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Lets do this lol!
Hahaha Love it!!!
I'll start:
I am moving into a new condo in ~ two weeks just signed the lease today. Super duper excited!! Very close to campus, ridiculously nice amenities... expensive as hell, but I think it's worth it! Hope moving doesn't mess up studying for finals too much 0_o
Anyone else have some big changes happening right now?
How is everyone's MCAT studying going?
+1I say you just make a social thread where we can just post random ish for the years to come vs one made for each year/cycle.
Not great bruh. I have been getting behind my schedule due to a lot of end of the semester school work, but I'm still confident I can pull it together before May 23rd. I still need to do some Bio material review then I'll just be doing practice tests for the last month. Pulled a 30 on AAMC #3 without finishing material review, but I know that is supposed to be the easiest one
Well I am not in the cycle.... I assumed it just meant this school year period. Then we have another one this fall ^_^, but I guess one permanent one would make sense. It would be hella lot of pages though 0_o+1
Back when I joined SDN there was a pretty large group of people on the URM forum that were active...probably a dozen to two dozen and I have kept in contact with some of them and I know they stay in touch on Facebook now that they are med students... chances are those of us applying this cycle may run into each other on the trail so might as well network since there aren't that many of us out there
On another note I watched Doctors' Diaries the other night. Has anyone else seen it? It was encouraging, helpful, and depressing all at the same time. Haha
On another note I watched Doctors' Diaries the other night. Has anyone else seen it? It was encouraging, helpful, and depressing all at the same time. Haha
Never heard of it. Is it a TV show or webseries?
It's a documentary on NetFlix from PBS's NOVA. I found it to be pretty eye-opening and depressing haha. I think it shed light on the fact that just because you're going to become a Harvard educated doctor (or doctor at all for that matter) doesn't ensure that you are going to have a great life.
It made me a little about my situation and made me think I need to find a wifey before I get to med school haha
It's a documentary on NetFlix from PBS's NOVA. I found it to be pretty eye-opening and depressing haha. I think it shed light on the fact that just because you're going to become a Harvard educated doctor (or doctor at all for that matter) doesn't ensure that you are going to have a great life.
It made me a little about my situation and made me think I need to find a wifey before I get to med school haha
Well apparently if you're an AA male and you get that white coat you're good, buddy. You'll be beating off quality women with a stick
I saw it too...but I could tell most of them were very sheltered and young/optimistic.
Just finished watching Doctor's Diaries, it was a great documentary. I feel bad for Tim though, but I can definitely relate to what he was saying about how people judge him off his physical appearance. I recommend others watch.
Made me rethink about getting tatted up...at least somewhere that is visible...I thought he would be alright though cause he seemed a bit older than the other ones starting medical school at the beginning, but he probably was the most tragic (3 unsuccessful wives if my memory serves?)
Yup 3 and the fact that his contract didn't get renewed was effed up. I hope I never have to go through some hospital B.S like that. But Luanda didn't turn out half bad at all.
P.S. Cheryl was hot when she was younger
+1 I thought that same **** when I was watching that haha I was like damn I gotta get to Harvard
Hey guys,
I don't know about you but I have been having a tough time this week. I almost hit a pedestrian yesterday (damn Howard kids, I hate summer time.) And when i said almost hit, I banged my head braking so hard to avoid hitting this fool running across four lanes of traffic while I have a green light. Now my anxiety is through the roof and I can't focus on doing my homework or anything else for that matter. Ugggh Then I tried to quit my job today, giving 1-2 months notice though so I can train my replacement. And instead I got guilt tripped (which ended in tears...) and offered 3 weeks of vacation this summer, plus decrease in hours for the same pay. Now I don't know what to do. I wanted to quit so I have more time for school and I would find some type of part time job. But the increased benefits has me really thinking, I do have a family to support... /end rant.
Sorry to hear as well, we all have those days/weeks were s*** just isn't going right. But isn't a decrease in hours and 3 weeks vacation time a good thing?Hey guys,
I don't know about you but I have been having a tough time this week. I almost hit a pedestrian yesterday (damn Howard kids, I hate summer time.) And when i said almost hit, I banged my head braking so hard to avoid hitting this fool running across four lanes of traffic while I have a green light. Now my anxiety is through the roof and I can't focus on doing my homework or anything else for that matter. Ugggh Then I tried to quit my job today, giving 1-2 months notice though so I can train my replacement. And instead I got guilt tripped (which ended in tears...) and offered 3 weeks of vacation this summer, plus decrease in hours for the same pay. Now I don't know what to do. I wanted to quit so I have more time for school and I would find some type of part time job. But the increased benefits has me really thinking, I do have a family to support... /end rant.
