Sign up for Notion here: ntn.so/studytosuccess02 My notion templates: Honeysuckle cottage: polite-wrinkle-5d3.notion.site/Honeysuckle-Cottage-1-767c8a36ec4a410c8afde214639c6307 Essay planner template: polite-wrinkle-5d3.notion.site/essay-planner-2-9a5ff5b68480430f8cf662bce3e93a10 hey guys!! So this is actually part 1 of my "overrated studytube trends" series: the next one will cover all the most popular stationery products (I'll basically compare pens, highlighters, notebooks, etc) and say which ones are the best and which ones aren't really worth the hype, and the third one will be about the most popular study methods (pomodoro, Cornell note taking, apps and timers, etc)! As always, these are my personal opinions based on my own experiences and time as a studytuber, so take everything with a grain of salt hehe :) I tried to give both sides of each argument for and against the trends so you could get an objective view! Hope you enjoy this video and find it helpful!!:) P.S. My main point in this whole video is that for some people cute notes and stationery are motivating and bring them joy, and for some people they stress them out and discourage them. So ultimately there's no real "right or wrong" on any of these trends; it really 100% depends on you, where you're at in life right now, and what makes you happy! PPS. For my first point about the iPad Pro & under 18s, I meant it's really not ideal for students who go to in-person schools that don't allow iPads or digital devices at all (like mine did) and give paper handouts that you have to fill out and that can't be done in a digital format. Otherwise if you're allowed to use it / an online or homeschooled student / have lots of digital work then it definitely work for younger students too! :)
Wow, Estella you just posted this video 29 minutes ago but you already have 2k view and hundreds of like! I see that you are reaĺly doing a great job! You really inspire me Estella, keep up the good work!
I think the iPad was worth the investment but pretty notes usually slow me down and I don’t feel like I complete enough. I think you need to find what products or habits work for you ☺️
same here, for me it was 1000x worth the investment! And I've also found that doing a balance of sometimes pretty and sometimes just completely straightforward with almost nothing fancy works for me the best :) It really just depends on the class / day xD
yeah I agree but like u gotta admit that doodling in your notes is fun I leave spaces for the doodling and in my study breaks I doodle in that space it's better than scrolling thru your phone I suppose
Great topic! I think everyone needs to find what works for them and stick to it. Just because one thing works well for someone else, that doesn't mean it will necessarily work for you. Good luck everyone in whatever you are studying! Work hard and believe in yourself. You are capable of anything you set your mind to 😀❤️
If i'm being honest it's the first time i saw someone in the studytube community talking about this matter with so much details and honesty. Thank you for the great tips
For me, making pretty/aestheic notes help me out a lot! During an exam I could just imagine the page and immediately recall everything in my Brain. During lectures there is literally no time to take pretty notes because the professor literally spits out everything like a machine so after coming back from school I summarize the lecture notes in my own words and make them pretty! I think the iPad was worth the investment, but the thing is if you don't have other apple devices such as the MacBook and the iPhone I can just take a screenshot on my Mac and have it on my iPad using air drop.
this would make a good argumentative essay. Since i go to an online school I have and ipad and mechanical keyboard (so soothing), but just a reminder all you need is a pen, paper, and source of input and ur good to go! thanks Estella for making this vid!
hehe very true! And yeah I think if you're in online school (like me and you) then iPads and mechanical keyboards can be a lot more helpful than if you're on campus and can't use or bring one!:)
I am an Indian too~▪︎ But guess what? Here in our area , though people actually prioritize studying and Job more than anything, they just hand us, children rupees (Indian money) or any dress or sweets during festivals... I mean~▪︎ It's not like i hate them... but what I actaully want is-- people sharing study materials and stationaries with each other ~▪︎ You are really lucky that you are living I such a nice area where the gifts include stationary stuffs~▪︎♡Loads of love... and Namaste zoo!~▪︎♡
@@Swati_Modak yes even I sometimes need study material and stationary as gifts coz when relatives gives us money, our mom either take Or not let us spent our money so i think people need to understand that there are many kids who like stationary as gifts to :)
I totally agree with everything you mentioned! I have the iPad Air 4 and It is the best! However I do think that the paper-like screen protector is overrated because it is so expensive and their are cheaper ones with better quality on amazon. I use one from amazon as an artist and i love it it helps me draw on the iPad so much better! Love your videos!
