a REALISTIC week as a 4th year medical student (whilst boards studying) | Rachel Southard

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[@RachelSouthard]

This is probably my favorite video to this date--shows the reality of boards studying (how miserable it is), balancing other tasks while board studying, stress, frustration. (Plus i edited it nicely if i do say so myself hehe). ALSO! If you disagree with any part of this video (the end of it), i respectfully ask that you keep your comments respectful to both myself and others who may not agree with you. This is a safe space to share our own opinions and thoughts, but I ask that they stay respectful. Enjoy! :)

[@amplemedicallectures]

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[@Corvusenca_20]

All that studying, yet you still remember to water your houseplants? I'm only in high school but that's hard enough for me now lol. My dream is to be a doctor or a veterinarian, but i don't know if i could handle medical school-it's been eye opening but also encouraging to see what it's like on a deeper level through these videos. Thanks for sharing!!

[@JCResDoc94]

*gr8 stuff! if i dont scroll past in a few wks, good luck dude!* @ least step1 is over (tho i guess that matrs less than it use to). & servers going down during a study block: so bad. whr are any of us wo an internet connection. -JC

[@genericusername9097]

I can't believe Rachel is a 4th year medical student already 0_0 I remember watching her when she first started in first year

[@RachelSouthard]

I can’t believe it either 😭 y’all have really grown up with me.

[@bualaearley8439]

I knooooowwwwwww!!!! Crazy right?! I remember her MCAT journey... Dang that's crazy!!!! 💕

[@waterfirelord]

WHST IT"S 4 YEAR READY FUCK

[@amplemedicallectures]

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[@reenasingh6275]

I remember that too!

[@jaylalewis8184]

RACHEL congratulations I think it’s funny your a fourth year bc I started watching you the end of my 9th grade year of high school. In a way I feel like we’ve been through our four years together. In a month I will start college as a pre-med which is very exciting!! I wish you the best🫶🏽☺️

[@srabanidasgupta3234]

Super relatable. Can't even recall how many times we have to study with no sleep and a throbbing headache as med students. The mental breakdowns, the constant fear of failure, the feeling of not being good enough and all the dark sides of this profession sometimes do make us question "Is it worth it in the end?" I hope it is :)

[@RachelSouthard]

it'll be worth it :)

[@chloe_3787]

I (a middle school education major) just stumbled upon your channel, and have been watching a few videos. I was not expecting the end of this one. Thank you for talking about it and being vulnerable. The progression of trying to explain how you’re feeling to just devolving into tears is something I think so many women can relate to right now. It’s nice to see other, normal people just like me, cry.

[@nylagaston1418]

Believe it or not I actually enjoy these grind vlogs more than the regular ones. I am working full time and studying computer science full time so seeing that I am not alone on this grind is refreshing!

[@butterpecanrican_]

I feel the same way! Seeing someone else have no life because of school helps lol. I also work full-time while being a full-time student and all I ever do in my "free time" is schoolwork. Hang in there, we won't be in school forever!

[@nylagaston1418]

@@butterpecanrican_ sending you the strength to keep going!

[@deedeee6271]

The secret to your vlogging success, to me at least: relatability. Even though I am not a med student (yet), I can truly relate to every part of this vlog, the emotions, the fear, the disappointment, the fatigue...all of it. All the best!

[@anavalenzuela3223]

I love how you balance things. I think you've come a long way! Way to go!

[@esmeraldagallegos6657]

Love watching your journey rachel!! You're an inspiration!

[@meagan2867]

I LOVED this video, thank you Rachel! Hang in there, you got this 💪🏼💗

[@drjennale]

For some reason KZbin stopped putting your videos on my feed! 😑 but you’re almost there! Forth year is arguably the best after residency. So proud of you ❤️

[@RachelSouthard]

Thank you Dr. Le

[@maithali8853]

I still can’t believe this, time flies! I’ve been watching and following you since the MCAT video!

