Alright, so I promised I’d spill the beans on how I’m tackling this semester, and here we are. Let me just say—I’m not about that chaotic, last-minute-cramming life anymore. Nope. This time, I’m going full-on organized student mode, and my secret weapon? Notion. Yeah, I know, everyone and their grandma uses Notion these days, but hear me out—I found this insanely helpful template that’s basically going to be my academic lifeline. ...
Alright, let’s talk about one of my all-time favorite study techniques: active recall. If you’ve ever found yourself staring at a textbook, rereading the same paragraph for the 10th time and still not remembering a thing, this one’s for you. Active recall is like the secret sauce of studying—it’s simple, effective, and honestly, a game-changer. So, grab a cup of coffee (or tea, no judgment here), and let’s dive in. ...
Alright, let’s talk about something that saved my academic life more times than I can count: past papers. Seriously, if you’re prepping for exams and not using past papers, you’re leaving a golden opportunity on the table. I get it—not everyone can afford tutors or fancy prep courses (I sure couldn’t), but past papers? They’re free, they’re effective, and they’re a game-changer. Here’s how I used them to not just keep up, but actually ace my exams, even in the crazy competitive environment of a Chinese high school. ...
Let’s be real—studying can feel like climbing Mount Everest in flip-flops. It’s exhausting, overwhelming, and sometimes you just want to throw your textbook out the window. But what if I told you there’s a way to make it less painful? Enter the Pomodoro Technique, my secret weapon for staying focused without losing my mind. And trust me, I’ve tweaked it to fit my chaotic life, so stick around because I’ve got some fun twists to share. ...
The first semester results are finally out, and I can finally breathe again. These past few days have been nothing short of nerve-wracking. You know that feeling when you’re so anxious that you can’t eat properly or sleep soundly? Yeah, that was me. “Makan tak tenang, tidur tak lena”—as we say in Malay. My mind kept replaying every exam, every assignment, and every moment where I thought, Did I do enough? ...