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SCHOOL CHEAT SHEET!!
soothe yourself | self care
stationery
printables
helpful sites
music for studying | more music
note taking methods | another one
studying methods
english | physics | chemistry | biology | maths | languages
how to learn a language
ultimate guide for writing | writing resources | writing helps | tips for writers
how to write a kickass essay | write a great essay | stuff you need to write essays | essay tips | essay checklist | grade your essay
how do I study for…
bullet journals | a guide to bullet journals
the testing effect
everything you need to succeed in school
time management
organisation
how to annotate | another one
guide to aesthetically pleasing notes | improve your handwriting
create a study guide
resources | helpful websites | there’s an app for that
get more out of google
productivity resources | 14 apps to become productive | how to stay productive
lazy night owl school survival guide
apps for a better life | useful websites for students
masterpost of studying tips
social media citation guide
college masterpost | another one | starting college on the right foot | packing for college | how to survive in college
how to ace that college interview
food to stay motivated | motivation guide
how to stay awake in class
balancing a healthy lifestyle
studying on your period
huge masterpost for the semester
a very long list to help you survive school
not enough time to finish an assignment?
100 delicious cheap recipes
53 posts for students
high school cheat sheet
other cheat sheets
Notetaking
Sound Note - take notes while you record audio
Evernote - notetaking that syncs across platforms
Paper 53 - minimal notetaking that syncs
Microsoft OneNote - collaboration and syncing, best for Office users
Google Keep - jot things down, best for Google suite users
Notability - take notes and annotate PDFs
Mindly - create mind maps
Day One - a digital journal
Flash Cards
Quizlet - the quintessential flash card app
StudyBlue - another commonly used app
Cram - best for its “cram mode”
Eidetic - uses spaced repetition for effective memorization
Planner
My Study Life - schedules, tasks, reminders, and more
StudyCal - keeps track of tasks, exams, and grades
24me - automated reminders and event planning
iStudiez - schedule and prioritized task list
Google Calendar - a calendar, best for Google users
Glass Planner - a calendar and to do list with incredible functionality
To Do List
Clear - organized to-do and reminders
MinimaList - simple to-do and focus timer
Trello - collaborative project organizer
Todoist - clean and functional task manager
Default notes app on your phone
Time Management
Forest - plant trees by staying focused
Pomotodo - pomodoro timer with to-do list
Timeglass - custom timers
Tide - pomodoro with white noise
Alarmy - forces you out of bed
Pillow - smart alarm that tracks sleep cycles
Productivity
Workflow - automate tasks
Habitica - turn your habits into an RPG
Continuo - simple, colorful activity tracking
Freedom - block distracting apps
Free Learning
Coursera - free MOOCs
TED - listen to Ted Talks
Duolingo - language learning
Memrise - spaced repetition language vocabulary
Khan Academy - free video lessons
Ambient Noise
8tracks - curated playlists
Spotify - online music streaming
Coffitivity - cafe ambience
Noisli - background sound generator
Rain Rain - rain sounds
Binaural - binaural beats
Health
Rockin Ramen - recipes based on ramen
MealBoard - meal planning
Lifesum - healthy eating
Stop Breath And Think - mindfulness meditation
Pacifica - mental health management
Sworkit - personalized video workouts
Waterlogged - hydration tracker
Reference
WolframAlpha - Google on steroids
Oxford Dictionary - all of English at your fingertips
RefMe - citation generator
PhotoMath - solve math problems by taking a photo
Mathway - step by step math help
Desmos - free graphing calculator
Wikipedia - not the best source, but it’s handy
Miscellaneous
Companion - stay safe when walking alone
Mint - money management
Toshl - finance manager
Tiny Scanner - scan documents
Let’s all help college students get knowledge they deserve for free:)
http://gen.lib.rus.ec
http://textbooknova.com
http://en.bookfi.org/
http://www.gutenberg.org
http://ebookee.org
http://www.manybooks.net
http://www.giuciao.com
http://www.feedurbrain.com
http://oll.libertyfund.org/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=380
http://www.alleng.ru/
http://www.eknigu.com/
http://ishare.iask.sina.com.cn/
http://2020ok.com/
http://www.freebookspot.es/Default.aspx
http://www.freeetextbooks.com/
http://onebigtorrent.org/
http://www.downeu.me/ebook/
http://forums.mvgroup.org
http://theaudiobookbay.com/
More Here
TIME MANAGEMENT STUFF / TERM 7
I’ve got a lot of questions about this during my Art Center time, so I drew it ! This system came from when I had to manage my time during art high school (8am-5pm everyday) with 2 waitress jobs. Everybody has different working method, but I will be more than happy if anyone gets new idea from it !