Perfect Video! I feel Like the most overrated studytube trend is the Stationary hauls and other Notebooks, Stick notes, Color Pencils, Sketch Pens etc. Because, It is simple an overrated amount of Stationery To get creative and beautiful notes, I think having a basic amount of stationary to get you through all your Notes, School Activities, Art and etc. Is just going to be enough. Great Video, Waiting for more 😄❤
yay glad you liked it!! and I think stationery hauls (or hauls in general) are fine if they're clearly for giveaways or going to be donated after; otherwise I think it can be a bit awkward if somebody's having an enormous haul every other month just for themselves xD
I honestly realized after a while and after this video was investing in an iPad for just note-taking is too much for an hs student, and that I agree it's better for someone who needs like so much note taking and in hs I wouldn't fill note-taking that much
this is soo true. Like in my pencil case, I have some sturdy pens, a PLAIN YELLOW HIGHLIGHTER, a pencil, an eraser, and maybe some whiteout, and I get straight A's. All it is is hard work, not aesthetic supplies.
I really like the way how Estella handled Bullet Journal quitting and I think what she said was so true, you can find a bullet journal method for you and decorate it your way 🎇✨
for me i take pretty notes in class, but i usually go with simple titles, like plain calligraphy, or all capital letters with mono-line, it usually only takes like 10 seconds. it helps me keep my notes more organized because i feel more motivated to write down everything and fill the space. it makes it more fun overall, like if i had a messy tittle i wouldn’t really put much effort into doing the rest of the notes, and if i didn’t put effort i might not be able to review the notes
I love what you did for the Bujos! I started one way back in college to try and organize myself and be all cute and stuff BUT I tried to follow what other people were doing with theirs. Not only did it stress me out when my pages didn’t look like their pages, but I hardly used it because it was too much work. So I quit on it. Fast forward to February of last year and I decided to start up again. I got a new; much cheaper, book and worked out my pages on some junk paper. Again I tried too hard and got a little burnt out, but then I was like, why am I making pages that have a bazillion things to draw up/fully color/about things I wouldn’t use? So I just made super simplistic pages and a lot fewer for each month. I also let myself skip full months where I just didn’t feel like making pages. So I’m still going strong with my journal and it looks SO different from what ai restarted with in February 2021!!! TLDR: just do what you want and try your best not to get upset over small mistakes.
Yes, I’m happy for you. Bullet journaling is a really difficult thing for people who simply don’t have as much time and copying others just doesn’t work for you because your lifestyle is very different. You should find out what you like and match them with the things you need. You’ll end up having your own personal style and not stress about trying to fit on a shoe that simply isn’t yours.
You are completely correct. The initiative to study for some of us is internal. Also, it isnt bad to want to have pretty things around because they make us feel very good too. Regardless, thank you for your videos!
Thank you for clarifying this topic. I think many of us tell ourselves that we need to have an aesthetic study journal, desk, lifestyle, etc. Thank you very much for giving me motivation to become a better student. Sending lots of love~~~
okay i never clicked so fast on a video and never got a notification not two days ago for a video of you! so happy to be early this time! im very excitet for this video
So glad you said this out loud especially the esthetic bujo and notetaking used to stress me out so much and finally realizing it's not a necessity but all about what works for us☺✨
tbh aesthetic notes have helped me get better grades because the prettier it looks the more I retain and go back and revise, and my teacher approves of my notetaking. my handwriting has also improved a lot when I started using this method. though, I have friends who take way better notes than me yet still don't get grades as good as mine, so I guess good notetaking isn't the only factor to good notes.
Just watching this video gets me excited to go study. Thanks Stella! I currently have all A’s in grad school so far! As someone who never had these grades in high school or for the most part of undergrad I’m very happy I started watching your channel 🥺
I love your new "way" of creating content. You sound more confident and more comfortable.Thank you for the tips. I hope you reach 2 million before the end of the year 💕
Writing with pen on paper builds longer lasting muscle memory, they are not distractive and also not harmful for our eyes. Tablets are better option for in class quick note taking but for home work and revision work : pen, pencil & paper are the best option.
Amazing. Can we just appreciate all the time she puts into her videos. Kudos I agree with you all the way since bullet journaling can get a bit hard at times, and doing bullet journaling with notion is much easier. Once again great job Estella!!
