How to Succeed in Nursing School - My journey from Average Grades to Honors!

[@CaitlynR2008]

I started studying this way during my third semester. I had horrible grades. My first three exams: 56, 68, 60. Next grade, which I needed a good grade on to keep me from flunking out of nursing school, was a 98. I totally was in love with a girl I had met, that showed me how to do this. I had a nursing instructor actually accuse me of cheating on the next test. I swear I thought she was kidding. I didn't know how to respond to her. But I finished out school with A's and B's. Wish I had known this from the beginning.

[@empowern]

Caitlyn Purcell Hi Caitlyn! Wow, thank you so much for sharing this positive comment!! It means so much to me... and that is funny that you were accused of cheating :) Keep up the god work & let me know if I can help with anything else!! Much Love, - Caroline

[@anniealvarez9645]

Just got 34/40 on my Midterm in Med Surge! DO all of the above, it works and I'm so happy!!!! This is just the beginning, be back when I get my A!!!

[@HappyMrRabbit]

i'm going into my first year this fall, and i just wanted to say THANK YOU SO MUCH for posting this video!! i've had advice from friends to read the lecture notes before class, but the way you thoroughly explained how to read before class and especially reviewing the NCLEX book has made it so much more clear as to how to come prepared!! I really appreciate the time and effort you took into making this video and sharing your experience with others!

[@ashleystjohn2997]

I can't thank you enough for making this video! I am in my 2nd semester of nursing school and I have been struggling until I watched this video & applied everything you said. It has LITERALLY changed my grades from failing to all A's. You're awesome!

[@empowern]

+Ashley Lynne Hi Ashley! Wow! I am so excited to hear that!! That really is amazing! No matter what, video or no video, you had to stay disciplined and do the hard work... so I want to congratulate you for that!! Keep up the good work... this truly is a great profession with so many options for growth. Thank you also so much for sharing how much this video has helped you :) It is comments like these that make all the hard work worth it :) Please keep in touch!!! I look forward to hearing from you in the near future. Much love, - Caroline

[@annieg906]

I will be watching this video multiple times. I am in my first year of nursing school and you help me see the light at the end of the tunnel. Thank you for your helpful videos

[@empowern]

Annie g Hi Annie! Awesome! Really glad to hear that you liked the video!! Let me know if you need anything else! Much Love, - Caroline

[@georgetsibu0]

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[@abc123jr_b4]

I start nursing school in August. Finding you on the Internet was amazing. I'm going to take every single one of your advice and apply them in all my classes. You are going to be my new Internet best friend. With your help, I feel confident that I will ace nursing school and becoming an amazing nurse. At first I was worried and happy at the same time when I got accepted in nursing school. I was worried because I haven't been in school in 5 years, I am a foreigner (English is my 3rd languages), I have 2 kids. Then I found you and I started gaining confident in myself. Now, I can totally say that I can do it and it will all be possible because of the valuable info you are providing to all the nursing students and nurses out there. Thanks you so much for taking the time in your busy schedule to post these videos. You are truly a great person, you are a God sent. May God bless you and provide you with a great health so you can continue to help those around you. I'm so greatful for all your insights. Once again thank you so much. Phara

[@empowern]

Hi Phara! Thank you so much for this sweet comment :) I really think that the tips in this video will help you a lot! I really look forward to your success & please let me know if you have any questions or need anything else! Looking forward to hearing from you again soon! Much Love, - Caroline

[@abc123jr_b4]

I'd like to purchase your a&p program, however I don't have a PayPal account

[@helenakrylova339]

Hello Caroline! I finished to read your book and I want to say - Thank you very much! That was very helpful and the most of all I am happy that it was pretty understandable for the foreigners like me! )))) I like that there are many great advices and stories about different people's experience. This book encouraged me and made me feel more self -confident! Thanks again! You are precious! Just please don't stop helping people with your great video! We love you!!! xoxoxoxo

[@empowern]

Hi Helena! Thank you so much for letting me know that you like the videos & book!! You have no idea how much this comment means to me :) It is a lot of work to put these projects together, but when I am able to read things like this... I know that it is time well spent :) I'm also so glad to hear that you found the book easy to read!! You are so brave for coming to another country & pursuing a degree in nursing in a language that is not native to you!! I love people who take on big challenges & I'm honored to have you as part of this community!! Thank you so much for sharing this with me. Looking forward to growing with you!! Much Love, - Caroline

[@ameliarobinson5717]

Hi there! I begin nursing school this Fall for my BSN! I have spent the last hour watching your video and taking notes and you are truly a blessing! I am going to follow your tips and purchase a NCLEX review book. I will be sure to let you know how my first exam turns out in nursing school!! Thank you soooo much!!

[@cheeringeagle]

I'm in my second quarter of nursing school and I watched a few of your videos before I started nursing school but I just revisited this video a couple weeks ago and it has helped immensely! I bought your book and the pharm book you recommended, honestly amazing investments, worth EVERY penny! thank you

[@empowern]

Eva P. Thank you so much for letting me know Eva. Your words are just so sweet to hear :) Hoping to see you here again soon. xoxo!!

[@beatz0012]

I can't thank you enough for this video. I have watched countless videos in preparation for nursing school which starts in a couple weeks and none of them were as thorough and helpful as this one. There are some of your tips that I already do and the rest of them I will absolutely use in my nursing school journey. Thanks again!!!!