Better quality : https://www.behance.net/gallery/37722243/Time-Management-Stuff
How Often To Clean Your House (aka Being An Adult)
Sprinkles And Crafts: A Food, DIY And Lifestyle Blog.
Basic Homesteading Skills
Crafts
quilting
embroidery
cross-stitch
knitting
crochet
sewing
Cooking and Baking
homemade bread
homemade butter
homemade extracts
dandelion jelly
Canning
26 canning recipes
canning jars 101
60 canning recipes
Gardening
edible trees to plant
what to plant to save the bees
cure and braid garlic
save seeds for next year
braid onions for long term storage
build a greenhouse
Animals
homemade chicken feed
raising mealworms for chickens
why to raise nigerian dwarf goats
Outdoors
starting a fire with sticks
trail signs
knotting
find true north without a compass
Medicine
homemade neosporin
all purpose healing salve
an introduction to solarpunk
artwork by Molly Costello (instagram)
what is solarpunk?
“Solarpunks cherish nature, progress and science; the individual and the community.
They believe in a world that is green, colourful, and bright. It can be described as a literary genre, an aesthetic, or a movement. The key points are:
An emphasis on renewable energy, especially solar power.
A demand for technology and society to re-centre around sustainability, longevity, and balance.
A focus on decentralisation, community activism, social justice and civic empowerment.
A recognition that economic, social, and ecological injustices are all deeply inter-connected.”
- Sunbeam City
“Solarpunk is a literary movement, a hashtag, a flag, and a statement of intent about the future we hope to create” - Ben Valentine
Solarpunk as a concept emerged from the imagination of authors and creators in the early 2000′s, and was shared freely throughout the internet. It originated as a genre of creative writing and artwork, but it quickly began to be implemented into decentralised left-wing spaces. Nowadays, solarpunk embodies a whole range of politics, activism, design and art; but at its heart it encompasses positive, grassroots community action and innovation as a way to prevent ecological crises.
resources
non fiction books, essays and articles
Solarpunk: a reference guide
Solarpunk: notes towards a manifesto
Solarpunk against a shitty future
What is Solarpunk?
Solarpunk Resources
Designing Regenerative Cultures by Daniel Wahl
The Nature Fix: Why Nature Makes Us Happier, Healthier, and More Creative by Florence Williams
Powering the Dream: The History and Promise of Green Technology by Alexis Madrigal
Ecovillages: Lessons for Sustainable Community by Karen T. Litfin
Designing for Hope: Pathways to Regenerative Sustainability by Dominique Hes
novels and fiction
Goodreads solarpunk list
Solarpunk Press
Solarpunk Story Exchange
Sunvault: Stories of Solarpunk and Eco-Speculation
Ecotopia by Ernest Callenbach
Glass and Gardens: Solarpunk Summers by Sarena Ulibarri
Wings of Renewal: A Solarpunk Dragon Anthology by Claudie Arseneault
Sunvault: Stories of Solarpunk and Eco-Speculation by Phoebe Wagner
Twenty One Twenty by Jason J. Robinson
Winds of Change: Short Stories about Our Climate by Mary Woodbury
Ecopunk! - speculative tales of radical futures by Liz Grzyb
videos
Sunbeam Cinema (my list of documentaries and films)
Imagining a Solarpunk future (TED talk)
podcasts
Adventures in New America
The War on Cars
Climate One
Future Perfect
The Impact
The Institute for Local Self Reliance
It’s Going Down
The Shift Up Podcast
Solarpunk Press
Strong Towns
Team Human
Occulture Podcast, ep. 122
(my list of podcasts and radio shows)
websites and blogs
Sunbeam City Wiki Solarpunk Anarchists Solarpunk Station
tumblr
This is where I need your help - I would love to collate a list of Solarpunk-themed tumblr blogs. If you post about Solarpunk and would like to be included in this list, please comment or message me with your blog URL. Thank you!
