Mindfulness: a mental state achieved by focusing one's awareness on the present moment. Everyone talks about it- it’s in every self help book and alluded to in plenty of motivational speeches. But what does it really mean, and how can it translate into the everyday life of a college student? Psychology Today describes mindfulness as an active attentiveness to incorporating a positive mindset into our lives. It is important to take moments everyday and evaluate our thoughts and our outlook on life. ...continue reading "The Importance of Positive Thinking"
5 Ways to Maximize Your Dartmouth Interim Break
I have to say, one of my favorite things about Dartmouth is the D-Plan system. I was never a huge fan of the long summer break that most schools have, and I would always end up getting really bored after the first month and a half. I much prefer Dartmouth's system of having four terms and then a three to five-week long break in between. ...continue reading "5 Ways to Maximize Your Dartmouth Interim Break"
How Planning Can Lead to a Successful College Experience
As college students, we all know how hard it can be to stay focused on our studies. Constant distractions like Netflix, text messages, and the longing to hang out with friends can often make our academic goals fall to the wayside. It is up to us to use our tools and resources to make sure that we stay on track. ...continue reading "How Planning Can Lead to a Successful College Experience"
Reading and Recall
You may hear the word "cramming" get thrown around a lot before tests, midterms, and during Week 9 at Dartmouth in general. Students flipping through text books, looking over sticky notes, and highlighting "important" portions of text as fast as they can. ...continue reading "Reading and Recall"
Studying On The Weekend
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It’s the end of Week 2 and midterms are fast approaching. If you’ve got an exam next week, then you might want to consider spending a few hours studying this weekend. ...continue reading "Studying On The Weekend"