the inevitable stress of essay season

[@RubyGranger8]

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[@KimPhilby-l8f]

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[@emilielinstewart]

SO HAPPY when my fav youtubers take actual breaks and prioritize their mental health over posting!! Means that when they do decide to come back to it, it is a genuine love.

[@RubyGranger8]

This is such an enlivening comment 🥺 thank you x

[@silvialogan9226]

Ruby, you should not be guilty about not filming. You are very busy with the MA in English and you have a lot of essays due which are not easy. I know what a Master's degree is like because I did for two years and it is constant work. It feels like a full-time job.

[@aidibao505]

Dear Ruby, thank you so much for uploading again. Even though I doubt you will ever see this, I wanted you to know how much I appreciate your videos. They make me so much more productive and happy. I can’t imagine how stressful college life is for you, us viewers really appreciate you coming out of your way to make videos for us. Please come to Ireland someday (especially Dublin) there are many hidden literary jewels found everywhere. Best wishes to you always, Aidi ❤

[@thenoobalmighty8790]

Haha, yeah RUBY GRANGER is pretty cool

[@dees3179]

I’m oddly proud of you, dear stranger on the internet, for taking care of yourself and being open about it. Thank you for setting a good example. Hope it’s going well.

[@sprivaRRT]

You should never have to apologize for putting your self-care, your schoolwork first. I have been a fan for years and so proud of you. Take care of yourself and best of luck this term!

[@samanthajean790]

You’re right at the crunch point and you are under pressure. Your priority will be completing your studies and taking good care of yourself. Filming can wait! Very best wishes for getting through this season ☺️

[@eugenemorice8545]

You look knackered lass! You set yourself incredibly high standards Ruby. You're incredibly committed to your studies and you work your socks off ...Try and be kind to yourself....Sometimes just being Ruby is enough

[@deanpfeiffer3488]

I cannot explain how helpful and well timed this video was for me. I'm near the end of my third year of medical school in the US which means I'm studying for a major board exam and starting to work on my residency application while still doing my surgical rotation. I am so overwhelmed! It was such a relief to hear someone say out loud that the feeling I am having is okay. To anyone reading this in a similar situation, remember this is a temporary period of stress and it will likely all be worth it! Thanks Ruby!

[@ianmurphy9955]

Keystone habits are so important, my philosophy within self care is as long I hit 1 or 2 habits I've done well especially if I'm in a phase of not wanting to do anything

[@dischannel7248]

6:24 The charger has begun to initiate it's seasonal frollicking across the wooden table

[@Merve77772]

I completely get that you took a short break from KZbin this month. I had to had in three term papers this month as well and yeah... everything else kind of sidelines. I'm happy you are back though. Your videos are such a comfort.

[@Computra]

What a healthy post about prioritizing what you need to get yourself through stressful times. Thank you for not portraying that we can just do it all. We cannot do it all! We must curate our lives.

[@jasoncromwell4206]

Thank you so much for your honesty, Ruby!!!! We live in a world where there's so much pressure to always look like we have it all together on Social Media. It's refreshing when someone is honest and says they don't always have it together or like you they have anxiety around filming sometimes. It goes to show none of us is perfect and some days we just don't feel like playing along. From the most famous person you can think of to everyone else has days when they struggle with things or presenting a pretty picture to the world. The only difference is they don't give up completely. I hope everything went well with your exams and Essays.

[@biblilio]

Zotero is so useful, I don’t know how you managed to do your studies without it !! Once you know how to use it, it’s lifechanging. You can also take notes directly on the document, export citations, etc.

[@helenaantonia510]

Do you mean taking notes in form of those sticky notes? Or is there another way? I‘ve just recently started using Zotero

[@Squigsnwiggs]

@@helenaantonia510 when you highlight sections of text, you can add an annotation (i.e., text) to that highlight. You can also add tags to your annotations so that you can find it easier later. Also, there is a panel you can bring up in a given text that will show all your annotations for that text (for which you can also search by tag or highlight color). I hope this helps!

