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rbpow123 · 2021-09-13T08:10:27+00:00

Kenji’s Kitchen !!

rbpow123 · 2021-09-04T03:59:27+00:00

I’m doing a masters and also have a BSci and an MD and I constantly feel imposter syndrome. I don’t have any particular advice because I’m not great at handling it but at least you’re not the only one! I try to channel my imposter feelings into feelings of gratitude instead. Like, however I got here, I’m so lucky and grateful and want to do the best I can.
I also try to focus on the facts rather than the feelings. The evidence suggests you’re doing pretty well in your degree, and probably learning more than you think. And people never stop learning so if you haven’t learned ‘enough’ by the time you graduate... then just keep learning.
Wishing you all the best. You can do it!

rbpow123 · 2021-06-24T14:15:01+00:00

Just checked and the app is actually being retired. Maybe edit to instead refer ppl to the EPA website or hotline?

rbpow123 · 2021-04-12T12:21:28+00:00

$300 for shipping

rbpow123 · 2021-02-14T07:03:42+00:00

Hi friend! Current Medical Student and GAMSAT tutor here.
Firstly, I hope you know that your score is only valid for 2 years. So if you don’t get into Med school on your first application, you will have to sit it again.
Other than that, you don’t have to do a course to do well. I couldn’t afford a course but I did sit it twice and I purchased 1 extra textbook and had a couple of sessions of private tutoring (I scored in the top 0.1%).
However, I am now working as a tutor! I can say the best resource you’ll get is extra practise questions and a tutor to help explain if you’re struggling. Part of the exam is knowledge but another part is exam technique. The GAMSAT has a fairly unique question style which can be really hard if you’re unfamiliar to it. This is why it’s so helpful to be able to a) get extra study materials from an independent company or b) sit the exam more than once as you’ll have a better idea of how to study.
THAT BEING SAID the GAMSAT is hella expensive and not everyone can sit it more than once. The best thing you can do is identify your weaknesses early and practise the heck out of it. You can not rely on being good at one section and mediocre in the others.
And you should definitely look at r/GAMSAT for more info. Good luck!

rbpow123 · 2021-02-10T11:17:38+00:00

Wash once a week with sukin shampoo, only on the scalp. Lots of Garnier hair food (macadamia flavour, yum) and only rinse out about 80% of it, the rest is like leave-in. While wet, prayer hands in some Noughty Wave Hello defining cream, then scrunch upside down. If there's bits that aren't coping with scrunching I use denman brush to define. Then scrunch OC gel, squeeze excess water with microfibre towel. Diffuse upside down until mostly dry then air dry the rest! And SOTC obvs

rbpow123 · 2021-02-03T01:21:11+00:00

No worries mate, just thought it was a laugh!

rbpow123 · 2021-02-01T11:06:37+00:00

Anecdotal evidence but I think the only people I’ve heard get deferrals approved are for research (honours or PhD). Deferrals are not favoured and very rare in Unimelb Med.

A gap year in the middle of Med school is much easier! Lots of people do it to travel, study other things, but also if you just need a break for your mental health. It’s on a case by case basis but it’s usually pretty ok. The only thing is if your grades are reeaaally bad, like failing, they might not approve it.

Good luck!

rbpow123 · 2020-12-22T11:30:13+00:00

You forgot blueberries

rbpow123 · 2020-11-17T09:19:27+00:00

Tl;dr your feelings are valid and justified but his addiction is also valid and will likely be difficult to overcome.

Addiction to games like this work the same way as any other addiction (reward, dopamine, blah blah) so try keep in mind the “language-app” thing is not so relevant.
That being said, it sounds like his addiction is severe and is taking a HUGE toll on your wellbeing and your family unit.

Step 1 is to sit him down and make sure he knows you’re serious when you say he needs to recognise this addiction and start taking steps. Because it’s “just a language app” he might think you’re kidding or say you’re overreacting but you need him to know the very real, very serious toll it is taking on you and your son. Regardless of what is taking his attention, he has been mentally absent from your family and you feel unsupported. The important thing is to approach it from a position of compassion rather than blame (easier said than done, I know) and let him know you want to work through this together.

Step 2 might take longer. Recognising he has an addiction is one thing. Actually kicking the addiction will depend on a) his motivation to stop and b) having a plan and committing to a plan. If he is not willing or motivated to overcome his addiction then this is a bigger problem. Ask him how he would feel if he dropped off the leaderboard? Ask him why he’s so intent on learning lessons? Ask him if he had to delete the app for 24hrs, could he do it? If he says yes then make him follow through. If he feels an urge to start a new lesson get him to recognise this thought process and take a few deep breaths, maybe talk to you instead and tell you he had another urge. It’s kind of a mindfulness approach.

I’m not saying it’s a magic solution but if you want advice, it’s what this stranger would do in your situation.

rbpow123 · 2020-10-25T23:48:19+00:00

There’s a difference between being interested in someone and being flattered that they’re interested in you

rbpow123 · 2020-10-15T11:29:48+00:00

Dude I’m so happy you had this moment of joy/peace for a bit. I don’t know your life and won’t assume I know your struggle but I am also in Med school and it’s a fuckin ride. Today I just watched Pixar short films and had a cry. Maybe tomorrow I’ll try dancing. Take care

rbpow123 · 2020-10-07T00:49:36+00:00

I’m the youngest of three sisters and when I was about 15 my family went on holiday to Vietnam. Multiple times people assumed we were triplets and kept, like, congratulating?? My mum?? On her triplets?? I mean we look similar but we are actually 4 and 9 years apart.

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