Study Abroad
Researching unis abroad without losing your mind
US and Canada applications can feel like a second job. Here's how I'm staying organised — and sane.
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Student journal
Hi — I'm documenting sixth form, ambition, and everything in between.
I'm seventeen, Black British Caribbean with Jamaican roots, and I'm figuring out A-Levels, possible study abroad, and how to stay grounded while reaching higher. This is where I share what's real — the wins, the overwhelm, and the small milestones that add up.
About me
I'm a sixth form student balancing coursework, exams, and big questions about where I want to study next. I care about doing well — but I also care about staying connected to who I am: my family, my culture, and the version of success that actually fits me.
This blog is for anyone who wants honest stories, practical study notes, and a reminder that you don't have to shrink yourself to fit someone else's idea of a “serious” student.
If that resonates — you're in the right place.
Featured posts
Study tips, day-in-the-life pieces, and reflections — start here.
Lifestyle
Saturday morning, sixth form edition
A soft, honest day-in-the-life: errands, revision guilt, and the small wins that keep me grounded.
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A-Levels
The study routine that finally stuck
I used to copy everyone else's revision timetable. Here's what worked when I stopped pretending to be a robot.
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Explore by topic
Pick a lane — or read across all of them. Everything here connects back to the same journey.