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6 things I hated and 4 things I loved about living in Cairo, Egypt

2nd February 2018 21 Comments

I lived in Heliopolis, Cairo, for 6 months and that was enough time to learn that I probably would not like to live there again…

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Magical Gowns in New Cairo Backyard

2nd November 2017 No Comments

Nice to do something other than working and studying for a change…

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Running Around Cairo in Gorgeous Gowns

20th October 2017 No Comments

So I’m sharing a couple of photos from my photoshoot in Cairo a couple of weeks ago.

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Egypt: How I Rescued and Adopted a Street Cat

7th August 2017 10 Comments

So everyone who knows me knows I have a big heart for animals…

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A Year Older and Wiser: 6 Thoughts from a 24 Year Old

30th April 2017 2 Comments

Last week was my 24th birthday…

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Lifestyle, Paris

Cherry Blossom Season in Paris

5th April 2017 2 Comments

I have now seen Paris in all four seasons and spring is my absolute favourite.

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Lifestyle, Paris

New Year New Room

1st January 2017 No Comments

I got to decorate again, woo-hoo!

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November Nervous Breakdown

30th November 2016 2 Comments

Not such a cheerful title. Let me explain.

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Kertu Tenso

Estonian-born former Parisian living in Boston, United States. 💕 Feel free to follow me on my quest for infinite travelling. ✌🏻️

