If I Was a Student Again, I'd Do This

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Student life was hard, and it's hard to get right first time. So if I had my time agian, I think I'd do things a little differently. So in this video I go through the 8 things I'd be thinking about if I could go back and do it all again. Enjoy x
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I'm 79 liker

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skillshare type of scam

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Why is how to study for exams is no longer available in skillshare?

[@Forbidden.wisdom.]

*”Do not fear having no friends. Fear having bad friends”* ~My life taught lesson

[@paridhinagar6119]

Mine too and ,I absolutely agree on that one

[@crimsondragon1241]

I don't really have much friends and feel really fine too

[@QueenQQuick2009]

agreed

[@Sumirevins]

I always had selfish and lowlife "friends". That dragged me to gutters with them so I can completely agree on that.I advice juniors to ignore those roaches ( F u radhe, vansh and Rainish) and do whateveryou can to just improve yourself. Noone is goingto save you Be your own hero.

[@QueenQQuick2009]

@@Sumirevins 💯 agree

[@EvelynMoore629]

*I don't know who needs to hear this, but don't chase comfort at the age of labor, so you won't labor at the age of comfort.*

[@EvelynMoore629]

Always put your finances in good care to ensure that your income rises. Wealthy people achieve there financial goals and acquire riches by seeking help from finance pro(s) but many claim to have achieved success themselves.

[@EvelynMoore629]

“The greater the passive income you can build, the FREER you will become.” I feel fortunate to have made productive decisions that have had a lasting impact on my life. Through my finance coach, I've accumulated over a million and recently purchased my first house in January. I've also managed to pay off my mortgage and student loans, and now I'm focused on working towards my retirement by next year.

[@ThompsonAthena10]

That’s a just approach. I’m 52 but my financial life is a mess. Any ideas will go a long way in shaping my life and finances.

[@EvelynMoore629]

I operate a wide range of investments and have achieved massive growth in my finances with the help of my financial professional, making my financial goal a reality.

[@EvelynMoore629]

Sear ch the names if you care!

[@nicyhere]

Here's a summary- 1. Learn how to manage time effectively - use calendar 2. Learn how to study efficiently 3. Study with friends - efficient, effective, enjoyable 4. With rest time not spending to study - Join Clubs and Societies 5. Learn Skills in the Universal Toolbox - example - Public Speaking, Negotiation, Video Editing 6. Experiment with Side Hustles 7. Take more photos 8. Surround yourself with energisers cause it's all about energy. Enjoy😊

[@freeziski]

thanks

[@dilinapramodya]

Thanks

[@shadisofi2005]

Thanks❤

[@nIthinudumala]

Thank you bro

[@joebloggs8292]

Gracias mate

[@mk30258]

I say this almost in tears, your study videos playlist completely changed my life. I went from failing my AS levels to the point of being asked to leave college, to getting into one of the top medical universities in the country.

[@mk30258]

Thank you

[@cuppiee]

congratulations bro. well done man!!! keep that up I wish you the best frfr

[@mk30258]

@cuppiee Thanks bro! I'm halfway through my first year and I'm still applying his techniques.

[@thanosthemadtitan5518]

Who asked you to leave college? The university teachers themselves? That's brutal

[@jiayuclip]

im so proud of you! you're amazing

[@markus_rut]

YOU CHANGED ME! I started watching your videos in the end of my Bachelors. And since then I changed so much. I am now a top 5 % student in my program while only studying before noon. And I attribute a huge portion of this to your videos. They set the beginning of my self-development journey.

[@hetpatel7107]

no bad

[@vikiralbovska356]

What are you studying?

[@m-umar-amir]

Yeah Study from Sunrise to like 1-2pm. It is the Best Time.

[@markus_rut]

@@m-umar-amir totally agreee. Leaves some free time to enjoy other thibgs :)

[@HiHi-ek1dd]

@@m-umar-amir cool, will try using that.

[@Mohammedamer-pd1sb]

You are the example who smashed the usual medical student stereotype image that goes like study,study,study study,sleep repeat!. Kudos to you Ali.. I just changed my mindset to focus on grasping information, making memories, having fun, and learning skills and stop worrying about getting honors in subjects.. Again it was wonderful to see that video.. all the best to you ❤

[@nightshades18]

Really appreciate your consistency with much needed videos, keep them coming They've helped me a lot as a student Much love

[@bilaltariq7218]

I think your videos are the most efficient stuff I consume on social media. Thanks for such efforts Ali. God bless you.

[@living_authentic]

I love Alis energy! Been the same amazing kind person since years!

[@AbdulRehman-fg7nb]

Thank you Ali for the wonderful video. I graduated with my PhD 10 years ago but I really enjoyed the video. I can’t wait to play this video for my daughters when they get to senior school.

[@isaravictoria]

I love it. Finally a strategy that I understand, and I can put in practice. You're the best!

