Know What You’re Studying: I think the hardest part about studying is knowing where to start. If your professor provides a study guide that is definitely a good place to start. If not, I like to go back to the resources the professor provided (PowerPoint slides, videos, lectures, etc.) and take the most important informationContinue reading “Tips for Exams!”
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My New Years Intentions
Happy New Year everyone! I like to set intentions for the new year to work on for the year! I also decided to pick a word for the year. My word this year is purpose. My goal is to keep in mind my purpose for doing all of the things I need, want, and enjoyContinue reading “My New Years Intentions”
Tackling Graduate School in a Pandemic
Starting graduate school in a pandemic is something no one would have ever expected. Obviously I chose to enter graduate school at this time but it was not easy. I have had to adjust how I learn compared to attending classes in person. There have been a few steps I’ve taken that I believe ledContinue reading “Tackling Graduate School in a Pandemic”
What I Learned in the First Week of (Mostly Online) OT School
Even though I’ve only been a graduate student for a week I already feel like I have learned so much. Here’s a summary of the things I have learned this week and have valued. There’s Always Something to Do: I am an avid to do list writer and I love the feeling of crossing offContinue reading “What I Learned in the First Week of (Mostly Online) OT School”
Being Present
Present (noun): period of time now occurring As someone who is a chronic worrier, being present has always been a struggle for me. My biggest intention and mantra for this school year is to be present. I have spent so much time focused on my future while applying to graduate schools, that I did notContinue reading “Being Present”
Preparing for OT School… But Relaxed
Once I was accepted into occupational therapy school I wanted to do anything I could to prepare for school. When I was assigned my OT2 mentor she told me the most important thing I could do was enjoy myself and relax! I wanted to share what my summer before OT school looked like while stillContinue reading “Preparing for OT School… But Relaxed”
Which OT Program is the Right One For You? Part 2: Master’s Degree vs Doctorate Degree
This can be a “controversial” topic but I want to discuss the facts about masters or doctorate programs so future OT students can make an informed decision for themselves. No program is better than another. Also I want to clarify that I have not researched EVERY single program, but these are my findings in theContinue reading “Which OT Program is the Right One For You? Part 2: Master’s Degree vs Doctorate Degree”
