Holla All!
I thought I would do a post on whats been going on recently. I am at a point in my life which is incredibly important for my future, along with this comes a lot of stress. A Levels are extremely hard work and require a lot of time, dedication and commitment. Personal statements, revision, flash cards, mind maps, notes, post its, reading journals, timelines... the list is endless and will never be completed!! Once you know what you're applying for for uni you lose interest in the subjects which have no importance in this role. I am applying for English Literature and am extremely excited, It's all I want to do.. whether I decide on teaching, journalism or another careers field of interest only time is to tell but I'm intrigued as to what the future holds! I'm looking forward to change and moving out of Norfolk, I consider this an a new chapter in my life a chance of adventure.
I'm the type of person who will not do anything until I know I've hit a satisfactory amount of work which is normally a lot higher than expected. I may even work up to 15 hours if I have a free day. I like to make the most of the day and ensure I am making the most of my time especially with my future at the end of my fingertips. I always end up writing too much or revising the unnecessary information. As an organised being I like to schedule my day and this puts me at ease so I know what I'm doing and exactly when I'm doing it, I do not like to be left in the dark without an idea of what I could be doing as theres always too much to do, things need to be separated and broken down in terms of necessities and deadlines.
If you're like myself then you won't leave your desk for hours so the most important thing is to make sure you're hydrated unless you will lose interest and concentration and this is so easy to do when you're not originally interested in your study!! Working in candle light is one of my favourite things to do, have some background music a cup of tea, cinnamon candle for christmas and my work and I'm away! The simple things turn out to be the best.
Sometimes you just have to break up your day and walk away, I find going for a run or even taking the dog for a long walk is a brilliant way of clearing my head getting some fresh air and just taking into account what is around us all the time. I am so lucky to be living in the country where I can just escape to a lake or forest absorb the nature and revert back to my little sector of study after an hour or so. A hearty homemade meal is also encouragement of working hard, especially this time of year around autumn and winter when you return from a brisk walk in the mist or even chilly haze of the evenings to a bowl of slow roasted stew or more excitingly on a sunday a roast dinner and all the trimmings. Another release which as a born and bred british may come naturally, sitting in a different room or even venturing off to a local cafe or your grandmas, grabbing a cuppa T, a herbal tea (peppermint is my favourite!), hot chocolate or even a coffee and picking up a book, magazine or the paper and just sitting and taking some time to yourself for about half an hour before its back to the studying!! I love looking at fashion and home decor magazines! Taking breaks with family is also nice for them as well as yourself considering you're working hard it's good to socialise too!
Other ways of being at one with yourself may be to go outside, take a journey to a park, beach or a coffee shop take a notebook and pen and jot down some things about your day, what you've enjoyed what you've completed and things to think about, maybe a to do list. A journal is something i'm going to make a new years resolution! It would be nice to look back on what I used to do and not keep cooped up in one room but make sure I'm having a life too!!
Why running is important, ah I do love a good fitness regime!! I like to go to the gym, bike rides, rugby training and a run whenever I can. Again its a marvellous way of letting yourself go and clear your mind in a few minutes! There's so many tracks and trails to discover when running or biking or just walking.
Sixth form isn't just about the Alevels (obviously thats a very important aspect!) its also very important to keep a social calendar. Not having to wear a uniform during seasons such as Autumn is a lovely pleasure as you can wrap up in blanket scarves, beanies, baggy jumpers, jeans, boots and oversized coats!! I absolutely adore this season for all reasons and more to be mentioned in Autumn favourites coming soon!! Being able to co ordinate your make up to your attire is also something which brings such joy in winter, being able to mix and match a berry lip with a tartan scarf can never be frowned upon!
Bye for now and love always,
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