Hey guys,
I don't know about you but I have been having a tough time this week. I almost hit a pedestrian yesterday (damn Howard kids, I hate summer time.) And when i said almost hit, I banged my head braking so hard to avoid hitting this fool running across four lanes of traffic while I have a green light. Now my anxiety is through the roof and I can't focus on doing my homework or anything else for that matter. Ugggh Then I tried to quit my job today, giving 1-2 months notice though so I can train my replacement. And instead I got guilt tripped (which ended in tears...) and offered 3 weeks of vacation this summer, plus decrease in hours for the same pay. Now I don't know what to do. I wanted to quit so I have more time for school and I would find some type of part time job. But the increased benefits has me really thinking, I do have a family to support... /end rant.
Sorry to hear you're shaken up. I hate when people impatiently walk across the street when they see that there's obviously traffic coming.
Hey guys,
I don't know about you but I have been having a tough time this week. I almost hit a pedestrian yesterday (damn Howard kids, I hate summer time.) And when i said almost hit, I banged my head braking so hard to avoid hitting this fool running across four lanes of traffic while I have a green light. Now my anxiety is through the roof and I can't focus on doing my homework or anything else for that matter. Ugggh Then I tried to quit my job today, giving 1-2 months notice though so I can train my replacement. And instead I got guilt tripped (which ended in tears...) and offered 3 weeks of vacation this summer, plus decrease in hours for the same pay. Now I don't know what to do. I wanted to quit so I have more time for school and I would find some type of part time job. But the increased benefits has me really thinking, I do have a family to support... /end rant.
Hey guys,
I don't know about you but I have been having a tough time this week. I almost hit a pedestrian yesterday (damn Howard kids, I hate summer time.) And when i said almost hit, I banged my head braking so hard to avoid hitting this fool running across four lanes of traffic while I have a green light. Now my anxiety is through the roof and I can't focus on doing my homework or anything else for that matter. Ugggh Then I tried to quit my job today, giving 1-2 months notice though so I can train my replacement. And instead I got guilt tripped (which ended in tears...) and offered 3 weeks of vacation this summer, plus decrease in hours for the same pay. Now I don't know what to do. I wanted to quit so I have more time for school and I would find some type of part time job. But the increased benefits has me really thinking, I do have a family to support... /end rant.
Big Changes? No. My life is MCAT, research, and finals as well with the addition of EMS. (AAAAAAAAH)
MCAT? Not so much. Sadly, I'm going to have to put that on hold for now. I'll have a solid 6 1/2 weeks in the summer before my June 20th test.
On another note I watched Doctors' Diaries the other night. Has anyone else seen it? It was encouraging, helpful, and depressing all at the same time. Haha
wow they must really want you to stay, decreased hours for same pay?? hmm!Hey guys,
I don't know about you but I have been having a tough time this week. I almost hit a pedestrian yesterday (damn Howard kids, I hate summer time.) And when i said almost hit, I banged my head braking so hard to avoid hitting this fool running across four lanes of traffic while I have a green light. Now my anxiety is through the roof and I can't focus on doing my homework or anything else for that matter. Ugggh Then I tried to quit my job today, giving 1-2 months notice though so I can train my replacement. And instead I got guilt tripped (which ended in tears...) and offered 3 weeks of vacation this summer, plus decrease in hours for the same pay. Now I don't know what to do. I wanted to quit so I have more time for school and I would find some type of part time job. But the increased benefits has me really thinking, I do have a family to support... /end rant.
Im planning on June 20th as well but waiting my FAP application to go through; everything probably will be full by then!