[@claraclarke8642]

It's so nice to see you, Ruby! So sorry to hear you're feeling anxious, but glad you are taking care of yourself! A master's is so stressful and you are handling it with such grace. Wishing all of the best to you! 💖

[@nnicollan]

Your pep talk on prioritizing came at the right moment, needed it. Hang in there!

[@veranikakv]

I watch your videos when I need motivation to start working in my own assignments (sort of guilt-tripping myself but in a good way). You are a constant reminder to me that education is privilege and should be approached with joy

[@LolaFaraday72]

good luck with your assignments!

[@coffeenpages]

I think it's just the timing for everyone in Uni. It's nearing the end of the semester and the pressure is on! May everyone get through it and remember that you deserve to take little breaks as well

[@anerley123]

Thank you for being so honest and real. That's why I love your channel.

[@robin231176]

Great to have you back, you were missed. But please don't stress about not uploading, it is not your duty...it is our pleasure.

[@marjorie8648]

Dear Ruby, so glad you are home. I hope you take time to relax and that you have both gentle rain and sunshine to lift your spirits.

[@melmagalhaes6357]

it's totally understandable that you took some time off! Don't ever worry about it

[@RubyGranger8]

🤍

[@subarnamohanty8268]

What an amazing idea to change study locations for the newness when the study material is repetitive !

[@randomquestions7741]

Congratulations! On getting Oxford You are a gift to Oxford. You don't deserve Oxford, Oxford deserves you! I like your accent btw 😊

[@lurspops1517]

I love the blue light that's coming through the windows of the library! I don't really love rain but I'm trying to put a positive spin on our weather!

[@joelharris4399]

Yes, it does feel like a long time. A useful way to manage stress involves not setting personal expectations either too high, or too low for the sake of your head space. You're going for the middle ground. Let the focus be not so much on the novelty of your essay, you are after all participating in an on-going discursive dialogue with scholars past and present; but on how well supported, persuasive and moving your writing is and everything else will fall into place. You are the author of your reality

[@musikhamster01]

Don't ever start to worry because of taking breaks! It's natural and a good thing to do! Always listen to yourself and what your body tells you - that's the only way to stay healthy in the long run.

[@bookthoughtswitheilish]

Hope your essays went well for you and you can rest around Easter now! Love seeing the library/cafe hopping, that was my favorite part about Uni ☺

[@hafsan6023]

It’s been three days I have found your channel and I am rewatching every single video and yes I found so much motivation to study for my upcoming exam I wish I could found your channel way earlier 😢 much love Ruby keep the good work 😍😍❤️❤️💕💕✨✨

[@samanthajean790]

Good luck for your exam! ☺️

[@hafsan6023]

@@samanthajean790 thanks 🙏

[@alchemisthere]

So relatable. After studying and finishing it, we feel good and it's always worth it to put in the work as long as it's fun and brings value. Things becoming interesting after discovering the core of them is awesome, maybe even seeing where you started and how much you could learn. Keep going Ruby

[@aimeewatson7730]

Yay! I have really missed watching your videos. I am glad you took some time out for yourself, this is a must. sending love x

[@milenaferraz5071]

She looks so much happier at home

[@Fintt006]

Omg I missed you so much Ruby.❤ You're amazing and a great motivator. I was just writing an essay right now. It's so stressful.😢

[@allisonpiazza2317]

I'm SO happy you're finally using Zotero! -- a librarian

[@LittleDreamer1412]

Ruby you look really tired and down, please take care of yourself and your health ❤ Hope you feel better soon!

[@LenaBossler]

Zotero was one of the most useful citation tools I have used-it carried me through the hardest parts of my master’s programme’s essays and my dissertation as well. Best of luck with everything ❤️

[@Miratisuu]

The last time that I watched your video was when you had a hard time waiting for your undergraduate acceptance letters. I was a college student back then and I always watch your videos in the past. It’s been so long and I came across of a video of you on a debate and unbelievably you actually went to Oxford for master. ❤❤❤

[@wybuchowyukomendant]

sound of the onions, my favorite

[@courtneycardini]

Dear Ruby, Please do not feel guilty about not filming. Life goes through its phases, and though you can't film all the time, we will happily await your return. Keep it up. You're doing a great job!

