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It took me a long time to realize this, and it wasn't until this quarter of college that I was able to put this together: our comprehension and understanding of material are going to rise and fall upon four distinct factors, not in any particular order... Our interest in the subject. The tone set by... Continue Reading →
I checked this book out from the college library It's early Friday afternoon, 11:36 am. I haven't had any breakfast yet, (makes sense since I'm not really a breakfast person) however, I did just finish poring over some Morningstar reports and added two new positions to the investment fund. VT and SPG; VT for its... Continue Reading →
Okay, I have found another study method, and that is, when a lot of reading is assigned, to break the reading material into chunks over several days, even when discussion board responses are due. An example would be: I read half of what is assigned, I cover enough to answer the question that is due... Continue Reading →
Walking home from the grocery store after spending $65 on groceries triggered a moment of insight. I often struggle with operating from the framework of buying what I need versus what I think I might need. Even if I need it down the road, I often buy it in the moment so it doesn't run... Continue Reading →
Before further reading note that being dumb in this context means lacking knowledge about a particular subject and it is a temporary state that can be overcome through learning and gaining understanding. This is the mental framework I use when learning new things. It takes away the fear or pressure to perform at a level... Continue Reading →
After overcoming a week of being sick, I wanted to write this post not just as a reminder to myself but for those of you in college trying to maintain some sense of normalcy. Here are 11 tips that will help you take care of yourself while in college. Number one: Meal prep your meals.... Continue Reading →
This weekend I found myself sick and wanting my bed more than ever. I don't know whether it's allergies or the common cold, but I haven't been sick for years, and my allergies have lessened over the years outside a couple of occasional sneezing fits. But Friday, after a long day and coming home after... Continue Reading →
This week was a rough one mainly with my philosophy class, that, and I am feeling off this week. So today I took the local link up the hill to the store and bought some cake mix, oil, and frosting to bake a cake. I've been craving a slice recently and figured now would be... Continue Reading →
Before starting my classes for the spring quarter, I visited ratemyprofessors.com because I knew firsthand that it was a website I wanted to use before registering for classes. So far, it has lived up to its reviews for the three professors I have this quarter. First professor: I am taking statistics this quarter, and the... Continue Reading →
I am taking Philosophy 101. I am in the first week learning about presocratics and Greek mythology poets. It was recommended that I take this on my degree plan. Last minute without my advisor's knowledge, I dropped a communications class and enrolled in Philosophy 101. I had already taken Communications I and saw that it... Continue Reading →
The Broke College Student 