Goodbye Summer Break!

Hey yall! It's that time of the year again and if you've read any of my earlier posts I mentioned that I was a doctoral student. With it being mid- August that means it's back to school time for me! I always pick up a few items that are must have's for a productive and organized semester. Here is a list of the items I always need to get me motivated for the semester ahead. 

1. A planner: I HAVE to be organized at all times. With a planner on hand I can stay on top of all assignments I need to have completed at school as well as work. I need structure or I'll go crazy lol 

2. A 3 or 5 subject notebook: Depending on the amount of classes I have in a semester I'll either need a 3 or 5 subject notebook. I like to keep all notes together in one notebook so I never have to worry about picking up the wrong notebook or leaving it at home. 

3. A folder: I keep a folder on hand to keep all handouts I'm given in & also my syllabi for each class until I'm used to my new schedule and the location of each of my courses. 

4. Loose leaf paper: I always need loose leaf paper on hand in case my professors ask us to do anything that needs to be handed in. You don't want to have to tear paper out of your notebook. It looks super messy and that's a no no! Especially in a doctoral level course. 

5. My laptop: This probably should've been #1 on my list for obvious reasons. In college, whether it's undergrad or graduate, your laptop is your best friend! Your laptop is pretty much linked to any assignments you have to do. 

6. A backpack/tote: Depending on the books and materials I need for a semester, I always make sure I have a sturdy BUT stylish school bag. I haven't chosen which one I will use yet but I will definitely update you all when I do! :) 

7. Pens & Highlighters: I need good writing pens because I take A LOT of notes! I also need highlighter so reading and studying. Highlighters are a great way to signify and keep track of  key points. 

So those are my must have items for a new semester! I hope you all who are in school have a wonderful semester and share with me what your favorite back to school items are! 

Peace & Good Vibes,

Harmonious Kourt 

A Book Worth Reading!

Hey guys! I'm back again and this time I want to share my thoughts on a book I recently finished reading. I got my hands on Paulo Coelho's "The Alchemist" and it was absolutely amazing! I finished the book in two nights because I simply could not put it down! I mean from start to finish I was truly captivated by its' content. Coelho touches on various themes throughout the book but the main theme was in regards to fulfilling ones own "Personal Legend". Coelho simply encourages the reader to follow their dreams. I don't know if it's because I'm in a point in my life where I want to be genuinely happy but I found this so inspiring! Everyone has their own personal legend or goals they want to accomplish but sometimes we never achieve them. Sometimes we get caught in the mist of all the other things that are being thrown our way that we neglect the things that make us happy or simply neglect our dreams and goals altogether. I was inspired to never give up on my dreams and happiness even if there are sacrifices and obstacles that I have to endure to achieve them. Life isn't always going to be easy and sometimes the cards we're dealt are downright scary, but I vow to never let my fears keep me away from my happiness. When we allow ourselves to be free, the universe will conspire to help us achieve all the things we wish to achieve and find our own personal legend. I hope I've encouraged you to get your hands on a copy! It's definitely worth it! 

Peace & Good Vibes! 

-Harmonious Kourt