdote

Brainstorming About the College Application Essay

5 College Application Essay Topics That Always Work

OTHER RESOURCES

How Brittany Stinson Wrote Her Costco Essay

Common Application Prompts: The Do’s and Dont’s

College Essay Style Tips

Seven Ways to Make Your College Essay Stand Out

What Every Ivy League College is Looking for in its Admission Essays

Top College Officials Share Notes on Great Application Essays

Would You Admit You? (@genericappblrurl)

Buckle down, dig deep, and don’t overthink. My ask is always open for any questions/editing help !!

xoxo, Niya

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studentium · 8 years

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I make it a point to listen to at least one podcast a day, and these are some of my recommendations !! The ones in italics are the ones to which I have a daily subscription, but I listen to all the casts on this list periodically. The ones with arrows are my personal favorites. I use the app Overcast to manage all my podcasts. Happy listening !!

News // Politics // Business

The New Yorker: Politics and More

NPR Politics Podcast

The Nice Guys on Business

⇴ The Economist Radio

Society // General Interest

This American Life

What’s The Point

Longform

⇴ Freakonomics Radio

⇴ Strong Opinions Loosely Held

TED Radio Hour

Arts

⇴ On Being with Krista Tippet

Fresh Air

The Pen Addict - literally made for the studyblr community

Indiewire: Screen Talk

All Songs Considered

Narrative // Story-telling

⇴ Welcome to Night Vale

Black Tapes Podcast

The Leviathan Chronicles

Check out my relaxation masterpost, and you can find me at my studygram !!

xoxo, Niya

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studentium · 8 years

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I have really bad anxiety, and it’s a bad combination with the rigor of my schoolwork. These are some of the things I do to take a break. Please remember- your mental and physical health will always outweigh turning in that essay on time.

Spa Day on a Budget:

DIY Sugar Scrub

Cheap DIY Facials

Homemade Bath Salts

DIY Pedicure

DIY Face Masks

Anti - Anxiety:

20 Minute Yoga

Custom Rain Generator

Guided Meditation

Calming Teas

The Dawn Room

6 Ways to Destress ( @stuydies )

Puppy Cam

Play Mahjong

101 Ways to Deal with Stress

Food:

DIY No Bake Desserts

Healthy Eating for Students ( @raineydaystudies )

Energy Boosting Foods

Easy, Healthy Study Snacks

Motivation:

Hamilton Cast’s Performance at the Grammy’s ( @abrieftasteoflove )

Four Rules for a Disciplined Life

When You Feel Like Giving Up

100 Reasons to Study ( @areistotle )

As always, my ask is always open, and you can also reach me at my studygram. Take care of yourself, lovelies !!

xoxo, Niya

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