[@alexisnikitopoulos5140]

Caroline-the time has come to thank you... even though I’m not starting the nursing program until January, I’ve been watching your videos for months! I didn’t discover your study technique until after I finished A & P 2, but I decided to try it for my last pre-req, Microbiology. It is AMAZING! I just got a 100 in both lecture and lab! Granted, I got 100 in all my A & P classes too but I put SO MUCH more time into making that happen. This brain hacking thing is for real! I am so grateful! Once I did your prep methods for lectures, all I had to do was type myself a study guide with important stuff from the lectures, then I made pretty and colorful visually stimulating handmade single sheet study guides (I write super neat and can do it very tiny with Staedtler fineliner pens-6 chapters on the front of one piece of paper), then I fold these up to fit in my pocket notebook and pull them out literally every time I have to wait in line for something. Your prep method combined with my study method is absolutely foolproof! Thank you a million times! I can’t wait to do it in nursing school

[@MizzNika87]

Well this was an amazing watch!! I'm currently enrolled in Anatomy & Physiology II, and I'll be starting a physical therapist assistant program in August and I just feel like you gave information that will help me be successfully for my next 2 years of school. I think you give a very different approach to studying versus just the typical read it, write, it, write it. I'm extremely thankful that you took the time out to do this video. Well off to study!!

[@empowern]

Hi Shanika! Thanks so much for letting me know!! Best of luck as you go into the PTA program!! Study hard & stay focused! This is a great field!! Looking forward to hearing from you again soon! Much Love, - Caroline

[@davidkramer194]

You are so articulate and well spoken. I imagine it has taken you time to become so polished in front of the camera. Congratulations to you for all of your hard work. I am in the second week of nursing school and I feel like i'm drowning already. It's so much information and they are so disorganized. I also feel that I have no idea what to study for. I'm scared. I held a 4.0 GPA in all of undergrad but I can tell this is not going to be the same.

[@empowern]

+Neuro genesis Hi Neuro! Honestly, being a nursing school instructor is a very daunting task... and it is hard to get & stay orgaized. But with the tips in this video, I think it will give you a decent head start. Also, watch this page: empowern.com/educational-videos-resources/ Because this is where I place all of the topics :) I hope this helps!! xoxo - Caroline

[@angelicaferreiragirl]

Hi Caroline, You don't have idea how you touched my life in so many ways. Because of your tips, positive energy and kind words I overcome my fear about math. I never tough in a thousand year I could get B+ in Math class. Also I'm new nursing student and today is my third day.I know this is my third day at nursing program, but I'm already feeling so overwhelming. Thanks to you after I watched this video I felt so much better, confident and ready for the challenge. I'm so glad to come across your channel. You are such inspiration I really appreciate your kindness by sharing your stories and experiences with us. Thanks a lot and much love for you too!!!! Angelica

[@empowern]

+Angelica Ferreira Hi Angelica, Thank you so much for taking the time to write this! This is absolutely what keeps me going! I appreciate it so much!! Looking forward to seeing you again in the very near future! xoox - Caroline

[@joyuswnval4051]

Hi Caroline! I'm so Excited to tell you I passed my NCLEX-PN!! Your videos have been so helpful I studied them carefully read your books and used your tips! Now I'm applying for jobs and moving on to RN. I will continue to watch your videos. You are such a Blessing!! xo Marcia

[@sharmisthakarmaker9404]

I'm from the other side of the world in Australia and just started nursing school this semester. Whenever I have a hard time and going through a lot of stress I always look for your videos because they're so helpful and inspiring! I sincerely thank you for your dedication and love to all your aspiring future RNs :) Thank you Caroline.

[@empowern]

Hi Sharmistha! It is so nice to hear from you!! Thank you so much for taking the time to write this!! It means so much to know that nursing students/nurses all the way from Australia watch the videos too :) I look forward to seeing you again soon!! Much Love, - Caroline

[@sharmisthakarmaker9404]

it is my pleasure :)

[@empowern]

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[@amandaswan9894]

Thank you so much... I start in August... Night classes while woking full time during the day and also a single mother. I appreciate the tips!

[@Kranca2000]

Thanks for sharing this! This is my second chance at nursing school and I can totally see what I did wrong the first time! Preparing for each class is so important (which i didnt do) and doing NCLEX review questions is a great tool. I also like your technique on going over and familiarizing yourself with the bold words. Love your dedication, subscribing!

[@empowern]

Kranca2000 Awesome!! So glad to hear that you liked the video!! I think your going to do well this time around ;) Keep in touch & I look forward to seeing you again very soon!! Much Love, - Caroline

[@soulspurposeme]

you have such a good heart. thank you for sharing this wealth of information. i am working my way through school and have thought of quitting everyday, but i don't. again, thank you for this gift and may you enjoy many blessings and have lots of success.

[@empowern]

+Kimberly Jones thank you so much for your kind words! It is hard for sure... questioned myself too, but trust me it's worth it 😉

[@twinsmama15]

Bravo Caroline, this has been the best advice and video I have watched on helping me to be successful now and when I get into nursing school. Thank you for so graciously sharing.

[@empowern]

+twinsmama15 Aww! That's so sweet of you. Thank you for the pleasant comment. I appreciate it a lot. Makes all the effort worth it. :) I pray that God will bless your plans into nursing. Can't wait to hear from you again. -xoxo

[@twinsmama15]

I have just received my first letter from our Nursing Program, my conditional acceptance into the program, now I am on to the next process. :)

[@df6148]

This is helpful. Its really easy to get sucked into the word recognition trap. Then panic and devote all your spare time to it without understanding anything. Prepping with a good system really does help. I like the word scans. Its like deforeignizing the book so that your ready to learn. Thanks for the tips!

[@empowern]

Dddd Ffff You are so welcome! Thank you for dropping by and letting me know. Keep in touch! -xoxo

[@3019nene]

Hi Caroline, I'm in my second semester and I WISH that I'd found you earlier! Thank you so much for the time that you've taken to help prepare all of us. I finally feel like aI have a true strategy for success. You are a God send!

[@empowern]

3019nene Hi Love!Welcome to my channel.. I'm glad to see you here!It's overwhelming to read comments such as yours. Thank you very much!xoxo!!

[@azninvasion1016]

Caroline, you are so inspirational, intelligent, and beautiful. I am half way done with my CNA program and am pursuing my BSN. Thank you so much for your invaluable advice and positive energy!