Relevant posts
my list of permaculture resources
my tips and tricks for disabled activism
my post on gardening
my post on community activism
post updated: 8/7/2019
Two job-hunting resources that changed my life:
This cover letter post on askamanger.com. A job interview guide written by Alison Green, who runs askamanager.
10 Ways to Observe the Moon for International Observe the Moon Night
On Saturday, October 5, we will host the 10th annual International Observe the Moon Night. One day each year, everyone on Earth is invited to observe and learn about the Moon together, and to celebrate the cultural and personal connections we all have with our nearest celestial neighbor! This year is particularly special as we mark the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 Moon landing while looking forward to our Artemis program, which will send the first woman and next man to the Moon.
There are many ways to participate in International Observe the Moon Night. You can attend an event, host your own or just look up! Here are 10 of our favorite ways to observe the Moon.
1. Look up
Image Credit: NASA’s Scientific Visualization Studio/Ernie Wright
The simplest way to observe the Moon is simply to look up. The Moon is the brightest object in our night sky, the second brightest in our daytime sky and can be seen from all around the world — from the remote and dark Atacama Desert in Chile to the brightly lit streets of Tokyo. On October 5, we have a first quarter Moon, which means that the near side of the Moon will be 50 percent illuminated. The first quarter Moon is a great phase for evening observing. Furthermore, the best lunar observing is typically along the Moon’s terminator (the line between night and day) where shadows are the longest, rather than at full Moon. See the Moon phase on October 5 or any other day of the year!
2. Peer through a telescope or binoculars
Image Credit: NASA/Molly Wasser
With some magnification help, you will be able to focus in on specific features on the Moon. In honor of this year’s 50th Anniversary of the Apollo 11 Moon Landing, see if you can find Mare Tranquillitatis (Sea of Tranquility)! Download our Moon maps for some guided observing on Saturday.
3. Photograph the Moon
Image Credit: NASA/GSFC/Arizona State University
Our Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter (LRO) has taken more than 20 million images of the Moon, mapping it in stunning detail. You can see featured, captioned images on LRO’s camera website, like the crater seen above. And, of course, you can take your own photos from Earth. Check out our tips on photographing the Moon!
4. Relax on your couch
Image Credit: NASA’s Scientific Visualization Studio/Ernie Wright
Is it cloudy? Luckily, you can observe the Moon from the comfort of your own home. The Virtual Telescope Project will livestream the Moon from above the Roman skyline. Or, you can take and process your own lunar images with the MicroObservatory Robotic Telescopes. Would you prefer a movie night? There are many films that feature our nearest neighbor. Also, you can spend your evening with our lunar playlist on YouTube or this video gallery, learning about the Moon’s role in eclipses, looking at the Moon phases from the far side and seeing the latest science portrayed in super high resolution.
5. Touch the topography
Image Credit: NASA GSFC/Jacob Richardson
Observe the Moon with your hands! If you have access to a 3D printer, you can peruse our library of 3D models and lunar landscapes. This collection of Apollo resources features 3D models of the Apollo landing sites using topographic data from LRO and the SELENE mission. The 3D printed model you see above is of the Ina D volcanic landform.
6. Make and admire Moon art
Image Credit: LPI/Andy Shaner
Enjoy artwork of the Moon and create your own! For messy fun, lunar crater paintings demonstrate how the lunar surface changes due to frequent meteorite impacts.
7. Listen to the Moon
Image Credit: NASA Explorers: Apollo/System Sounds
Treat your ears this International Observe the Moon Night. Our audio series, NASA Explorers: Apollo features personal stories from the Apollo era to now, including yours! You can participate by recording and sharing your own experiences of Apollo with us. Learn some lunar science with the second season of our Gravity Assist podcast with NASA Chief Scientist, Jim Green. Make a playlist of Moon-themed songs. For inspiration, check out this list of lunar tunes. We also recommend LRO’s official music video, The Moon and More, featuring Javier Colon, season 1 winner of NBC’s “The Voice.” Or you can watch this video featuring “Clair de Lune,” by French composer Claude Debussy, over and over.