For me cute notes and stationary is a plus point .It always encourage me and helps me in making my notes beautiful and whenever I have to revise or read the written notes I'll always happily do that 💜💜
I've not been feeling motivated and ho to study , but your videos are so aesthetic and they encourages/motivate me to study. You r a Queen , Estella Queen🦸♀️
Vid finally came!!!! Thank you Estella, ready to dive in and watch this ✨ colourfilled ✨ exciting vid! OMFG I ABSOLUTELY LOVE THE MARCH BULLET JOURNAL DESIGN 🍯
I really don't like when people talk bad about "aesthetic" study habits. I think they only become a problem when one feels like they have to have pretty notes and obsesses over their looks rather than their content. My notes definitely are not "aesthetic," but making pretty titles motivates me to study and gives me more confidence. I know that I don't really have the time to make all of my notes pretty, and I generally end up with a lot of arrows on my page. The hate for pretty stuff happens with planners, too. I remember in my freshman year of college a guy made a point of approaching me and telling me that the washi tape in my planner was useless. Like, okay? Then don't use it
Hi hi college student here who organises with bullet journals! The thing brought up about unnecessary spreads is true, and there are ways to find out what is right for you even when you are a newcomer. A bujo does not have to be consistent, hence the beauty of the system. I have a spread in mine called “revision” and it’s for me to take notes each month on what spreads worked, what didn’t, improvements in the order in which I drew my spreads, how much I ended up using my journal, what things in my life would I like to add to my bujo and then make the necessary changes when I make the spreads for next month. Start with a template from someone else, slowly then filter out or add spreads to your liking and make it yours. No one will or has to see your bujo. I have never shown mine on the internet and have felt proud of it. Stickers are definitely a good alternative if you can’t draw or don’t have the time to. Don’t use time decorating, use time organising. Like a standard planner, if you don’t organise in it, it’s still useless. You don’t have to fill in all the fancy trackers and even studytubers have admitted that they at times don’t fill in their trackers. It’s okay. Also, I honestly don’t think in this day and age that anyone ONLY uses a bujo. The traditional medium is nice for me because I get to feel proud of something I made, it doesn’t run out of battery (my curse) and it’s compatible with things I use like sticky notes or those random notepad papers I slip into mine when in a pinch or receiving business cards. But to fit into my studies and work, I have opted to digitalise some trackers I need into digital spreads on notion. They look in essence like the ones in my bujo but are just digital where I can have them on any device, paste links and emails into, set phone reminders etc. That’s where I organise my YT, University work and digital media volunteer work, the most important stuff. Oh and never underestimate the use of a small brain dump page. Having a messy random notes or doodles corner helps keep the rest neat and tidy. Conclusion: Bujo isn’t art. It’s a form of organisation. You can decorate a bujo only if you want to and have time. No one has to see your bujo. Find ways to simplify your bujo and adapt it slowly to your life and needs. You don’t have to use only a bujo, use it along with other tools to better your life, take all the advantages and none of the drawbacks by diversifying, simplifying and adapting. And finally, a messy journal is still a beautiful handcrafted journal.
Listen, I am 40 years old and hate how loaded I am with work. But I get motivated with all the colors, organization and all the stuff people say unnecessary 😅 Love your video, they keep me motivated ❤️
Hey Estella, I would just like to say I love your videos, I can’t stop watching them!! I think a video on the concept of missing out on class for whatever reason and how to approach a gigantic pile of missed study would be immensely helpful. I also think this is fitting because a lot of people are falling ill as a result of contacting COVID 19. I really do hope you consider this idea!! Thank you so much for taking the time to edit and film these videos as I am sure you have been an inspiration to many people (especially me) Someone I know has commenced university again after the lengthy time of ten years and your videos have really helped her feel comfortable with study again. I love your concepts and your channel, good luck with the rest of the school year!! ❤️❤️ Edit: OMG thx so much for replying!!
wow that's amazing that someone you know is going back to uni after 10 years- wishing her all the best!!:D And I think that topic could definitely tie into a "how to stop procrastinating" video since it's ties into the feeling of being overwhelmed by too much work; I could definitely do a vid like that!:)
For the people like me who want to have a tablet for digital notetaking, but absolutely despise apple products (hello fellow android users): I recommend the *Samsung Tab S6 Lite* ! (Or any Samsung tablet that comes with a pen tbh). It's waaaay cheaper than an ipad, runs on android, comes with a pen so you don't need to buy it seperately, and it works really well!! :) The S6 Lite is perfect if you just want to take notes, but there's also more "heavy" versions in the tab line that can do more if you're an artist, want to do heavy editing (light editing is fine on the s6 lite) or need it for work etc~
I was waiting so so much for Estella's videos....I love them so much💖... Those are giving me motivation like no one.... Yes, Estella has something magical😇🤭☺
personally, pretty notes are very effective for me, because they motivate me to study and i can do it pretty quick. some tips for simple but aesthetic notetaking are only using a pen (i use muji) and some highlighters/markers (i use mildliners) although this is not for everyone and you certainly dont need this for good grades, i dont think its overrated
for me personnally... I prefer like sorta aestehtic in a way but like pretty and neat notes because they make me enjoy studying and all... always stick to what works for you!
