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Can I just… talk for a moment… about how much I love how, if you know them well, words don’t have synonyms?

English, for example, is a fantastic disaster. It has so many words for things that are basically the same, and I find there’s few joys in writing like finding the right word for a sentence. Hunting down that peculiar word with particular meaning that fits in seamlessly in a structure, so the story flows on by without any bumps or leaks.

Like how a shout is typically about volume, while a yell carries an angry edge and a holler carries a mocking one. A scream has shrillness, a roar has ferocity, and a screech has outrage. 

This is not to say that a yell cannot be happy or a holler cannot be complimentary, or that they cannot share these traits, but they are different words with different connotations. I love choosing the right one for a sentence, not only for its meanings but for how it sounds when read aloud. (Do I want sounds that slide together, peaceful and seamless, or something that jolts the reader with its contrast? Snap!)

I love how many words for human habitats there are. I love how cottage sounds quaint and cabin sounds rustic. I love steadiness of house, the elegance of residence, the stateliness of manor, and tired stubbornness of shack. I love how a dwelling is different to a den.

And I love how none of them can really touch the possessive warmness of all the connotations of home.

Words are great.

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猫捕鼠，犬守门，各司其事，人无职业，不如猫犬 (māo bǔ shǔ), (quǎn shǒumén), (gè sī qí shì), (rén wú zhíyè), (bùrú māo quǎn)

A cat catches mice A dog guards the door Each and every one has his own chore But if a man sits idle, you see No better than these animals is he

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What

things english speakers know, but don’t know we know.

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23 October 2016

it’s been a looooooooooong time since i updated, yeah?

just a quick update: I’M DONE WITH MY MAJOR EXAMS FOR THIS YEAR YAAAYYYY

anywayy, i’ll be having my end year exams this coming friday onwards so i’ve started revising and making notes. i just hope to do well for my exams! hope you all are having a great day!

xx

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It’s November 8 2016. Election Day. And you didn’t vote. You knew that trump is evil “but Hillary is just as bad”, you said. You hate both of them, so you refused to vote. “Neither deserves to win”, you said and by the way, it’s rigged anyway, right? You refuse to play that game and you feel quite good about it. You’re a rebel. It’s your kind of protest against the corrupt system!  

You come home from work, with a smile on your face. It looks like your protest works: Some of your friends also didn’t vote or wrote in the name of a third candidate. You feel really good. Maybe you and your friends are enough to change the system! And if not, well, you’ve seen presidents change before and it never had too many consequences in your life. 

You sit down in front of your tv, reach for the remote and your phone buzzes. It’s a text from one of your friends, the weird one who begged you to vote for Hillary - and your smile falls off your face “It looks like Trump will probably win. I’m so scared. My sister is crying.” 

You suddenly remember that your friend’s sister is trans. 

You turn on the tv and you can’t believe your eyes. The third candidate one of your other friends voted for is at 4%! That’s great, isn’t it? But wait.. Hillary is currently behind Trump? By 6%? Oh. You didn’t expect that. 

 Another text. A co-worker. “Two people called in sick. I think it’s because they’re scared to go outside in case Trump wins..” 

One of your co-workers is black, one is Muslim. 

You stare at the tv and you can’t believe what you hear. “Trump won.” It was a head-at-head race and Hillary almost won - but only almost. You can’t believe it. None of your friends were going to vote for him! 

You want to go outside to think about something else - but you stop as you hear your neighbor crying on the phone. “I’m so scared i’ll lose the custody right when our marriage gets annulled”. 

You suddenly remember that your neighbors are a gay couple with a cute little daughter. 

But Hillary would’ve been just as bad, right? 

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#macbeth #whatamidoing

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Tips for a more productive study session

1. Tidy up your desk/work area. Believe me, it’s so much easier to concentrate once your surroundings are clean and smell nice.

2. Wash your teeth and face before every study session. It will make you feel clean and more awake.

3. Keep a big bottle of water near you and stay hidrated throughout the whole session.

4. Set a few goals (not very many) to accomplish in your session. Do that in order to set a purpuse, but don’t be overoptimistic, it’s bettr to focus on your priorities.

5. Put on something that you feel comfortable in. Whatever it is, a onezie, pyjamas, tracksuit bottoms, anything that doesn’t bother you and helps you focus on work. 