[@nsquaredmd]

Oh how time flies! It seemed like it was just yesterday when I started watching your MCAT videos. Your journey has been really inspirational while I was going through the process myself. Thank you for being so raw, honest, and vulnerable with us in both your journey and what you stand for. 💜

[@ghadamajid5760]

You really show how stressful our lives as medical students can be! You made me feel that I’m not alone in this and gave me so much motivation to finish my finals ! Thank you💖

[@luckystcr]

I’m so proud of how far you’ve become. Wishing you the best.

[@diaabiy]

Oh my gosh Rach I just love to see your journey and see another sister win, your amazing and you have a bright future,wishing you strength and don’t ever give up, much much love from an Ethiopian medical student living in Europe 🥰❤️

[@emanghawanmeh8460]

I have been watching your videos since first year and it’s unbelievable how time flies! so proud of you Rachel ❤️

[@chantillyyakes7714]

Probably my favorite vlog of you this far Rachel. You are so incredible and so real. Thank you for what you do and best of luck on boards. You WILL do amazing.

[@ritaestephan]

🥵 WOOHOO!! So excited to watch this vlog! From getting through ochem last year to MCAT studying this summer, you and your videos never fail to motivate and inspire me. So excited to continue watching your journey and see you become the best OBGYN ever 🥳

[@tripuravosuri7845]

i remember watching you back when you were an MS-1 and I was in highschool. it's crazy that you're already a 4th year and i'm already applying to medical school next cycle. love this herd! love our growth! keep pushing rachel!

[@ninal2098]

13:01 felt that stress cleaning bit 😭😭 whenever im in a study funk sometimes i just clean my surroundings because it helps me feel more productive. loved this vlog btw i know you’re going to do great !! 💜

[@inexorablehan3823]

Yayyy my favorite girl is doing her best so effortlessly, love you Southerd❤

[@brennalynn6883]

I believe in you! You will be an amazing doctor and I’m so happy I have you as a role model in my life. You’ve got this!! ❤️❤️

[@itssangiex]

as someone who is on a similar period as you for boards, this video honestly has validated my emotions so much. it's so haaaaaaard to be studying all day for an exam(s) that decide your career. sending you much love and strength and you can do this!!! 💛

[@annabellehelin7716]

omggg this video helped me SO much im currently studying my BUTT off for some finals i have this week for the first summer semester and I’ve not felt motivated to do anything ALL WEEK and just knowing that im not alone in my lack of motivation and the dread of sitting in front of the computer for 5 more hours is just so comforting 😭😭

[@christellesalomon]

Love this new living situation for you; even though you are stressed, your heart seems so much lighter and happier! And thanks for talking about the important stuff! Excited to know a future Ob/Gyn that I know will support what's best for her patients!!!

[@sierravaillancourt2012]

Thank you so much for this video, Rachel! I’m having a really hard time studying for the course I’m taking right now and this made me feel less alone! Seeing you persevere inspired me :)

[@cassidywhite7859]

I remember watching you as a freshman in college right when you got into med school… now I’m getting ready to start med school in 2 weeks! Craziness!

[@luizawitte1656]

I remember finding Rachel’s videos when I was applying for MedSchool, she was on her first year. Now I’m a second year med student and she’s a 4th year, that’s so crazy. I truly feel like I’ve been throught all of this with her. Thank you for sharing your history, your doubts, your feelings, dreams and goals with us, it really helped me to keep going!

[@satyamsharma9273]

All of those hardwork payed of ..... and more are yet to come.... Its soo satisfying to see you every week .... giving you every possible things you could do .... THANKU YOU DARLA 💜

[@jaljal2913]

I remember watching you when I was in my first year, now I’m 4th year of out of 6 year program and wow time really does fly by quickly. Best of luck to us both on our journey!

[@dialgapalkia7854]

I took level 2 and step 2 within the past week. What you felt and said during this video is so relatable. You got this fellow DO colleague, best of luck!