[@empowern]

Grace Aoba Hi Grace!! You are the sweetest ever! Thanks so much for letting me know that you like the videos & resources :) it means a lot :) Hopefully see you soon?? xoxo!! - Caroline

[@RTPower02]

I'm enrolling into college April 4th to get my RN! Never been college before so this is all new to me, I'm nervous and excited at the same time! I recently discovered your videos and have been watching them, I think they will be very helpful in my journey! I really want to do great things, and wanted to thank you for posting such helpful info!! Congrats on your success :)

[@empowern]

Thank you so much for this comment :) I always appreciate knowing where you are coming from! I believe you will do great things. I it my pleasure to create these videos for you!! I plan on continuing to do so :) Looking forward to growing with you! Much Love, - Caroline

[@sabrinabotelho1063]

And btw your tan in the a&p video makes me want to take a sunny vacation! And I've been underlining in pencil like crazy. And skimming the chapter and just underlining is very helpful. You're completely right about how much sticks in without trying.

[@empowern]

Awesome!! Thank so much for letting me know that it helps you!!! The tan may just be the lighting.... I feel like I always look different colors lol!! xoxo!!

[@aprilmedina2162]

Thank you for making these videos and for giving the support and inspiration to me and others. Im taking my pre-reqs right now and just gave me the boost I needed. Truly a God send!

[@kevincrespo6012]

How thoughtful of you Caroline! I'm so glad that I found your insightful way of looking at how to study at this stage of my student journey. I created this elaborate method of dry erase board usage, flash cards upon flashcards, and gobs of reading to get the less than desired results that you did. Time to evolve again. MY COHORT is up in 3 weeks (ADN), and you blessed me not a moment too soon... uncanny how I've been somewhat reverse studying through NCLEX questions already too. I will (to a T) follow your advice and see how I fare! I'm nervous and practically study thin air right now (well, okay pertinent stuff) and I don't just want to pass- I want to KILL IT! Thank you so much Caroline! Sincerely, Kevin Crespo

[@empowern]

Awesome Kevin! I really hope that you do indeed "Kill it!" Study hard & stay focused!!! You can do this :) Looking forward to hearing from you soon! Much Love, - Caroline

[@jasmineabraham1740]

Again, thank you so much for doing this for everyone. It's nurses like you that make all the hard work worth it. Thank you for being such an inspiration and motivating force for us all.

[@katrinaloggins9028]

All I can say is GREAT HELP! I don't start school until August but this video has given me good insight! Thanks!!!

[@empowern]

KATRINA LOGGINS Ohh that's so sweet of you. Thank a lot for letting me know. It makes all the effort worth it. I can't explain how much it means to me. Thanks a lot. May God bless you. -xoxo

[@Miaconya]

This video is amazingly informative. I cannot believe I just watched a video for more than an hour, because it only felt like 20 minutes. Thank you, thank you, thank you!!

[@empowern]

Mia Sanders Wow!! I'm flattered! Thank you so much for letting me know. It means a lot.God bless you! -xoxo

[@pinknatty2000]

Hi! Wow i'm almost 15 mins in and i have to say that i am so motivated! I just passed my entrance exam for nursing school a month ago and i am going to start school in two weeks, i am beyond excited, nervous and a little scared but i am up for the challenge! I'm currently living (and obvi studying) outside of the US but i am planning on moving back after taking the NCLEX here and i am really scared of said exam, but i think i might invest on one of those review study books and fish around the internet of situation based question and what not. BTW buying a planner sounds like a good idea especially to keep in check what's more important and not end up splurging money on things i get excited over and just admire from a far. Any who i will definitely be looking at all of you're videos! have a lovely day/night :)

[@empowern]

Awe thanks so much for the sweet comment!! Really glad to hear that you liked this video! I hope you like the other ones too! If you ever have a video request, please let me know!! Talk to you soon!! Much Love, - Caroline

[@KristySlicker]

Been on the fence about nursing school, grabbed this book today - excited to dive in

[@empowern]

Kristy Slicker Hi Kristy! Really nice to hear from you! Thanks so much for picking up the book! I really hope that it helps you make the right decision for you :) Let me know if you need anything else! Much Love, - Caroline

[@Kittylitter21]

Thank you for posting this! It's great to have people who share their intelligence and tactics with the rest of the world since those study skills only help to make one better. I will use for my upcoming micro and patho classes!

[@cmtm2009]

Hi!! I will be starting the nursing program spring 2015!! I am so excited and super nervous. I have been feeling overwhelmed already and stressing big time. I saw your videos for the first time three days ago and well it motivated me!!. I'm so thankful that you took the time to do this. It is a huge help, I'm currently taking A&P2 so for my next exam I will use your study methods and I know it will help. Lately my strategy has not been on my side. Thank you again!! And I will continue to watch the videos. 😊

[@empowern]

Maria Menendez Hi Maria!! Anytime! So glad to hear that the video helped!! Looking forward to joining you on this exciting... but also challenging next phase of your life!! I know it is a lot of hard work... but believe me it will transform you in to such an amazing person!! Keep in touch & I look forward to hearing from you soon!! xoxo - Caroline

[@leonandkrissy2011]

Caroline, I will start the nursing program on August 25th.. Although I am nervous, I have found such great encouragement and advice in your videos.. I am purchasing your book as well as the one suggested in this video.. You have given me the determination to strive for more than just average while in the program.. Thank you again for what you have done,, Krissy

[@empowern]

Krissy Rooks Hi Krissy! Congratulations for gaining acceptance into the nursing program & best of luck as you prepare for this exciting new chapter in your life!! Thank you for letting me know that the videos have helped you! I really believe you can do a great job!! Keep in touch & I look forward to hearing from you again very soon!! Much Love, - Caroline

[@cathywrona1513]

You are simply amazing! I finally finished watching this video and OMG was it worth my time. I will be starting nursing school in the fall and I was absolutely freaking out. I started out at a 4 year university but have been going to a community college for the past year to finish my prerequisite classes. I developed study techniques through which I was able to earn a 4.0 GPA, but I'm scared of any inconsistencies in material (depth and difficulty) going from a community college to a university. I plan on taking all your advice and watching all your other videos, as well as reading your book! Thank you so much :)