[@ameldz5032]

You literally motivated me dr Ali , you are truly an energiser ..I'll spend more watching your videos and working as well .. good luck in your career too.🌷

[@meghan2353]

for me to look back on: 1. learn how to manage time effectively (live by your calendar) 2. learn how to study efficiently 3. study with friends 4. join clubs and societies 5. learn skills in the universal toolbox (public speaking, negotiation, video editing etc) 6. experiment with side hustles 7. take more photos 8. surround yourself with energisers (people who raise your energy instead of damping it)

[@heheboi1212]

He is not just a KZbinr. He's our brother❤

[@haiyangzhang7064]

This is exactly the video I want ! Ali you have so many many good videos to watch! Thank you !

[@Fran-or3lt]

Ali, having watched every one of your videos from day one on YT, I can say this is amongst your very best.

[@lalawmpuiivangchhia4552]

I am currently a college student and I have the same problems, this video came just in time. It was extremely helpful and practical. Thank you Ali❤ And that clip of you singing though😂😂

[@shumailasiddiqui-gu7qi]

I love all the videos you create. Please keep making videos. I pressed like without even watching it. Now I'm watching and it's amazing!

[@meaj7969]

Thank you Ali❤️ this means a lot to me.

[@anushkaalawa5337]

I want to hug you 💗💗 Hi, I'm a 1st-year med student I am struggling a lot with time management but after watching your video I think I can do it.❤️

[@MannanEpic]

Thanks for making this amazing video bro. Really liked the video and the things shared 😊

[@sharonhalder3199]

I like how he gets to the point and talks understandably fast n I don't have to speed it up or skip parts

[@maadamesu]

Thank you so much. Recently, I have been struggling with my studies and life. This video helped me so much ❤

[@lux-nocopyrightmusic]

You change my life ... in the good! Thanks !

[@dominikwierzchowski1567]

One of the Best videos I’ve ever watched . Will keep it and play to my little one before he go to uni. Very good advices

[@MohitMehta-od4bi]

Thanks for sharing your experiences'lessons with all of us.

[@muhammad-if1xp]

Watching Ali Abdaal is enjoyable and educative

[@stefanstechlab]

Worth my time. Definitely going to implement all you said in the video.

[@behnamyosufi3800]

That last four pieces of advice were top-notch for the people who are naive at making friends, and for people who just want to fit in! Thank you - so much to learn, so little time : )

[@mike7010]

I love the way you give your viewers strategies in life, it's super useful

[@KajalSingh-lc5bk]

Thank u so much !!😊 Your video always motivate me for study!!🙇‍♀️❤️🍂

[@Jay-wk2nc]

thank you for existing, ali

[@mhaakash1]

The last one especially resonated with me. Good advice.

[@fielynn7393]

I absolutely love the fact the "wasting your time" pointed out on running in circles in Oribos

[@sharongrant789]

Ali you are among the best. . Your videos have transformed my life in many ways. Thank you.

[@Kn_Dmitry]

Thank you very much for your videos! They are really helpful and enjoyable:)

[@heydrian10615]

As always thanks for the inspiration

[@boikanyontsimane8641]

Hey Ali, you probably get this every day, but you’re content has really changed my life. I started watching your content to learn how to study better and you’ve completely shifted my mindset LO what is possible to learn at uni, self learn earn money and do with my life, I really can’t thank you enough. Hope you see this, thank you man

[@ayushitomar4058]

You are the best, Ali. Loved this video.

[@Van00766]

❤❤love That.. I'm going to university soon and I will surely not miss what you gave us advice ❤

[@iyaloo_mbwale]

Love your videos, Ali❤

[@shishirdna199]

Great suggestions Abdal ❤️

[@hetpatel7107]

hello ali i am currrently doing medicine at oxford. Your videos are very much like what im doing in uni now

[@vibes3332]

I've seen the first calender technique in your previous videos and I tried...it is life changing scheduling almost everything is very beneficial it helped in my ability of decision making and helped staying active and focus .

[@Deeividy1]

Nice video as always!

[@josephgarza9225]

Has anyone told you that your amazing? Because oh my lord you are amazing. I always appreciate your channel.

[@rkivery]

you're changing lives every day Ali

[@Syed_Shahzil]

Really Loved your video @aliabdaal In Sha Allah gonna apply all these in my uni life.

[@Najmul-Huda-Mahfuj]

Brother! I am your big fan from Bangladesh 🇧🇩 Thank you very much this video uploaded just 5 minutes ago

[@tickgram4093]

thank you for making this video🙏🙏

[@A-Better-Version-Of-Myself]

Unfortunately, there is no going back. There is no way to change the past. There is no point in regretting about what your life could have been if ... All we can do is focus on how to be the best version of ourselves NOW. That's what I encourage everyone to do. I wish the best of luck to everyone reading this!

[@user-dx3ku1dl6d]

Your videos are calming

[@TomOlePetersen]

Can we take a second to appreciate how nicely the videos are made at this point? Really well edited!

[@on9francisyu]

He is really into making his videos look very good.

[@patrycjazegis6970]

Love your videos !!