I was not up for studying today, until I saw your video in my recommendation!! Started watching your videos for a few 30 minutes and then I just said “lets study!!”, your aesthetic is so calming and amazing!! I love ur channel ;333
5:52 Omg what the heck, it's me! 😂 Thank you for saying I summed it up well, Estella! It 100% varies from person to person, and someone with """"messy"'"" notes (heavy quotes there) can have the exact grades as someone with pretty, aesthetic, and colorful notes. I didn't mention this is my original comment, but another point to make with that is that some of us who used to struggle with studying are finding it easier *thanks to* the whole aesthetic-ness trend. I'm autistic, and a lot of us neurodivergent people heavily struggle to accomplish tasks that we aren't actively passionate about or interested in. Making my daily readings, notes, and assignments something that I look forward to has really shot up my grades. It's less "wow taking beautiful perfect notes will give you beautiful perfect grades". Its more that turning studying into something that I actively enjoy has made me actually do my schoolwork for far more hours of my day. Anyways, there's another spiel nobody asked me for 🤭 Thank you again for putting my comment in your video! (You're my favorite youtuber, so needless to say i texted all my friends about it lol)
hehe yep it's you!!xD And aw thank youuuuu, that's so cool that you texted your friends about it!!:D I also absolutely agree with your point that the "aesthetic notes" trend can actually help and motivate people rather than stress them out and make studying more fun- I had a period just after high school where I felt completely burned out from studying but once I started making my notes look cooler it helped me get back into it and finally enjoy it again!:) I have a family member who's autistic as well and struggles with focus/school, and I know fun apps & visuals have helped him a lot too. Thanks so much for all your detailed comments and support!!
Estella, would you recommend digital note-taking for high school students? I personally prefer it being digital, cuz I don't really have much stationery and I prefer "pretty" notes. But if I needed to spend money on it, should I do digital notes? thank you so much if you reply :)))
If you're homeschooled / doing online school / your school lets you bring an iPad then it can be worth it! The main reason why I mentioned it's not the best for under 18s is because a lot of middle or high schools just don't let you use an iPad/digital devices and they give you paper homework handouts that you have to fill in by hand. I also just don't want younger students who don't have jobs yet or can't afford one to feel like they're left out or behind if they don't have an iPad. If you're like me though an everything is virtual or you don't have restrictions like that, then you can definitely go for it!!:)
Estella, you are the best RU-vidr ever, I really appreciate all the work you do to make such amazing videos for us, you are a truly amazing person who has made a big positive impact on my life… like, a HUGE impact. It is very fun to watch your videos and they ALWAYS make my day 20x better than than it is. Thank you for all the amazing videos you have made so far, I look forward to seeing more😊
Thank you Estella for always motivating me and others. Before, I didn’t like studying or following a routine. Im so grateful that I came across your channel. Now my life’s turned uphill cuz of you. Take love~ ♡♡
When I take notes I like to use some colors and I like to make my notes pretty, personally because it kinds of want to make me study more. But it kinds of take too much time and effort, so I mostly use boxes for important things and make some word/sentence bigger. And it still helps in in studying.
Personally the iPad was a great investment for me. I’m in 10th grade and I’m homeschooled, we also don’t have a printer. Since I can’t print out my worksheets, it makes it easy to download them and then write on them. I also like to use it for mobile gaming, it also has a lot of storage so it is perfect for that. It’s also good for pulling up recipes in the kitchen.
yeeeeeeeeeesssssss she posted LETS GOOOOOOO!!! sorry a bit too excited, I have been waiting for soooooolong and she POSTED yaaaay!! Great vid!!! Can't wait for the study with meeee!
i already have an ipad air 4- i got it for christmas since digital art is one of my many passions! i have juvenile arthritis, and it hurts to write on paper most of the time- i figured out my ipad is the perfect thing to take notes on! i don't have a paperlike screen protector, it messes with my sensory issues. i find the smooth screen easier on my hand when i'm writing, anyway! if i was just using it for school, it wouldn't be worth the money. i'm using it for art too, but if you're not, it's not super life changing. just makes my life a tiny bit easier
Omg! No doubt you are the best! It’s so great to see your videos and I owe you a big thank you! Since I have started seeing your videos my study has gone to another level. I have seen so much improvements in me. Thank you study to success for all that inspiration you’ve given me and I am definitely looking forward to seeing more of your amazing videos. I must say you are my role model. Wish I could share my success with you but I’d like to take a step back and thank you for everything that you’ve helped me with.