[@empowern]

Hi Cathy! You should get a reward for finishing such a long video lol! Really glad to hear that it was worth your time! I really think that when you get to your classes you will have an advantage! Keep in touch & let me know how it goes!! Looking forward to hearing from you again soon! Much Love, - Caroline

[@aprilvandyke3945]

Thank you so much Caroline for this videos that I watched many of them. I am currently a Nursing Student in LPN program and I started on Sept 2014 and passed all my classes with success but when it came to pharmacology, I got totally lost and failed that class :( I've been so sad and devastated since then, but I have a chance to go back in a few months to repeat the course and finish up which this is a great opportunity for me now to watch your videos and get all the tips you gave and get the books you mentioned to study to get ready. I've been watching your videos and made me happy that I cried and that I am not a only one struggling :( it is really tough and lot of hard work and time you talked about it. I am in that situation you talked about. I know all the hard work will pay off one day. Thank you so much for this awesome videos and tips. I am so grateful for all the resources and time you put in to this videos. This is great and I never subscribed anything in you tube but when I found you by searching how to become successful in nursing school, I saw you and I am so glad to find you and listen to you and understand and know that I am not a only one. I hope one day I will be a great nurse like you and get my RN and continue my education. Love you so much! Please keep those videos coming:)

[@Smile2DayTears2Morro]

Heeeeey! How crazy that I ran into this video! I start the nursing program at Fayetteville State University next Tuesday! We had orientation yesterday and I'm so nervous. We actually got a free copy of your book during orientation. How exciting! I know I can do it but I'm so scared. This is one of the most positive nursing videos I've run into on KZbin. I've been watching YT videos about nursing school for the past two weeks and all I've heard is how hard it is and how you'll have no life and other not so positive things. Yes, I know it WILL be hard and I know I'll have to put in a lot of work but it feels good to actually hear something positive for a change. Anyway, thanks for making this video.

[@empowern]

***** Hi Love! I really appreciate your thoughts. Thanks a lot for letting me know. It means a lot to me. It feels good and inspiring too :) Keep dreaming and work hard. For sure you will succeed. Looking forward on hearing from you again soon. -xoxo

[@NaturalandBlessed]

Thanks so much for this video. You are God's sent. I will be purchasing your book soon, I just recently changed my work schedule to prn because I was not doing good in my exams. I am not giving up and this video just boosted my confidence even more. Thanks again and God bless.

[@empowern]

I'm really glad to hear that!! Sometimes an extra dose of confidence is all we need :) We all have periods of plateaus... But true winners never stop ;) Study hard & stay focused! Looking forward to seeing you again soon!! Much Love, - Caroline

[@brittanynicole4859]

Purchased your book last night! Excited to read it!

[@empowern]

Brittany Nicole Hi Brittany! Thanks so much for picking it up!! I really hope you love it :) Keep in touch!! xoxo - Caroline

[@DimplesDeep1]

Thanks a ton! I really enjoyed this entire video I think it is really going to help me in school. You rock for doing this video for us "future nurses" I will be returning to this video for further notes and motivation. God bless

[@empowern]

Thank you so much for letting me know!! I really appreciate it!! I know the video was long & I thought about breaking it up... but, I'm kind of glad I just left it as is :) Really glad to hear that it helped you!! Looking forward to seeing you again soon!! Much Love, - Caroline

[@johnnavarro6775]

Hello Caroline First of all, thanks for posting videos like this. It save my life Nursing school. This video and the 10 steps you made are really helpful for students such as myself who have the desire but didn't have the right strategy to study. Anyways I'm sharing the ten steps you made to friends in school and hopefully they find it helpful as I have. Thank you very much and God Bless

[@empowern]

Hi John!! Your very welcome!! I honestly could not believe that I "made it" into nursing school... much less passed with honors. I knew that I couldn't keep this to myself, I saw to many nursing students struggle... Thank you so much for first of all, letting me know that it helped you & also sharing it with your friends!! Looking forward to seeing you again soon!! Much Love, - Caroline

[@alexisnikitopoulos5140]

Caroline-I love your videos! I just discovered your neat brain hacking study method- right after finishing A & P 2! I got over 100 in both A & P Lecture and Lab, but I’ve noticed that making my cards takes up SOOO much time, so I’m giving your method a try right now. I’m on the break between semesters now, but I’m preparing for Microbiology by familiarizing myself with the details of DNA transcription/translation, Krebs Cycle and Electron Transport Chain, Fluid/Electrolyte Balance, and a few other topics my professor suggested. Since I’m not in class yet, I’m replacing the lecture part with a KZbin lecture. It’s working so well! Thank you!!! I just ordered both of your books too!

[@jessicamontemayor3285]

I'm taking A&P 1 this summer and I have to say this actually works...it is time consuming for me but it may just be that these chapters are just super long. I'm really grateful for all the help. I need to keep my GPA up to get into the program I want. Bless u!

[@ldyluv6988]

Thank you soooooo much for this advice.You are so generous to share this information and you didn't have to.Currently I am wait-listed for a nursing school :-( I pray that I get in for September!

[@brittanymiles3365]

TY TY TY!!!! I stumbled upon this video from a class mate who posted this in our fb site. I finally found time last night to watch this video and WOW its eye opening! I began watching your video & honestly could not stop watching it. I had light bulb moments as i heard/saw you explain each step of How to Succeed In Nursing School. I will be buying All Of Your Mats to Review over Holiday Break. We have Med Surg Next also ;) I only wish i had found your videos in August when i began my RN Program!!! hahaha Ty for taking the time to break this down for us Newbies! This is going to save soo many of us from over thinking/over working the material. I'm already beginning to modify my approach based on your rationales :) Cant wait to see more videos & order the book! Thanks Again!

