hi guys! I'm I'm so glad to be back. last semester really took a toll on me mentally and im glad today to be able to share what i went through & hopefully help anyone else who is struggling with negative thoughts while they need to perform whether that be in school/work/life generally.

im not a professional but these are my personal experiences and things that worked for me.

-ryanne

timestamps:

(00:00) introduction

(00:29) the struggles of last semester

(06:38) recognizing the signs of overthinking

(11:15) managing overthinking and negative thoughts

(15:21) practical tips for coping

(22:27) conclusion and future plans

i feel like school has aged me 60 years. this is my (much needed) episode to remember things that i love about life that i am forgetting to cherish and enjoy. i cannot stress how important this is to do because being in the thick of the bustle can get very tiring/lead to burn out.

i hope this episode reminds you of what you love and makes you excited if you've been overwhelmed lately!!

timestamps:

(00:00) intro

(02:00) life updates and current reads

(04:07) early morning workouts

(06:13) intense workouts and boxing

(07:11) cold brews with cold foam

(09:20) single serve chocolate chip cookies

(11:21) morning lemon water

(12:46) fall marketing (lol)

(16:34) stroopwafel tea and walkers shortbread

(18:03) journaling and sun bathed clouds

(20:40) travel memories

(22:19) harry potter pomodoro videos

(24:13) outro

i recently realized lacking confidence really sucks. there's no way to sugarcoat it.

this prompted me to do a deep dive into the burrows of self-confidence and think of all the tips i have learned so far. i hope some of these really help in some area of your life.

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(00:00) introduction: the struggle with confidence

(00:26) life update: back to law school

(02:20) understanding confidence and its challenges

(08:56) defining confidence vs. arrogance

(10:50) practical tips to boost your confidence

(11:09) the importance of self-awareness and honesty

(14:21) setting realistic goals

(16:56) the impact of social media on confidence

(19:55) building a strong relationship with yourself

(23:45) embracing mistakes and learning from them

(26:08) tracking progress and reflecting on growth

(28:19) persistence and practice

(33:09) the power of saying no

(35:00) kindness and humility in confidence

(38:31) avoiding comparisons and embracing imperfection

(40:29) seeking perspective from others

(42:19) fake it until you make it

(43:53) conclusion: confidence is a journey

SELF CARE!! i love it. however recently, after watching an influx of summer self care videos on youtube, i've been wondering what self-care really looks like, and if social media self-care is subconsciously toxic to watch.

in this episode, i dive into the messy nature of self care, how self care is an essential but may not always be aesthetic, and how aesthetic self-care means nothing if we don't do the most important things to take care of ourselves.

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timestamps:

(00:00) introduction: what is real self care?

(01:19) personal life update

(01:45) the influence of social media on self care

(03:07) the reality of self care: messy and uncomfortable

(07:16) essential self care practices

(09:29) unconventional self care practices

(17:25) final thoughts on self care

(22:30) conclusion and encouragement

ok asides from the unusually large amount of times i said "bogs" in this episode i hope you were able to resonate and find some value from it.

i am a strong believer that anyone can really achieve what they put their mind to and i know there are so many ups and downs we get hit with every day: doubt, anxiety, purposelessness, life events. however despite this, you can achieve what you put your heart to. i am in no way "there" yet but i hope this small list of things i've learned so far can help you too.

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timestamps:

(00:00) intro

(00:32) unleashing your full potential

(02:04) clarifying your goals

(04:42) meeting basic needs first

(07:01) staying motivated and ignoring those who don't encourage you

(10:59) the power of reading and learning

(14:16) embracing failure and discomfort

(17:36) consistency and routine

(19:32) surrounding yourself with the right people

(23:37) handling life's obstacles and resetting

(26:40) accepting uncertainty and changing course

(35:15) working quietly and focusing on the present

(38:15) final thoughts

a flickering candle, a hearty creamy coffee, a fuzzy blanket, and crispy apple snack. studying can be fun i promise.

here, i compiled a list of all the ways i made studying my 1st year of law school enjoyable, and even fun, in detail! things are what we make them, and i figure there is no harm in trying to make the best experience out of reading thick law texts.