[@misssoandso]

Go Rachel! You can do this! Not too long ago, I was watching your videos while studying for my board exam. Your videos on Anki and daily habits really helped me stay focused. I passed! Go Rachel! I also foam roll my back daily, to keep it healthy and to prevent neck/shoulder pain. I used two tennis balls in a sock method to foam roll. I use it on the back of my neck too, helps me reduce tension, especially for temporal headaches.

[@leliawatamaniuk3326]

You're doing great. This is a finite period, you're killing it. Also, I love the music in this video!

[@reema9773]

I cannot believe itttt I’ve been around for all 4 yrs now and I feel proud of u!!!

[@andreammoreno5883]

LOVE U OMG ❤ having such a stressful week and seeing this made me feel better 🥺🥺 depression=cured

[@ctdd2536]

Wow. What a beautifull end made with respect and from the heart!! Nice video and a lot of success with the exams!!

[@RachelSouthard]

Thank you🥺♥️

[@chetsijoshi6560]

Really excited to watch this one! Your videos are so authentic...Waiting for this one to premiere soon!

[@RachelSouthard]

It’s a solid one. Very very very raw and real, like every video but this one is just different lol

[@arigrande2647]

So excited for this!!! ❤️❤️

[@fernandebranch1699]

It was a great video Rachel. You are showing us the dedication that is required. You will cross the finish line. Take breaks as you study and go in taking the test knowing that you did everything you could do to prepare. We are proud of you!

[@RachelSouthard]

Thank you🥺♥️

[@beautybetic8868]

You motivated me to go back to school this year. You’re such an inspiration!

[@brendah9948]

I cannot express how proud the Herd is of you! Hoping you get to enjoy this last year in med school so that you have a lifetime of nostalgia. Sending you so much love and good vibes 💛 Happy studying!

[@RachelSouthard]

Ugh my heart. thank you

[@taylordeville8870]

Oooo girl you had me crying at the end! I’m in Australia so lucky our healthcare system has a different stance on things. Just want to say as per usual you’re inspiring and make me so motivated to keep going xx

[@andreammoreno5883]

cried with you🥺 we love you and are so proud of you, thank you for being realistic during times of intense stress and making me feel like these feelings are valid. this will all pay off!!!❤️

[@RachelSouthard]

love you

[@ejdias4992]

So raw and sooo good! Loved this video💗💗

[@preciousn2774]

Rachel all the work that you are putting in will be worth it ☺ you inspire me 🥰

[@jocelyncortez4755]

I can’t believe it’s your fourth year! Been here the entire ride. Graduated PA school last year and I remember studying along with your videos!

[@outdoorswithroostercurrie6984]

Rachel my son is a 2nd. year at VCOM and I’m so very proud of him and you too. I started watching your videos the beginning of your first year. I told him about your KZbin Channel so he could watch your videos to help him along his journey. I look forward to seeing more of your videos and your continued journey as well.

[@jasminebaste848]

Good luck on boards soon!!! we’re all rooting for you!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@normallgirll]

OMG YOU ARE SUCH AN INSPIRATION RACHEL! LOVE U SO MUCH GIRL

[@RachelSouthard]

Thank you fam!!

[@HelloMoto_]

Proud of you! You are almost there!

[@ashfair3913]

This is crazy! I started watching you in your first year when it was my first year of nursing school! Crazy! So proud :)

[@breno910]

Proud of you ! Keep going 😊

[@stevepndn3782]

Great vlog! Rough week but it'll only make you stronger!!

[@priyanka1865]

All of your hardwork is going to pay off!!!!!! 💯💯❤

[@MarianaPatela]

Hi, Rachel! I remember your vlogs in year 1, can’t believe you’re a final year student already! I’m going into my last year as well (i’m portuguese and med school here is 6 years , my 5th year season ends in about a week). And then we have an exam after year 6 to pretty much rank us for “match”. Hope your final year is great!🎉

[@sanskriti_barua]