[@empowern]

brittany miles Hi Brittany! It is so nice to hear from you! I'm so glad that you stubbled upon the video and I truly hope that the tips help you get the grades that you want! Keep in touch & let me know if I can help with anything else! Much Love, - Caroline

[@blrice]

Thank you so much!!! I did steps # 1-3 (I can't do #4 yet, but I will when I have time in the future) and it worked like a charm!!! So much better in lecture!!! Word recognition phase was surpassed and I was able to understand much better!!! Thank you, thank you, thank you!! You're awesome and I appreciate you sharing the wisdom!!! :-)

[@empowern]

B. Maddox Awe anytime!! So glad to hear that the tips helped you!! Keep up the good work & let me know if I can help with anything else!! Much Love, - Caroline

[@CostcoclubbingMom]

Thank you so much for posting this video! I finally finished it and am very interested in using some of these tips. I'm already in my last semester of my nursing program and have been a straight B student so far. It would be nice to finally see some A's so I will definitely try out your study tips. A few things is that unfortunately, my school does not allow us to record lectures which is too bad. Our class is also very "catty" and competitive so it deters students from asking questions. When the "smart" students that sit up front ask questions, many students mumble under their breath, "Can we move on?" or "So and so ALWAYS asks a question." There is a lot of negativity in the classroom and I try my best to ignore them but it does keep me from asking questions in class. I focus a lot on my own learning and pay attention to the professors. I will check out those audios you posted too! Thanks again Caroline and look forward to seeing you on here again! (P.S. I would like to request nursing content on psych nursing please as it seems like a complete different world from med-surg!)

[@empowern]

Thank you so much for letting me know :) I know that it is hard to ask questions in class... I got my fair share of eyes rolling & comments. But, I just focused on the end goal which was to have my degree in my hands!! So just stay focused & let the negativity roll on by you lol!! Really looking forward to seeing you again soon too!! I hope all of the videos add value to your life & I will see how I can add some psych tips in there too!! See you soon!! xoxo!! - Caroline

[@OprahWang]

Thanks for sharing! I am going to nursing program this Jan and I am following your method!

[@lovelife326]

Thank you so much for this video!! I feel ready and confident to start my nursing program this fall!! And I will be purchasing your book soon. Thank you again for the encouragement. Have an amazing day!! -Andrea

[@empowern]

Hi Andrea! Thank you so much for letting me know!! Congratulations on starting the nursing program this fall!! I hope you have great day too!! Looking forward to hearing from you again soon!! xoxo - Caroline

[@42jboo]

Thank you!!!!!! I'm in my second semester of nursing school...Med-Surg/Adult Health. This video couldn't have come at a better time. I'm half way through the steps and I feel like I'm already familiar with the chapter. I will purchase your book and share your videos.

[@zahraaalhaieri5091]

Hi I really wanna thank you for the time you spent making this video. I watched all of it without getting bored or skipping through it. I'm in my first year in nursing and I feel very anxious and stressed right now as Im studying for my exams. Watching your video, a successful nurse giving advices and sharing her success tips with junior students is exactly what I needed. I think you're an mazing person, you truly inspired me and I wish you even more success in your life. You're a hard working person and you truly deserve it.I will take all of your advices and I will buy your lovely book. I wish to become like you in future. Thank you :)

[@empowern]

Rose H Hi Rose! You are the absolute sweetest!! Thanks so much for this comment :) I'm so so glad to hear that you found this video helpful! I also am thankful that you appreciate the time & hard work that goes into this (and all) video. Please keep in touch & let me know if I can ever help with any thing else! Looking forward to hearing from you in the near future!! xoxo - Caroline

[@zahraaalhaieri5091]

***** Thank you so much Caroline I love your videos and I will definitely post my questions on your page in future. :) x

[@mannysainisamra7383]

Hi Caroline!! I love your videos! I'm in Chiropractic school and some of the material seems to be similar (pharm, anatomy, physiology etc). I wish i had found this when I first started school!! Thank you for taking the time to make these!

[@empowern]

Manpreet Saini Thank you for letting me know. Keep in touch! -xoxo

[@thehighpriestess8431]

Thank you for being so kind to share :)

[@tamtezzy]

Hi, I just want to say thank you for sharing these tips because you didn't have to. I'm 31 years old and I finally have time to focus on going back to school for nursing. these valuable gyms that you gave me will truly help me out a lot....thank you oh and I'm getting that book if it's still available

[@empowern]

tamtezzy Awe your so welcome!! Thanks so much for letting me know that they helped :) I really appreciate it! The book is still available on amazon whenever you are ready. Keep in touch & let me know if I can help with anything else!! Much Love, - Caroline

[@PreciseIVpedals]

You always have the best advice! I love the positive attitude! It's something I've always tried to do myself so it's nice to see other people who not only use their mind to study, but also to manifest goals and maintain a positive being. I just tried the bold words/ definition/ diagram technique for my next pharm test! It is so much more efficient that way! Thanks:)

[@empowern]

Andrew L. Edwards Hi Andrew! I'm so glad to hear from you and your experience. Thank you for letting me know. I appreciate it. Hearing good thing from my subscribers makes all the effort worth it. Keep in touch!- xoxo

[@Spectolect]

I'm using these study habits right now. Thank you so much for these videos and the repertoire of encouraging audio on SoundCloud!! You are inspiring!

[@empowern]

Spectolect That's awesome! wow! I'm happy to hear that. It makes all the effort worth it. Thank you so much for letting me know. Would be happy to see here again soon. -xoxo

[@Spectolect]

***** Of course! I'm a new pre-nursing student and really grateful to have found your videos. I'm also looking into getting your book--your efforts are definitely appreciated. Thank you again.

[@empowern]

Spectolect Aye! you're sweet! Thank you and your welcome. -xoxo

[@kacimulligan579]

Seriously awesome videos. I love the specific details about the study process and it makes sense. I'm definitely going to use these techniques.