6. Take 20 minute breaks every one or two hours (depending on your stress level)

7. If you tend to play with/pull your hair, try to keep it up in a hairstyle that keeps it out of the way. This goes out to my trich friends and anyone who obessively plays with their hair as a way to destress. Just figure out the best way to keep your hair out of your head (haha) for the longest time possible.

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The A.S.P.I.R.E. Study Method

A: Approach/attitude/arrange

Approach your studies with a positive attitude and a plan

Arrange your schedule/workspace to eliminate distractions

S: Select/survey/scan

Select a reasonable amount of material to study per session

Survey headings, graphics, pre- and post questions for an overview

Scan for keywords and vocabulary: mark anything new.

P: Piece together the parts:

Put aside your books and notes

Piece together what you’ve studied and summarize what is understood.

I: Investigate/inquire/inspect:

Investigate alternative sources of information you can refer to

Inquire from support professionals or other resources for assistance

Inspect what you did not understand and make note of it.

R: Reexamine/reflect/relay

Reexamine: What have I not completed? I am missing anything?

Reflect: How can I apply this to my work? Are there applications for it?

Relay: Can I explain this to a friend? Will they understand it better if I do?

E: Evaluate/examine/explore:

Evaluate your grades on tests and tasks: look for a pattern

Examine your progress: toward achieving your goals

Explore options: with a teacher, tutor, parent, etc. if you’re not satisfied.

Source

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tips all students need

1. learning is better than knowing. you don’t need to be a genius to do well in school, only dedicated enough to actively pursue your education. 

2. straight A’s =/= intelligence. don’t let your grades define you; test grades can’t capture the passion in your eyes and the resilience in your bones.

3.  friendships change, but sometimes that's a good thing. some relationships are bested by time, and people grow apart. in the absence of others, you may find that you’ve been missing out on what’s been right in front of you the entire time. 

4. rest is important. your health is always more important than school. while stress is inevitable, never be afraid to take a day off, or talk to a trusted adult. Mental health is just as valid as physical health.

5. your life is just beginning. i know that failing test grade or the fact that your crush rejected you seems like the end of the world, but i promise you that it’s not the end. life is literally the longest thing any of us will experience, so fall in love with living. think of every opportunity as just another beginning. 

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10.06.16+10:05am // here’s a banner reference sheet for everyone wanting to add some variety and pop to their notes/journal. there are many more ways to make these banners - i just gave a really basic tutorial for each one. if you need more detail, just click on the image to enlarge! 

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Hi! I have decided to make this masterpost, putting in one place everything that I have found ADHD - related!

For some links, I have listed some of the things you can find there, choosing those that I thought were the most useful, but check the whole site because everything is great!

BASICS: 

what is ADHD.

types of ADHD.

adult ADHD.

adults vs kids ADHD.

women and ADHD.

ADHD test - please, tho, don’t take this for granted and please don’t self diagnose, talk with your doctor about the results!

the best ADHD related youtube channel. - adhd in girls // sleeping // relationships // how fidgeting is useful.

signs of ADHD.

debunked myths.

things nobody tells you about having ADHD.

7 Everyday Struggles Of People With ADHD.

STUDYING:

studying with ADHD. (problems+solutions)

15 study tips for students with ADHD.

more study tips.

even more tips.

another list of tips.

exam tips. // grade tips.

math accomodations.

writing help / websites.

APPS.

ADHDtricks - format study material // blue tack // trouble understanding // readable web .

FOCUSING:

keep your focus.

food to help focusing.

chronic procrastination.

hyperfocus.

fight distractions. 

focus right now.

more focusing hacks.

MISC:

boredom. 

sleeping. // tips for better sleep. 

medications + avoid side effects.

meds’ side effects (and how to reduce them.)

more about meds.

ADHD strenghts!

read some life experiences!

planning. + great planning site.

relationships.

2 hour glitter jar calming video + how to make one!

some satisfying videos.

aquarium calming video. 

WEBSITES:

CHADD.

ADDA - adhd starter kit!

ADHDtogether.

kidsinthehouse’s ADHD section.

ADHD reddit.

Totallyadd.

verywell’s ADHD section.

ADDtitudemag.

ADHD study tumblr.

Social networks! Use facebook to find support groups and pages, use Tumblr to connect with others like you and use Twitter to find out about new articles and resources with the tag #adhd!

Thats it! Hope you have found this mp useful, feel free to add things!

+ other links:

useful programs masterposts.

how to write an analytical/scientific essay.

cute ‘n unusual stationery.

dyscalculia resources + advice.

how i take my math notes.

my pics.