[@animelover1000]

Bro i want to say one thing: you're doing a fabulous job 😊😊

[@mdabusaqibalamansari9979]

Very beneficial video. Thanks ❤

[@kaiipop4762]

I’m 20 and going to go back to uni this year to finish my final year and will definitely be using this advice :)

[@raniakhan9630]

Happy to see you after long

[@tanzim6060]

Thank you sir , it's very informative .

[@adibhanna]

I still remember when you had < 20k subs. it's really cool to see how you changed

[@msh9]

Words "It's less about time management and more about energy management"

[@KendallKnaus]

Thanks, Ali- I am 60 years young & an avid fan of your channel & content- You inspire me! I believe this wonderful advice applies to all- to seize the day to enjoy others, learn more, try challenging concepts- Passing this on 😊 Again, thank you 😊 Keep up the amazing work!

[@SimonLiftsLife]

absolutely! Although i sincerely wished i did these during my uni times!

[@rohit-zq4gc]

Wow sir!

[@XiaoCebo]

1. Be intentional with your time 2. Learn how to study efficiently 3. Study with friends 4. Join clubs & societies 5. Learn universal skills 6. Experiment with side hustles 7. Take more photos 8. Surround yourself with people who raise your energy

[@linovation572]

Thx for sharing❤

[@Ger954]

One thing ive found makes the time to find the correct answer to any question faster is to ask yourself hiw do i know im right to anything you come up with and verifying how right u are and fix what is not

[@szymonmirek6389]

Avoid people that dumpen you energy levels. Last point is to avoid depressed people ;-;. I know you want to earn as much money as possible but empathy is important too ;-;

[@deryakurnaz8305]

When referencing corporate America, he said “They don’t really care about you as they make it seem” realest thing he said...I’ve seen experienced it first hand in the DMV. Black ppl aren’t really respected in corporate America. Glad that he was able to get out of there and become his own boss MYSTICFLIP

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[@mercyapolot7757]

Thank you for thisss

[@huyenmai1264]

Anh here's is my summary: 1. manage your time efficiently( built up calender for each day ( intend to time"s wake up, time's studying, time's go to the lecture, time's w friend, time's going out and enjoy atmospher around) 2. how to study efficiently ( by a period of same time, but having a person study a lot compare to another person) 3. study w friend ( 20 mins study And 5mins fun) 4. study skills( editing video, speak out in front of public, teamwork, office information,...) 5. Take more photo 6.experiment w side hustle

[@___LiterallyMe]

Awesome man 🙌🏻😎🔥

[@theenergyhacker]

Omg you are amazing!

[@NeilLewin]

YES... this video is so on point. Loads of great advice for any stage of life too really, it's not limited to students by any means. Great content as ever - thanks :-)

[@allmusic_55]

I am starting my uni after 2 weeks. Thank god I found this video at the right time.

[@Maxhindle]

Prioritising our goals our super powerful… these strategies are clearly very good as it’s all worked haha!!

[@hassanikamel1589]

We have learned from you what school did not teach us, thanks ✌️

[@devaarguelles]

You are amazing ❤

[@epewpew]

Great Video 👍 But please make one more video about the most important tools for the universal toolbox!

[@Lihis2]

Amazing video again🔥

[@youtrain_]

As someone starting med school in 2 months, definitely saving this video haha

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One of the best videos

[@chrisdickersonfilms]

Kids in school who discover your channel have such an advantage! Wish I had all this content coming up😂😂😂

[@ItsDeveshA]

Well, this coming year I would be heading to the University-so thanks for the word Ali, always love your vids man😁

[@lucaslacarra1060]

Keep on doing your thing man! Very useful. What are some of your favorite productivity books?

[@astrobuzzy]

About to start my 11th grade, thanks Ali for the stuff all told in this video!

[@riddhijain8158]

Mee too starting it

[@bkmanand]

​@@riddhijain8158Do you guys doing what he said?? It's been 5 months

[@karunaket]

Great Video Again!!!

[@protickkhandkar]

I love you man❤️

[@phlimon4243]

thanks bro

[@sigmaworld206]

"Work is indeed worship and students should not shy away from hard work."

[@AryanPeram]

Some people would think "Oh this is just for university students, doesn't apply to me." I am in the eight grade and there are stuff that I could use from this, in fact, I am following some of them.

[@meryemjaaidan2637]

Amazing video ! 📘

[@lashuthierry9869]

Shout out to your Videographer and the person who edits these videos 🙌🙌🙌🙌

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man, you are my role model

[@mountainmemories8425]

Your videos help ❤️🙏

[@acutepiee]

thank you 🤍

[@mirabella2154]

Super useful video. 👍

[@cherrydownunder]

Hey Ali, your vlog is the only one that i watch that i need to reduce the pace down to 0.75x to totally consume your content 🤣really inspired, thank u for sharing. Trying to grow my youtube channel while being a fulltime student too

[@geoffrey4935]

Very heart touching 💝😃

[@dzmitrym8028]

Thanks, Ali.

[@KalsoomIjaz]

Please make tutorials on how you edit videos specially shorts, they are amazing!!! 😍