8. Take a virtual field trip
Image Credit: NASA/SSERVI
Plan a lunar hike with Moon Trek. Moon Trek is an interactive Moon map made using NASA data from our lunar spacecraft. Fly anywhere you’d like on the Moon, calculate the distance or the elevation of a mountain to plan your lunar hike, or layer attributes of the lunar surface and temperature. If you have a virtual reality headset, you can experience Moon Trek in 3D.
9. See the Moon through the eyes of a spacecraft
Image Credit: NASA/GSFC/MIT
Visible light is just one tool that we use to explore our universe. Our spacecraft contain many different types of instruments to analyze the Moon’s composition and environment. Review the Moon’s gravity field with data from the GRAIL spacecraft or decipher the maze of this slope map from the laser altimeter onboard LRO. This collection from LRO features images of the Moon’s temperature and topography. You can learn more about the different NASA missions to explore the Moon here.
10. Continue your observations throughout the year
Image Credit: NASA’s Scientific Visualization Studio/Ernie Wright
An important part of observing the Moon is to see how it changes over time. International Observe the Moon Night is the perfect time to start a Moon journal. See how the shape of the Moon changes over the course of a month, and keep track of where and what time it rises and sets. Observe the Moon all year long with these tools and techniques!
However you choose to celebrate International Observe the Moon Night, we want to hear about it! Register your participation and share your experiences on social media with #ObserveTheMoon or on our Facebook page. Happy observing!
Make sure to follow us on Tumblr for your regular dose of space: http://nasa.tumblr.com.
You should Not use popcorn time and you should Not use a VPN while using it
How do you (“how does one”) shop for a therapist?
Can you call up a therapist and be like “hi, I’m therapist shopping”? Can you schedule an appointment with a therapist and then be like “actually I have some questions and I want to spend part of this appointment talking about your practice and whether or not it is garbage?”? Are you expected to phone interview/screen your therapists if you are shopping around for a therapist?
If you’re seeing one therapist are you supposed to/not supposed to tell them if you start seeing another therapist? Is it possible to cheat on your therapist?
ULTIMATE "OH FUCK I JUST GOT MY FIRST APARTMENT AND ALL I HAVE IS ONE CHANGE OF CLOTHES AND A THIRD SOCK" CHECKLIST
CLEANING
Dish soap
Laundry detergent
All-purpose cleaner
Hand soap
Broom
Mop
Wash cloths / rags
Vacuum
Dustpan
Lint roller
Sponges
KITCHENWARE
Plates
Bowls
Spoons
Forks
Knives
Glasses
Mugs
Tongs
Spatula
Plastic wrap
Ziplock baggies
Garbage bags
Paper towel
Tupperware
Ice tray
Oven mitts
Potato peeler
Mixing bowls
Frying pan
Pot
Baking sheet
Whisk
Stirring spoons / ladels
Tea infuser ball
Measuring cups
Strainer
Cutting board
Coffee maker
Kettle
Toaster
Magnets
Dry erase markers
Sticky notes
Microwave
Wire sponge
Trash bin
Recycling bin
Rubber gloves
Silverware organizer
Measuring spoons
Aluminum foil
Wax paper
Can opener
Bottle opener
Containers for salt, sugar, flour, etc.