[@Canakar360]

Wow! This is awesome! I'm a high school student in my senior year in Canada and this just boosted my confidence by a lot. It also is helping me in my other classes. Thanks a lot for the good ideas, I will make sure to remember them! :)

[@empowern]

Thank you so much for letting me know :) I appreciate the comment a lot :) See you soon!! xoxo - Caroline

[@jesselleorellana]

I just finished watching your whole video! I must say it was a huge motivation! It has made me want to really get the grades I am really working hard for and definitely change my studying strategies! Currently in a community college and for sure want to become a rn and a bit lost in somethings but I know I have to reach out a bit more and find more information on how to achieve my goal. I downloaded the app for sound cloud and just purchased your book and am looking forward to reading it! Thank you for your optimism!

[@vrm5189]

Your videos are so helpful! Ive gone back and forth about whether to do nursing or not and ive finally made up my mind to start my prereqs this semester. :) Hopefully ill be ready to apply for ADN Spring '16 AND ive ordered a hard copy of your first book! Thank you!

[@alanguages]

After seeing this excellent video. One other tip I recommend on top of underlining headlines, bold words and notes on the side of a page, is to study before hand the prefixes, roots and suffixes for learning medical terminology. If a person runs into a word and does not know exactly what it means, they can have an idea. It also helps in augmenting overall vocabulary building and comprehension. Example: Angiogram- Angi(o) = blood vessel, gram = record

[@empowern]

alanguages Awesome! Thanks so much for sharing this with the community! It is very true!! Looking forward to hearing from you again soon! Much Love, - Caroline

[@HOMEDIY]

As a nurse I can honestly say everything she teaches is spot on

[@empowern]

Thank you so much Justin! I really appreciate the positive encouragement :) Hope to see you again soon! Much Love, - Caroline

[@ivonnemariamagana6274]

I'm supose to be studying for a physio test I have coming up, but like you said, your mind decides to find anything and everything to do besides study. I think that is my biggest problem :/ then when I have very little time left I am cramming:( I'm trying to get rid of that habit and watching your videos are bringing up my spirits :) Just knowing someone else has gone through it makes me feel like I can do it as log as I get and stay focus :) thanks!

[@empowern]

Hi Ivonne!! Focusing is OUR biggest challenge!! We have so so many distractions now... But, the more you focus on your goals & priorities & making yourself better & better. The easier it gets!! So keep on keeping on!! Looking forward to growing with you!! Much Love, - Caroline

[@beingreezy]

Thank you soooooooooo much omg I am so grateful to have found you. lol I am on the start of my nursing journey. I have completed all my degree courses but I have the science classes left. I failed Anatomy and I am going for the second attempt this winter. I have my book and this video was just what I needed to help me study/learn better. I have my nursing journal open taking notes right now! Thank you and I wish you all the best xoxo

[@ShAyHoYt]

Wow! you have inspired me so much!! I've been accepted into nursing in the fall and im definately going to use your techniques for sucess! thank you so much :)

[@empowern]

Hi Shay! Thank you so much for letting me know! I really appreciate it! Looking forward to seeing you again soon! Much Love, - Caroline

[@nurselife2595]

I have Nursing school orientation today! You are heaven sent!

[@empowern]

#NurseLife25 Awesome!! Thanks so much for letting me know that you like the video/channel!! It means a lot :) See you soon!! xoxo - Caroline

[@joycealanis]

thank you so much for your videos. You always inspire me to keep moving towards my goal. And I really love how you always express how our connection with our God is really important for us .

[@empowern]

Joycealanis Hi Joyce! that's so sweet of you. Thank you so much for letting me know. It really means a lot. Indeed! as what the bible says "Seek ye first the kingdom of God and all these things shall be added unto you". Can't wait to see you here again soon. -xoxo

[@marialuisanacordon9632]

Great advise!!! I will be taking this information and applying it to my study and lecture time. Thank you for doing this.

[@empowern]

Maria Luisana Cordon Hi Maria! So glad to hear that!! I hope that the information helps you a lot!! Keep in touch!! xoxo - Caroline

[@jessicahernandez2090]

Wow, excellent video! Thanks so much!! I now feel like I have a plan, you really are great, thanks for sharing. I believe it is a gift you have to share and help others. God bless you. ♡

[@empowern]

Jessica Pyke aye! That's so sweet of you. Thank you very much for your kind words.God bless you too. -xoxo

[@nyaishaemanuel2604]

*screaming "CaaaaaaaaRoline" Your God send, thanx so much for extending yourself to help others. I truly appreciate you much...in my 1st semester and its proving to be a struggle. But by His will, I KNOW I CAN DO IT! P.S I have your "How to Succeed" book. Your the best...thank you

[@Bulldog75stp]

I start nursing school in four weeks, so I'm searching everywhere to find all the tips and tricks to help me succeed. Came across this video and I'm going to incorporate it into my studying habits. It blew my mind when you said you went to school in Fayetteville. Normally you see videos from people clear across America somewhere lol. I'm going to RCC. It's in Lumberton, NC. Maybe a 30-40 minute drive from your school.

[@empowern]

Hi Jason! So nice to hear from you! Yes we used to be neighbors!! I know exactly where Lumberton is! I live in Miami fl now, but my parents are still in NC, I still love it there :) Really glad to hear also that you liked the video's! Keep in touch & let me know if you ever have a video request! Talk to you soon! Much Love, - Caroline

[@andraacram]

Thanks for this great video. I passed Anat & Phys by doing a lot of the same things you're talking about. I recorded every lecture & listened to them in the car ALL THE TIME. I did my best to read the chapter before class because you tend to soak it up a lot better. I also watched A TON of YOU TUBE videos on subjects I just wasn't gaining a deep understanding of, and that helped soooooo much. A lot of people don't understand that you have to approach studying with an active & positive frame of mind or you won't stick with it or learn as much. If you find something doesn't work for you scrap it and find something else. Making flash cards takes too much time, so I made my own chapter study guides with what I thought was the most important/relevant info. I found that studying with ONE other person NOT A GROUP was most beneficial and we made it fun. I remember trying to learn more about bile and I just couldn't grasp what the point of it was, so I looked it up on google for days looking at different explanations and the best one by far was that said it was like soap. Search and search for what makes sense to you. I'm not in nursing school yet, but I'm certain that when I am, employing the extra's you're talking about will make a huge difference.