I’ve been feeling pretty blah recently regarding my medical education and had no inspiration to pursue this whatsoever. But this vlog changed me, I swearrr. I can feel my body wishing to study again ‘cause of you and the possibility that I’m not alone & I’ve many career opportunities infront of me like even settling down in the US & being a doctor there like you. So, thank you. ❤️‍🔥 please keep doing these vlogs even if you sit in that chair the entire time. It’s okay and we all love you. Red ant forever. 🐜✊🏼🫀

[@mariaileanamacapagat7929]

🥵🥵🥵 anyways, as a pre-med student, u really inspire me so much rachel. thank you for existing!!! ❤️

[@RachelSouthard]

Love you 🥵🥵🥵😉

[@soph-ology]

you go rachel!!! you can do hard things❤️

[@michelleannaaao]

You are a ROCKSTAR baby. Keep it up. Your patients will be blessed to have you as their physician.

[@RachelSouthard]

Thank you Michelle

[@alexahdz8328]

Can't believe this is your fourth year, I remember watching you on your first year, now I just finished my third year of med school, let's goo you got this

[@pokemonlover6639]

Wow giving you the biggest congrats!!!!!!!! I can't belive you are already a 4th year! I started watching you freshmen year of highschool and now I will be going into senior year!!! Wow how time passes by. I will be going to collage next year and will be going pre med too!! I'm so exited!

[@paolamedina3170]

I’m a nursing student about to enter my Senior year of college!! I’ve followed your journey since I started freshman year and was your 1st year, so excited seeing you grow! ☺️

[@reenasingh6275]

Me too! Nursing senior

[@swapnilsingh1495]

Omg! Can’t wait to get start with an amazing weekend and consume all that good stuff…by watching amazing persons vlog ❤️

[@RachelSouthard]

Awh love you 🥹♥️

[@lissarose123]

love you Rachel💛 us women need each other more than ever after that supreme court ruling. sending you so much love, strength, and motivation🫶

[@margaridadacostacorreiapin2819]

I relate to this video in a ridiculous level ahaha waking up tired... 10min naps to save the day... finding motivation where it does not exist ahaha days go by and all I do is study... med school is hard boards are harder ahah. Good luck!! You're the prove that working hard pays off. Lezz goooo

[@ambermilazzo3284]

Rachel I am praying for u! God will help you get through it!!! LOVE YOU 😘 !!!!

[@RachelSouthard]

Love you amber ty!

[@EllesTVV]

Following you along as I study for the MCAT. Testing September 10th! Rachel, I remember when you were starting your first year. I was a freshman in college. Now I’m an incoming senior and you’re in your 4th year! I am so so proud of you. You’re so inspiring. Keep it up!!!🫶🏾

[@philoaviaticus]

You must get sleep for test….critical…good luck

[@zahrakiani8210]

OMG!! I am study hard for one of my premed courses that I do not have enough time for that so tomorrow is the test, and today I have been very scared and not just my normal so as usual I watched one of your videos dueirng my study break, which was this one and helped me a lot to remember all people who hard work will get the pay off and this journey needs a lot of patients and strength and endurance so THANK YOU SO MUCH SWEET RACHEL for making this video!!!

[@Wholeheartedly_Vani]

Hang in there, honey! I am so proud of you, Rach.

[@mcqueendroid]

Wow, I cant believe you are on your fourth year of your medical residency. I started following you back in 2018, I think you had 29k followers at the time. Look at you now! SO proud of your tenacity, how far you’ve come, and how far you are going to go. HANG IN, STAY IN THERE, YOU GOT THIS!

[@RachelSouthard]

insane. Thank you so much for sticking with me

[@aliciad0429]

Hi Rachel! I can relate to your boards studying stress. I recently passed my RN licensing exam so I’m sending you good exam juju ✨❤️

[@subarnamohanty8268]

You are an inspiration ❤️

[@sumayyarehman99]

Hi Rachel, just wanted to say I love you! ❤️

[@vanekahoskie249]

Thank you for this Rachel

[@sweasel1228]

I really enjoyed this video! Thank you for discussing Roe v. Wade. I am devastated about this as well and it helps to see that I'm not alone.