LIVINGROOM
Sofa
Rocking chair (you know you want one)
Loveseat
Coasters
Blankets
Throw pillows
Coffee table
Book shelves
TV
TV stand
Floor lamp
End table
Stereo system / radio
BEDROOM
Mattress
Box spring
Bedframe
Linens
Sheets
Comforter
Hangers
Laundry hamper
Trash bin
Curtains
Pillows
Pillow cases
Night table
Alarm clock
Lamp
Dresser
Coat rack
Desk / vanity
Comfy chairs
DININGROOM
Dining table
Minimum of 2 chairs
Coasters
Placemat
Tablecloth
Tea lights /candles and candle holders
BATHROOM
Face clothes
Towel
Soap bar
Body wash
Shampoo
Conditioner
Tissues
Toilet paper
Trash bin
Plunger
Toilet cleaner
Cold, flu, pain, and allergy meds
Hydrogen peroxide
Antibacterial ointment
First-Aid kit
Tweezers
Nail clippers
Band-aids
Shower rod
Shower curtain
Toothbrush
Toothpaste
Floss
Period products
Bathmat
Air freshener
Trash bin
Towel rod
Towels
MISCELLANEOUS
Elastic bands
Stapler
Stables
Paper clips
Needles and thread
AA / AAA batteries
Light bulbs
Extension cords
Scotch tape
Duct tape
Shovel
Rake (if you have a yard)
Stain remover
Jar of courters for laundry mat
Screw drivers
Hammer
Nails
Sticky tack
Screws
Box cutter / X-acto
Pliers
Wrench
Pens
Paper
Pencils
Pencil sharpener
Eraser
Welcome matt
Shoe rack
Coat rack
Flashlight
Flashlight batteries
Watch batteries
Rechargeable batteries and charger
Safe place to discard dead batteries
Candles
Matches
Lighter
Mini travel fans
Real fans
Emergency Survival kit
Fire extinguisher
Landline phone
Window air conditioner
Carbon monoxide alarm
Fire alarm
FOOD STUFF
Mustard
Ketchup
Mayo
Salt
Pepper
Baking soda
Flour
Eggs
Milk
Bread
Olive oil
Tea
Jam
Peanut-butter
Coffee grounds
Cereal
Rice
Pasta
Vegetable soup
Tomato sauce
Frozen vegetables
Crackers
Chickpeas / lentils
Apples
Oranges
Granola bars
Juice
Hot chocolate mix
Frozen meats
no, listen, when I say I want to integrate more specific solarpunk stuff in my life, i don’t mean to ask for yet again new “aesthetic” clothes that now you have to buy or make to show your support of the movement (screw that i’m consuming enough as it is), or more posts about impossible house goals, or whatever, I’m asking you what my options to build a portable and eco friendly phone charger are, im asking you viable tiny-appartment edible plants growing tricks on a budget, im asking tips to slow down when my mind and society tell me im not fast enough, i don’t need more rich art nouveau amateurs aesthetics or pristine but cold venus project, okay, i know i should joins associations where I am tho i’m constantly on the move, thanks for that, just, you know, can we get a bit more practical ??? how do I hack my temporary flat into going off the grid for the time i’m here
I want to try so many little hobbies. Candle making, soap making, basket weaving, wood carving, book binding, baking, weaving, I want to try them all.
hobbies masterpost!
a really excellent way to reduce anxiety is to pick up a new hobby. find something you’re interested in, learn it, then use it as a healthy and productive way to cope.
learn to play guitar
learn how to make interactive stories with the free program Twine
learn how to make pixel art
learn another language
learn how to build a ship in a bottle
learn how to develop your own film
learn how to embroider
learn how to make chiptunes (8-bit music)
learn how to make origami (the art of paper folding)
learn how to make tumblr themes
learn how to make jewelry
learn how to make candy
learn how to make terrariums
learn how to make your own perfume
learn how to make your own tea
learn how to build birdhouses
learn how to read tarot cards
learn how to make zines
learn how to code
learn how to whittle (wood carving)
learn how to make candles
learn how to make clay figurines
learn how to knit scarves
learn how to become an amateur astronomer
learn some yoyo tricks
learn how to start a collection
learn how to start body building
learn how to edit wikipedia articles
learn how to decorate iphone cases
learn how to do freelance writing
learn how to make your own cards and
learn how to make your own envelopes
learn how to play the ukulele
learn how to make gifs
learn how to play chess
learn how to juggle
learn how to guerrilla garden
learn how to chart your family history
learn how to keep chickens
learn how to do yoga
learn how to do magic tricks
learn how to raise and breed butterflies
learn how to play dungeons & dragons
learn how to skateboard
learn how to do parkour
learn how to surf
learn how to arrange flowers
learn how to make stuffed animals