[@andraacram]

+andraacram I almost forgot another thing that I saw other do was take pictures of the board instead of writing notes because it allows to you actually listen and take in what the professor is saying instead of worrying if you're able to write down everything that they are. If it's death by powerpoint they usually have those posted somewhere.

[@monicacorria4481]

you are truly amazing, watching all your KZbin videos has helped and motivated me in so many different ways. xoxo!

[@empowern]

monica corria Hi Monica!! Thank you so much for the sweet comment!! I appreciate it so much!! See you soon!! xoxo - Caroline

[@suhyunyun5206]

love this video!! I am preparing for transferring to a nursing school, and I have a feeling that I can be successful in school as watching this video! I can tell you are a very hardworking person and I will keep watching and watching and studying with your videos. Thank you SOOOO much and I'm so glad that I found this video :):):) (I kinda freaked out when I saw it's over an hour long, but I'm seriously enjoying listening to every word of what you are saying haha)

[@Jackie5641]

Than you so much Caroline. I am so glad I found you and your videos.Thank you very much for study for Nursing information and videos.God bless you.

[@empowern]

+Jacqueline Russell My pleasure Jacqueline! Thanks for letting me know. It means a lot. God bless you too. See you soon. -xoxo

[@AdeJar17]

Great video Caroline! I am glad to say that you are an amazing person for taking the time to share valuable information to all the nursing students out there including myself. Even though I am in a LPN program your tips are a great help :) I would like to request a video on how to be successful in Med Surg.

[@empowern]

Hi Llanely! So nice to hear from you! Thank you so much for letting me know! I will start thinking about what tips I can share specifically for med surg :) Looking forward to seeing you again soon! Much Love, - Caroline

[@AdeJar17]

Thank you so much!

[@r3plyme]

About to watch the whole video but wanted to first note, love your eye makeup!

[@empowern]

Awesome!! You are too sweet!! Thanks so much for letting me know!! xoxo - Caroline

[@ugomma]

Hi Caroline!! I'm so excited to be watching this video one year later! I was accepted into a entry-level CNL Masters Program at my dream nursing school! Classes start this fall and I'm really looking forward to applying your techniques! I was wondering, what would you recommend I do or read this summer to prepare for nursing school this fall??? My pre-reqs are all ready done. Thanks for the AMAZING video!

[@empowern]

ugomma Hi Love!!I am so glad that you found the video! And also happy to hear that you liked it! That is so nice that your prereqs are done... now just preparation time!! For the summer, I definitely have to recommend my book (sorry to plug it... but I believe in it so much :) How to Succeed in Nursing School. Here is a link: goo.gl/MvtTK1 I would also recommend about 1-2 month prior to the start of classes getting the NCLEX review book: Mosbys NCLEX RN - amzn.to/1Ov58aZ And start reviewing questions in the fundamentals section... unless your programs starts with a different topic (maybe call the school & see what the itinerary is). Lastly, about 1-2 months prior, I would get the pharmacology made insanely easy book: amzn.to/1bKgvuG and start going through that as well :) You will really be ahead of the game ;) Let me know if you need anything else! xoxo! - Caroline

[@tashenaking362]

I purchased Pharmacology made insanely easy and let me tell you it is amazing. It even helped me today during my med-surg exam. Thank you so much for the recommendation of this book. :)

[@empowern]

Hi Tashena! Your welcome!! I'm telling you, this book helped me more on the NCLEX than anything else!! I think it is a must for nursing students!! Thank you for letting me know :) Always nice to hear from you!! See you soon!! Much Love, - Caroline

[@1tiffyboo]

Carolina, thank you so much for the motivation. My brother and sister-in-law both graduated from Fayetteville State University (Broncos). :-) I always wanted to be a nurse, but took another track in college; however my desire never left me. I really want to become a nurse, but I've been out of school for a while now and would have to take some pre-req, but I really think I'm going to take the plunge soon and accomplish my dream. Thanks for the video and I just bought your book.

[@empowern]

You know, I took a 5 year break from high school to college! It was hard getting back into the swing of things, but honestly, as an older student, I was much more determined & clear minded. Thanks so much for picking up the book! I hope you love it! Please let me know what you think ;) Looking forward to hearing from you again soon! Much Love, - Caroline

[@alexandrabernstein1880]

Hi Caroline, thank you for sharing your value information. I am feeling better now AFTER ALL YOUR STUDY TIPS..I am studying for my exit exam and I am a little overwhelm since our school nursing exit exam is called adaptive quizzing nclex rn exam, it is so much of questions that i did practiced and all the information that i learned its all mixed up on my head...

[@brittany-4472]

i think I may add the pre-class tips to what I already do, but I need to read and take notes as well. At my Nursing school we are basically expected to be able to be quizzed on the topic the moment we enter the class on the day its being taught. lecture is basically a review and helps us to hone in on what we need to focus on.

[@sabrinabotelho1063]

Well I'm only half way through but I must say this is very helpful. As for it being the last study video makes me sad. :( but I do understand. Lol how many times can u say how you studied. Lol but I always love hearing it. :) can't wait for more of your videos to come. You're so a amazing for putting all this time and effort into your videos. :) thank you!

[@empowern]

Hi Sabrina! So nice to hear from you!! Yes, this was the only thing that I had not completed... a comprehensive video :) Don't worry, I think you are going to like where the channel is going. It is going to help you more!! Looking forward to seeing you again very soon!! Lots of love, -Caroline

[@brwnsuga6]

Today was my first day of my senior year! I feel like I have not learned/retained anything. I am overwhelmed with all the information thrown at us. And I can read and not know what I just read!