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📚7 simple ways to take a break during midterms📚⁣ ⁣ God knows that we all need a break every now and then. Exam seasons can be particularly stressful. I have been working until midnight or 1am every day, and not surprisingly, I have noticed a decline in my mental health. ⁣ ⁣ When I get very anxious and stressed I try to go outside for a run or walk. For example, I found this beautiful fall location on my run and decided to go back to capture this beautiful place on photos. 😊🍁⁣ ⁣ Here are 7 simple things to clear your head and reduce that stress a bit:⁣ ⁣ 1. Listen to a podcast during a walk⁣ 2. Eat something delicious⁣ 3. Take a long shower⁣ 4. Clean something⁣ 5. Run an errand⁣ 6. Write to someone⁣ 7. Make some herbal tea⁣ ⁣ What helps you during extremely stressful times?
👏🏼 YOU CANNOT GIVE 100% TO EVERYTHING YOU DO 👏🏼 YOU CANNOT GIVE 100% TO EVERYTHING YOU DO👏🏼⁣ ⁣ 👏🏼 YOU NEED TO PRIORITIZE 👏🏼⁣ ⁣ 👏🏼 NO - NOT EVERYTHING CAN BE EQUALLY IMPORTANT 👏🏼⁣ ⁣ 👏🏼 IT’S OKAY TO GIVE A LITTLE LESS ATTENTION TO THE THINGS IN THE BOTTOM OF THE PRIORITY LIST 👏🏼⁣ ⁣ 👏🏼 YOU ONLY HAVE 24 HOURS A DAY 👏🏼⁣ ⁣ That’s all I came here to say. Struggling to get these messages through my thick skull these days (I’m a total perfectionist) so I thought writing it down here helps me as well. ⁣ ⁣ Did I cry after one of my exams didn’t go as well as I planned? Yes. Did I suck it up once I realized it’s only 10% of the final grade so really, it’s not the end of the world and I have bigger things to worry about? YES. ⁣ ⁣ And off I go, 9 more midterm deadlines and T-6 days to get them done! ⌛️⁣ ⁣ PS. Don’t be fooled, I don’t look like this right now. This photo is from pre-midterm days.
I took this photo on my morning run today and I th I took this photo on my morning run today and I thought it came out beautiful - regardless of the rain - and I wanted to share it with you all. 😊🍂🍁⁣ ⁣ Happy Hump Day! I’m going to be prepping for my Thursday and Friday morning exams. Wish me luck.
Let’s talk MIDTERMS😱⁣ ⁣ I have 5 midterms Let’s talk MIDTERMS😱⁣ ⁣ I have 5 midterms coming up (including some really big exams), so balancing that on the side of other coursework (yes, professors still assign regular p-sets), VA research and my own research projects is pretty overwhelming to say the least.⁣ ⁣ So I wrote down 10 tips to survive this period:⁣ ⁣ 1. Make a midterm study schedule. 📆You’ll end up spending less time on studying when you follow a schedule.⁣ ⁣ 2. Change the scenery. 🌳When you get tired from studying at home, try the library or the public park. ⁣ ⁣ 3. Organize your materials. ✍🏻 I always like to consolidate the key points from each chapter into one document. ⁣ ⁣ 4. Disconnect. 📱I know it’s really tempting to check IG or FB on your phone. If you want to have a successful study session, put your phone away.⁣ ⁣ 5. Take breaks. 🏃🏼‍♀️Cramming for hours in a row just won’t work. Taking breaks (try walking, running, stretching) will improve your cognitive functioning and memory. ⁣ ⁣ 6. Give your brain some good food. 🍓🥑 I know very well how it’s tempting to just eat junk during this time but your brain will thank you if you make a small effort. Try foods like walnuts, berries, coffee, avocado, and dark chocolate. ⁣ ⁣ 7. Listen to classical music. 🎶Classical music has shown to reduce stress and improve brain activity. For example, studies have shown that listening to classical music enhances one’s ability to solve puzzles. Nature music will work as well. ⁣ ⁣ 8. Don’t skimp on sleep. 😴 You might be tempted to study well into the night but it will likely negatively affect your performance during the exam. ⁣ ⁣ 9. Reward yourself. 🥳 When you’ve successfully followed your study plan, don’t be afraid to reward yourself with something nice like a hot bath or a fun tv show. Try to schedule it for the end of the day. ⁣ ⁣ 10. Stay positive. 🙏🏻The best thing you can do before the exam is to sleep well, eat well, and go into it calm. And remember, even if you don’t get an A, it’s not the end of the world.
☀️🌿Go outside 🌿☀️⁣ ⁣ It’s midt ☀️🌿Go outside 🌿☀️⁣ ⁣ It’s midterm season and I’m studying most of this weekend. 👩🏼‍🏫⁣ ⁣ I know it’s tempting to stay indoors the during midterms. However, it’s really beneficial to go on short walks or be otherwise physically active. ⁣ ⁣ Studies have linked taking walks to increased happiness and improved focus and memory. Moreover, it can help us feel less tired and boost our energy. ☀️⁣ ⁣ Did you do something fun and active this weekend? ⁣
Want to take a break? DO IT. Want to go on that hi Want to take a break? DO IT. Want to go on that hike? DO IT. ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ I fell behind my coursework because I took some time off this past weekend. I was nervous about it at first and had to work until midnight the following days to make up for it. ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ HOWEVER. Do I regret going? Absolutely not! I don’t want to spend the second half of my 20s ONLY sitting behind my desk and coding. ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ Yes, I’m a PhD student but I’m also a human being, I’m allowed to (and really supposed to) enjoy my youth and make memories. And so are you! ⁣ ⁣ 📸First pic by me and my friends. Swipe for second pic by the talented @takhawaja
Raise your hand if you’re so busy with school/wo Raise your hand if you’re so busy with school/work that you often don’t have time to make breakfast? 👋🏼⁣ ⁣ I’m definitely guilty of it. I also don’t feel very hungry in the morning so making a full-blown meal is just not going to happen.⁣ ⁣ That’s why I was happy when @evive_usa reached out to me and asked me to try their vegan and organic smoothies. #ad⁣ ⁣ I tried them out and here‘s what I loved:⁣ ⁣ 🧡 They are blender free. I have a tiny kitchen so I don’t have space for another appliance. Also, I don’t like doing the dishes so that’s perfect for me. ⁣ 🧡 They take virtually no time to prepare. Just pop the cubes in a mason jar or shaker, let it sit for 20 min, shake and there you have it. I usually shower and get ready during the 20 min so no time is wasted. ⁣ 🧡 There are no extra added sugars in these smoothies (you’d be surprised how many do).⁣ 🧡 They’re using sustainable packaging. The wheels and shipping box are from a recyclable material, and the insulating liner is compostable. ⁣ ⁣ If you want to give them a try use my code: kertutenso10 to get $10 off your first order and get a free Evive shaker. ⁣ ⁣ ✨ Do you like smoothies? ✨⁣ ⁣ @evivesmoothie #getmorefromlife PS. I’m using a reusable straw.
PhD Myth #2: “PhDs are nerds with no personal li PhD Myth #2: “PhDs are nerds with no personal life” 👉🏼 Who’s a nerd? You mean an intellectual? Either way, that’s a compliment. PhD students are just really passionate about research and learning how the world works. 👉🏼 An average PhD takes 4-6 years so you must really love what you’re studying in order to finish it. 👉🏼 It can be hard to balance personal life and research but it is definitely possible. There may be periods where we have to commit 100% but usually the balance is for us to set. Believe it or not, there are even some PhD students who take the weekends off. *insert unicorn emoji* 👉🏼 I have hobbies and interests outside of school and work and so do many other PhD students. And most PhD students also have healthy friendships and relationships *gasp*!
Instagram vs reality ⁣ ⁣ How’s your week goi Instagram vs reality ⁣ ⁣ How’s your week going? I can’t wait for this week to be over already. 😤 Work is not going as smoothly as usual.
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