[@merelynmatias6217]

Taking my NCLEX in a week. Thank you for showing us everything. Can't wait to check in you next week. However it goes you have been a constant inspiration through prereqs, nursing school, and studying for boards. I know you will do well and you deserve every bit of success and happiness.

[@RachelSouthard]

I hope it went well!!

[@merelynmatias6217]

@@RachelSouthard I passed!!!!! Again I can't thank you enough.

[@Jayeden06]

Ahhhh 4th year already! We believe in you Rachel and best of luck on your exams!!

[@RachelSouthard]

Thanks so much!:)

[@andreaschmitt1755]

Wow! At the end of this vid I was just thinking this was the best Rachel vid I’ve ever seen. Then I read the description/your comment… so happy you agree!!! 💕👌

[@RachelSouthard]

Ah! Thank you so much

[@mashiyatahmed]

To say that I am incredibly proud of you is a UNDERSTATEMENT. You are a true inspiration!

[@pridehealth8764]

I start medical school in three weeks and I remember watching you when you first got into medical school!!!

[@biancaaquino9671]

i love your vlogs, you´re amazing!!!!

[@RachelSouthard]

thank you bianca!!

[@Dinikii9898]

This came at the most perfect timing oh my god I have an exam tomorrow and I’m pulling an all night because of how behind I am sooo thissss made me feel like I’m not alone

[@SimonaKhan97]

Congrats on being a 4th year med student, you’re almost done yay!!

[@RachelSouthard]

Thank you! Can’t wait

[@hirro__o_]

"things can change, you just have to roll with it" ✨ This video actually motivated me to study for my medical entrance exam here in India. All the best to you !! Don't worry you'll rock it 🙌🏻☺️

[@MsSmashpants]

You’ve got this!! Also, I appreciated that you said “anyone with a uterus”, making sure that you were inclusive.

[@RachelSouthard]

[@naureenhoda2628]

Yes ofc all the inclusion comes at the cost of women and our sex based rights... The fact that women like u jump up and down feeling happy about it, makes me believe that ukw? U deserve to have every aspect of ur life to be controlled by by a man

[@09gamecock]

I can’t believe you are already a fourth year student!!!! I have watched you since beginning (don’t ask me why I guess I wish I went to med school instead of OT school)…I am just here to cheer you on! You are going to do great things!

[@RachelSouthard]

Awh thank you for sticking with me :)

[@courtneygerrity1994]

Good luck with your step 2 exam!

[@dulcefernanda4]

Thank you Rachel for making a safe space to share our opinions and thoughts. It hurts to see you crying about that, also to see other women crying. And I just wanted to say that even though I have the opposite opinion, I´m really trying to understand how it hurts others like you. I wish for you and everyone reading this a recovery and also to be open to other opinions like mine. Saludos de tu colega y fan Fer

[@bohlyn8811]

“I may not it enjoy it, but it must be done.” Felt that

[@saharzargar6096]

appreciated your honesty and emotion at the end, Rachel. truly a tough time for everyone with a uterus in this county. There is a role for each of us in this fight

[@soffmosele4904]

First year med student here! Struggling with my anatomy exam and looking for sympathy and motivation ✌🏼

[@ethannguyen866]

I remember when you only had 20k subs haha. Good to know you stuck with it. Good luck!

[@nataliaclark1036]

Omg the back crack 😳😂 thanks for keeping it real with us! Love your work keep it up 🥵😊

[@circlinq]

I'm always amazed at how clean and tidy your room is when you're stressed. Mine looks like a bomb has gone off 💀 No energy left in me 😂

[@tara_not_tara]

You rock Rachel ❤️

[@HomeCooktoProCounselor]

Rachel- Love your content from the first video I watched from you I can’t remember what video was my first

[@RachelSouthard]

Awh thank you!

[@Asru7ze]

10:45 frankly enjoying it even more than other vlogs.

[@RIPKV]

One Last Stretch Rachel. You're almost there👊🏿❤️❤️!!!

[@doctorharry]

in the building checking in from barbados enjoyed the video and good work 🙂