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my fav youtube ambiences:

⁠Harry Potter

⁠Oppenheimer

⁠Dark Academia

timestamps:

(00:00) intro

(01:19) life update

(03:47) beginning what makes studying enjoyable for me

(04:55) setting the vibe for my desk (dark academia desk aesthetic)

(07:54) heating pads and cozy blankets

(09:02) YOUR DELICIOUS CANDLE

(10:56) comfortable study chair !!!

(12:33) YOUTUBE AMBIENCES!

(16:55) comfortable clothes

(18:08) a good beverage 

(21:05) a good snack

(23:24) working out before

(24:25) a good view

(25:25) cute study supplies

(28:41) a set schedule of how long you study (makes studying purposeful)

ENJOY!

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it really sucks when someone else controls how you feel and you feel you can't do anything alone. being your own best friend first has really helped me be more confident, uplifted, content, and has carried me through harder times. this is coming from someone who used to be SO dependent on friendships, and i can wholeheartedly say it is one of the best things you can do for yourself.

i will dive into everything that helped me get confident solo! i hope it helps!!

timestamps:

(00:00) intro

(01:27) why you should be your own best friend at all

(05:22) get comfortable doing things solo

(09:13) accept who you are!

(11:22) take care of yourself!

(13:05) HAVE A ROUTINE

(14:35) have your own passion

(16:15) thickkkk boundaries

(19:25) automated messages to yourself

(20:17) learning to say no

(21:05) prioritizing your time

(22:41) learning new things

(23:35) you’ll make mistakes

(24:09) fill in yourself during your high and low points, and WHY ITS SO IMPORTANT

(26:50) why it can be hard to function if you rely on validation , reiteration on importance of confidence solo

sometimes letting go of something is the only thing standing between us and a brighter lighter future. but its hard, its painful, and it sucks. here, i discuss some of my best tips for letting go of anything (like the past, future expectations, people, + more). i hope it helps you and you are able to get past whatever is in your way!

timestamps:

(00:00) intro and life update

(01:44) intro to letting go

(03:25) how you know when to let go

(7:38) how to let go

(09:33) dont be hard on yourself

(10:29) accept the difficulty of it

(11:47) hang out with friends/family

(13:64) boundaries!

(14:50) be kind to yourself 

(15:30) extreme self care

(17:17) challenge yourself to be better 75 hard

(17:58) physically letting it go somehow

(18:34) envisioning new future 

(21:02) the aftermath will make you stronger

(22:10) meditating and praying

(22:28)writing it out

(23:10) the overall process of letting go, u got this!

im currently in a mini rut of sorts and thought i would share everything i did today that helped me move a bit out of my funk. ofcourse this is unprofessional advice but i hope it can kickstart even something small that makes you feel better. you so got this, things will pass!

feedback is so appreciated

timestamps:

(00:00) intro

(01:58) beginning of what I did go get out of slump

(02:29) movement!

(03:37 ) talk to a friend

(05:11) brain dump

(06:42) clean body and space

(08:05) baking chocolate chip cookies!

(09:06) getting some sun

(10:16) staying off socials 

(14:04) reading a fun book

(17:14) painting 

(18:05) remembering your purpose

(19:34) accepting the slump

(23:30) mindfulness

(24:39) outro/you got this!

ok first off, i apologize for my congested voice, im all stuffed up. however i am so excited to share my favorite things about prague, it was truly such a special experience to live and study law here for a month. i layed out my favorite coffee shops, things i did, including parks i read in, book shops, food, shopping , and weekend trips!! enjoy!!!

(the coffee shop i could not remember was called coffee corner bakery)

timestamps:

(00:00) intro

(01:18) getting to prague 

(01:50) coffee shops

(06:23) favorite things to do

(07:06) parks I read in

(09:44) classical concerts

(10:27) favorite views

(10:54) painting and coffee

(11:33) cat cafes

(12:22) banksy

(12:50) petrin hill

(14:13) shopping spots

(16:20) bookstores!!

(17:41) FOOD

(18:13) fav dish

(18:41) goat cheese salad locations

(19:35) michelin star restaurant experience

(21:58) weekend trips!!

(23:16) germany

(25:11) italy 

(26:32) ending thoughts on prague and study abroad