I am torn between reviewing and doing practice questions,,,everyone says just do practice questions but if you get everything wrong because you dont know material well then what the heck? seems like ill never see progress.
anyone take GRE ? i guess its pretty easy?! need it for SMPs
when i get some down time im going to check out doctor diaries =D
too bad i dont have cable to watch that bravo show
I'm with you. I did a diagnostic exam with one of the AAMC practice tests to get an idea of where I am at and get a a feel for the questions. Right now I feel more comfortable just focusing on content review and the practice questions in each chapter. Once I make significant progress in my content review I will proceed to taking practice tests...(May The Lord be with me, this test scares the crap out of me! Haha)
And what Bravo show are you referring to?
anyone take GRE ? i guess its pretty easy?! need it for SMPs
Prefer not to say what exactly my job is because of anonymity and all... but to put it vaguely I work in consulting.Sorry to hear you're shaken up. I hate when people impatiently walk across the street when they see that there's obviously traffic coming.
What is your job? The decrease in hours doesn't free you up more?
Sorry to hear as well, we all have those days/weeks were s*** just isn't going right. But isn't a decrease in hours and 3 weeks vacation time a good thing?
I'm sorry that is straight up sh*tty ...do you need the job for a letter of recommendation or a reference? They shouldn't coerce you like that...I hate when employers do that
As someone from the northeast I pride myself on my ability to move across incoming traffic without being hit, but you can't just walk out in the damn street and think you won't get hit...time it up or something
I swear no one in DC pays any attention to oncoming traffic. If you really thought out the pros/cons and decided it was best for you/family to quit, I would quit. I worked full time while going to school and it cost my GPA/MCAT scores. At the end of the day you have to do what's best for you and your family.
I am very valuable to them, I work with their clients, and bring in more by reference because of my relationships with clients. This summer I am supposed to bring in a new contract that would be VERY beneficial to say the least, so they really want me to stay.wow they must really want you to stay, decreased hours for same pay?? hmm!
I'm sorry to hear about your terrible week Are you graduating this may though? Because if you are, then I saw screw your job, you have to do whats best for you don't let other people control your life! If you're graduating then it is very likely you can land a much better paying job once you have a bachelors degree in hand.
Just make sure you are definitely doing what is best for YOU. So if the decrease in hours and vacation time is a better option then go with it, but don't go with it just because you want to make your employers happy.
Lmao took the words right out of my mouth. You would think Harvard med girls aren't too attractive, but when I first saw Luanda and Cheryl . Cute and smart is double points in my book.
Def a big fan of alternative R&B. Just checked out Sohn's music. It's pretty good! Will definitely add it to my collections. You should check out How to dress well and James Blake, similar styles to the weeknd, minus the coked up party girls lol.I'm assuming by your avatar that you're a fan of Mr. Testafaye...I've been listening to him for a minute, I def dig on the alternative R&B
You should peep this dude Sohn (https://soundcloud.com/sohnmusic) I kinda got the same feeling when I first heard him as i did with the weeknd, not because they have similar sounds, but because they both are genre-bending and unique...he's a bit more electronica/r&b mix tho
Def a big fan of alternative R&B. Just checked out Sohn's music. It's pretty good! Will definitely add it to my collections. You should check out How to dress well and James Blake, similar styles to the weeknd, minus the coked up party girls lol.
The problem right now is I really do not know what truly is the best thing. Of course money is awesome but I do not want to sacrifice my future in anyway for more money now.
So I think I will stay through the summer, and if it works with my fall schedule I will stay, if I start feeling too pressured I will quit. They agreed to this, and to move my hours as much as possible around my classes so I can come in later than usual and leave early if needed to. They also agreed to void my 4 weeks notice in my contract this fall so I can leave, with my severance, immediately if I have to.
I'll give it a try, I hope it works, if not, school is my priority.
And what Bravo show are you referring to?
Oh **** we're about to go into a hipster-off with music ...I dig James Blake (found him from listening to Jai Paul, people seem to relate them a lot)...I have never heard How to Dress Well...I'm feeling what I've found so far tho...just added him to my "The Weeknd" Pandora station
And wtf is music without the coked up party girls? lol
I'm just referring to lyrical content, either way all great artist. Thanks again for Sohn. This guy is jamming.
lol I knew what you meant...I was just being stupid because the criticism most people seem to have with the weeknd is that his lyrics are very one dimensional
married to medicine?
That show is not a medicine related drama, it's a cat fight reality show. AA women acting like teenage girls and one opinion bring themselves and their husbands down. It's simply embarrassing, but all bravo seems to produce.Just look it up. It looks kind've interesting. I've watched just about every medicine related drama so I just may have to check this out.