[@getlockerz]

Thank you so much! This video was amazing!! I was wondering if you could also make a video on how to prepare papers in nursing school? Or if you have a video already please direct me to it because I'd love to see it :)

[@empowern]

+getlockerz Hi love!! Thank you so much for letting me know that you liked the video!! I currently do not have a video on papers... but I will start thinking about it & see if I can create a video for you 😊 Thank you for letting me know what you need!! xoxo - Caroline

[@SimplyFitwithJay]

+EmpoweRN ordered your book and hopefully it should be here today! Your videos are so helpful and I love your positive attitude!

[@sexystarbright]

@emma read a lot about nursing and watch videos on KZbin ur in the right place. Her videos we'll help you a lot.

[@nades11]

Caroline I seriously love you you are the most amazing woman and you inspire me so much I can't explain. thank you for everything

[@denzelswifey86]

Thank you for the videos.. I first watched this video when I was thinking of going for nursing... now im taking pre-reqs.. I came back to this video for some motivation.... thank you caroline

[@empowern]

+denzelswifey86 Yay! Thank you so much. It makes all the effort worth it. Can't wait to hear from you again. -xoxo

[@elzajack]

I live your videos!! Just started watching them two days ago!! I love it!! Could you please send the link for This Enclex exame book? Thanks

[@jcvasquez7478]

Best video ever! I just wanna say that you are such an inspiration! Thank you so much!

[@empowern]

jc Vasquez You're sweet! Thank you very much for letting me know.It makes all the effort worth it. See you soon again here. xoxo!!

[@christinayork6171]

Great videos! I was grateful to find a good channel on the subject to subscribe to! :)

[@empowern]

Christina York Hi Christina! Glad to see you here. Thank you very much for subscribing and keep posted for more videos. -xoxo!!

[@marewaltwms1]

Hey guys Caroline is 100% correct. I used this process twenty years ago and highlighted my text book. I worked full time and found that the review book sped up the study process by condensing the reading to what was relevant. Get the NCLEX review and use it now! When I graduated from nursing school I did not utilize any of the NCLEX courses or class reviews. I felt I have been reviewing for four years. I passed the NCLEX the first time with 74 questions. I thought omg I have I done so poorly that it just stopped at 74? No on the contrary I was doing so well it stopped at 74. Follow the tips and you will succeed. God bless.

[@empowern]

Hi Mary! Thanks so much for this comment! Means so much :) Looking forward to seeing you on here again soon! Much Love, - Caroline

[@silverr12310]

I'm going to be a sophomore in college but I don't have a major yet. I've never really found a good way to study and I've always just studied different ways or not study at all, which I know is bad. I'm really wanting to go to medical school or PA school or maybe even a post-bacc nursing program so studying is something that needs to happen. I'm enrolled in a really challenging freshman level chemistry course this coming academic year and it has an 80% fail rate. Knowing I need to ace this course I emailed my professor for a syllabus and got the textbook before summer break started, i also got an MCAT general chemistry review book to supplement the material. I've been trying for almost 2 weeks now to find a good study method to help and I haven't been keeping up with my studying, when I do end up studying I usually have to rip up the page of notes I made in my notebook. I really am hoping that this method works and I'm really excited to give it a shot. Thank You for the geat and inspirig video knowing that you got average grades before nursing school! Trevor

[@jasongurganus9860]

Hey, we live in the same area, I'm going to FTCC atm.... working on my associates of nursing. Glad you made it, I dunno if I want to transfer to Fayetteville State or not, but I still gotta get into the program, I think once I get the associates degree, transferring or bridging will be a lot easier.

[@stephanieguzman3685]

Hello I'm very thankful for your advice.....first of all I was looking for something to grade my average in my classes and when I click to video on Google your video appeared and I decide to watch it because this is my first semester and I'm going crazy not knowing what to do, although I droop my A&P course cause I found it hard it. But now with your tips and how to study also motivate me to do and not think that i can't do it because that's happen to me I give up.....( I found it hard it) 

[@empowern]

Stephanie Guzman Hi Stephanie! Sometimes all we need to do is make small changes! You are closer than you think! Just keep going :) Looking forward to seeing you on here again soon! Much Love, - Caroline

[@tonibabe99]

Omgee!! This would of been so helpful my first year BUT I know this will be helpful for second year which I start in a month. Yay!! Two semesters and I'm DONE!! Lol. This is a great video!! Thanks for the help. :)

[@empowern]

Hi Toni! Thanks so much for letting me know!! Better late than never!! Keep going strong!! Your so close ;) See you soon!! xoxo - Caroline

[@chempanda]

Hi Caroline, I love the tips you gave especially the underlining your textbook. I do this and my dad says why is there so many pencil marks? Haha Do you think two NCLEX Review books is enough to use for during NS and for the actual NCLEX preparation? Do you also think that it is really important to have the most current and up to date NCLEX books for studying or can we use slightly older books from 2010 and 2011? Thank you!

[@empowern]

chempanda Hi love!! My Dad said the same thing :D It probably is ok to use slightly older books... I just get nervous that things have changed & that it might contain incorrect information. But the changes of that are slim. So I always tell students that if finances are an issue, use what you have... but if you can... I would get the most up to date one :) I hope this helps!! xoxo - Caroline

[@ajax726]

Hello :) Thank you for this video! I am in my second semester of nursing school. I used to be a straight A student before nursing school! I made it through my first semester with As and Bs somehow, but this semester is looking very bad. It has been so difficult. I got my first C in a class ever, which was so depressing. I currently hold Cs in my other two classes as well. I am going to start trying your methods right away. I am very excited to see how it goes. I am also going to listen to your audios on soundcloud. You are very inspiring, and hopefully just what I need to get through these last four weeks of this horrible semester! Thanks again!

[@empowern]

Hi Amber! It is so nice to hear from you!! Nursing school was a very difficult time for me too... but doing these things helped me a lot. I hope they help you too!! You will have to update me & let me know! Until then... study hard & stay focused. You can do this :) Looking forward to hearing from you again soon! Much Love, - Caroline