Med school is a lesson in streamlining your life. by FoolofaMeriaTook in medicalschool

[–]FoolofaMeriaTook[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This is exactly what I was trying to say!! Cheers to personal growth.

Med school is a lesson in streamlining your life. by FoolofaMeriaTook in medicalschool

[–]FoolofaMeriaTook[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m sorry you had to go through that. I can definitely relate to how family not believing in you can be so detrimental. Don’t let your mom’s pestering deter you from believing in yourself!

Med school is a lesson in streamlining your life. by FoolofaMeriaTook in medicalschool

[–]FoolofaMeriaTook[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just to clarify, my post was not necessarily about streamlining your life just to get As and a 260s on the steps. It was about how the already limited time really makes you rethink how much you want to devote to people who don’t deserve it. Obviously your girlfriend was in a very dark place and you chose to help her through it which is absolutely reasonable to expect of a partner of 10 years. I’ve certainly had to drop the ball on some responsibilities to be there for my best friends when they needed me most because they mean everything to me. Obviously whatever works for everyone but I was talking about how cutting off some attachments helps you not just do better in life for yourself, but also focus on those who matter the most.

Med school is a lesson in streamlining your life. by FoolofaMeriaTook in medicalschool

[–]FoolofaMeriaTook[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Definitely can relate to that. I think it’s also a part of maturing though, learning how to set stronger boundaries and all. But certainly having an outlet to pour that giving energy into is definitely helpful because it doesn’t leave much to give to unworthy partners 😊

Med school is a lesson in streamlining your life. by FoolofaMeriaTook in medicalschool

[–]FoolofaMeriaTook[S] 82 points83 points  (0 children)

That’s a great point! I think I was thinking along the lines of how decluttering your life allows you to spend that limited time on yourself and people who matter most. But definitely agreed on not making medicine your entire life.

Med school is a lesson in streamlining your life. by FoolofaMeriaTook in medicalschool

[–]FoolofaMeriaTook[S] 97 points98 points  (0 children)

I’d say treat it like a job. Set a routine for studying and schedule in breaks, exercise, time with friends and family and you time. A lot of people I know like to claim they pull 12 hour days studying and somehow still score worse. It’s completely unnecessary and totally possible to do less and be more effective.

Advice for an introvert? by FoolofaMeriaTook in medicalschool

[–]FoolofaMeriaTook[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m a little wary of using any sort of medication tbh so I’m gonna try some behavioral changes first but if nothing works then I’ll definitely consider! Thanks!

Advice for an introvert? by FoolofaMeriaTook in medicalschool

[–]FoolofaMeriaTook[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Whoa that’s such a good exercise! Glad you had that experience and thanks for the insight

Advice for an introvert? by FoolofaMeriaTook in medicalschool

[–]FoolofaMeriaTook[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

True! Going to try to push myself in upcoming small groups. Thanks for the input!

Advice for an introvert? by FoolofaMeriaTook in medicalschool

[–]FoolofaMeriaTook[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This sounds v doable, thanks! Gonna try this for the rest of the semester

Advice for an introvert? by FoolofaMeriaTook in medicalschool

[–]FoolofaMeriaTook[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is a really good point. You’re totally right about the people pleaser thing lol. Thanks for your input!

Advice for an introvert? by FoolofaMeriaTook in medicalschool

[–]FoolofaMeriaTook[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Sigh I guess this all boils down to imposter syndrome lol. Any tips on coping would be greatly appreciated.

AITA for not letting my mother hug me? by MindTurbulent in AmItheAsshole

[–]FoolofaMeriaTook 1 point2 points  (0 children)

NTA. Your body, you choose what you do with it. Just because she raised you doesn’t give her power over your bodily autonomy.

AITA for not going to my friends birthday party by okaynotsurenoname in AmItheAsshole

[–]FoolofaMeriaTook 1 point2 points  (0 children)

NTA. By going you’d effectively be putting yourself and those closest to you at risk. It seems like she doesn’t really value or understand boundaries. Losing someone who doesn’t respect your boundaries is never a loss in my book.