My notes are neat and I love to do something aesthetic, like with the same colours for the same topic, or using masking tape, black pen to write, midliners to highlight or for the titles, a coloured pen for the important words... I'm a visual and kinestesic learner so writing notes and having them neat helps me learn and makes me wanna watch them
From a new Notion user like me, the response I get from my habits after using it is a lot better tbh. I avoided it for a year and then just went for it. It's a lot easier with a template too. I spent 2 days to get a grip and it's my buddy now to dump every, everrrrry task in it! ❤
I have ADHD, so having a stationary/study space does help me. I'm working on rearranging my bedroom to have my own work space. A clean and organized space puts me in a good mood to get things done.
So true, it doesn't mean if the thing is expensive, it's going to be good. If it's working well for someone that doesn't mean it's going to work well for you too because your and their needs/requirements are different.
I agree, I don't think any of these are overrated, it just so happens to keep trending because of the aesthetic and creativity it evolves to. Personally I think the money I spent on school supplies and alternatives to the branded items are WORTH IT!! My college set up is completely online and with my country's condition we're not going back anytime soon. Doing aesthetic notes anchors me and gives me the feeling that I'm in face to face classes. It also de-sensitize my brain, it calms me down in just taking my time and jotting down notes the way I want them while listening to a podcast or blasting my playlists. Its weird, it takes twice the time to compile lectures, but this is how I feel normal amidst this excruciating online set up. The bottomline, find what works for you!! It took me a long time before I find what fits my needs in doing BuJo. Don't pressure yourself in catching up with the trend that clashes with your study habits, but it doesn't hurt to try as you might find it advantageous to you or you might realize with a few tweaks its exactly what you need. So don't limit yourself without overloading too much. Love from a 2nd Year Industrial Engineering Student 💙💙💙
ahh I feel the exact same! I've been doing online school for my uni classes the past 2 years so cute notes/school supplies definitely make it more fun & calming :)
i think an iPad is the best for college, university. my sister who is in university got an ipad pro (5th gen) and she always has it with her. it’s honestly so helpful for her and she loves it, i definitely recommend getting an iPad for studying!😹
good info Estella. I think some people forget how individual studying and productivity can be. Products or trends can help you but not your friend and vice versa.
When I saw people taking pretty notes using stickers, highlighters etc etc., I became quite frustrated as my notes were umm a mess 😂..But now I have organized them to some extent and I've finally realized that pretty notes are not a necessity to get good grades. They just help to pay more attention. Anyways, I really appreciate your opinions on these topics. I've been really searching a video of this type for months now. Thanks a lot 💜
Thank you so much for motivating me with your videos. I hope your channel gets bigger and our big family gets bigger. Your channel is very soft and aesthetic. I love your channel!
great video as always Estella! I find that making my notes look pretty keeps me motivated because it's fun, even though it can be time consuming, it keeps me engaged and looking forward to study sessions
When it comes to notes, the ones i used to take in class used to(sometimes still do) look like dog shxt. My method to improve this is baisically to take kind of neatish notes with a normal black pen in class and then when i go thru them later, i "decorate" them like i under line the bold up the headers and underline the or highlight imp points and draw boxes around formulas and drawings. All in all slightly decorated notes do help me retain more info and do better in exams
It's so cool that you have so many things on your study table, I'm saving my money so I could buy stuffs for my study table hehe. You're such an inspiration for me
i’m in middle school and i love using my ipad at school! it helps a lot in math and spanish because the large packets are hard to carry around and it saves paper! i also use it to just take notes
Hi estella...when i first watched your channel i really love how you put too much effort for a video... im very happy because when im too unproductive i have someone to study with me by watching your videos "study with me". I always loved your set up for your study place it makes me keep motivated, relaxed and productive. 😍😍🥰 i absolutely love your videos.
For me, my notes are in the middle of "pretty" and "traditional". This is because I don't try to make it look fancy, but I try to make it look neat. I want it to be so that I can understand what I'm reading along with the different parts of it, instead of having to decipher a bunch of scribbly letters on a page. Dividing it into paragraphs or sections definitely helps. As for the pretty part, I do sometimes use colors, which can also make reading it easier (like color coding). Plus, some people do like to decorate their work, and I believe that you will do something better or put more effort into it if it's something you enjoy.