[@ТатьянаКоновалова-п3ы]

Я смотрела твои видео примерно семь лет назад, когда сама заканчивала школу и поступала в университет. И вот сейчас на новом аккаунте попадаются твои видео... Это такое приятное чувство ностальгии! Видеть как растут мои ровесники! Желаю тебе удачи в твоей учебе. А сейчас буду снова смотреть твои видео и всё то, что я пропустила за столько лет!

[@KMort]

Very true, as someone who doesn't care about uni at all my stress is minimal. I got comments on a paper the other day, I'm an accounting and finance student so I genuinely couldn't care less, and it was such a chill time to read through them.

[@Summer-xw8xn]

Ruby, you inspire us so much. Thank you for trying! If you're not comfortable or feel more stressed or anxious whenever you're filming, please prioritize yourself, especially on your mental health. Your subscribers can wait, we will wait for you. I hope you'll feel better soon after your busy schedule. We love you!

[@mypradasatthecleanerss]

I know you must feel a considerable amount of pressure to upload videos, but honestly as a viewer it doesn’t matter! Given I’ve subscribed, your videos come through to my subscription feed anyway and this is the section of KZbin I go to the most. Basically what I’m saying is, I’ll watch your stuff as and when it drops

[@JohnBarratt2750]

I like to see you alone in the deserted library, Ruby. I love to be in empty places - they have such a special atmosphere. I love the solitude of an empty church. Lovely to see you again, but don't worry about us lot. Your studies are imperative. We can re watch your older videos while we wait!

[@LikeClockworkify]

Look after yourself, Ruby. It's okay to get sleep. It's okay to eat good, nourishing meals. It's okay to feel like you're slogging or not excited. The good thing about being in this period of life is that we get to call more of the shots for the things we do and don't truly enjoy. Sometimes that means pushing through. Other times that means changing our minds about what we think we like and what we actually want to do. This applies to academics. In the event you're not liking your studies this time around, for whatever reason, that's honest and human. Your value as a person is not diminished. Anyway, have a good weekend. Please take care.

[@TheLadySomerset]

Thanks Ruby! I’ve love pretending I’m studying at Oxford via your wonderful videos. I think most people have times of overwhelm and anxiety - thank you for sharing - you continue to motivate and inspire even when you are feeling a bit rubbish ❤

[@millieb3823]

Thank you for this! Im a second year at uni and I have had 6 reports and essays to do, its been so stressful and anxiety inducing, I have my family and friends to help but it is just so comforting knowing others feel the same, I know it will all work out but it is so hard sometimes! ❤❤

[@Sophia-fx6zm]

Oh gosh!!!! I understand you soooo much about this “cardigan under the coat” feeling😭💔❤️‍🩹

[@gwenhughes8650]

I'm sorry you've been feeling anxious Ruby! Please don't feel obligated or pressured to film! This should be fun and we never want it to feel like a chore❤

[@emptyness7]

I'm so happy we get to see you again! Wonderful rest of the week for you too, Ruby ❤❤

[@ambarrose]

Take your time, Ruby. It's a big moment, you have a ton of things going on. Focus on what feels important at a given time.

[@Regusa]

Good luck for this busy season. You did well to take time for yourself, your mental health and overall well being is important. This vlog, especially the ending, was very soothing, and your words so beautifully curated. Thank you so much for that ✨

[@rimjhimyadav4464]

currently dealing with papers and competitive exams, crossing through ongoing stress, saving this video for a hearty break where you and i are going to virtually bond.

[@carolinetonkyn6979]

We love your videos Ruby but fully understand when you need a break. Please don't feel stressed we will all still be here! xx

[@jsterling6805]

Missed your videos immensely and figured you were really busy at studies. Very glad to know you are ok. Essays and research papers were always rather stressful but once completed you feel very profound relief. When your great grades are returned on your hard work you will be very proud. We all know you definitely will do well. Wishing you the best. P.S. the architecture and scenery of the University and town are beautiful.

[@comfortreadsJess]

I did notice you weren't posting on KZbin, and you were certainly missed, but there was never a moment I or anyone else didn't immediately understand. You're an Oxford student! You are bound to get busy and bound to get overwhelmed from time to time. Take whatever time you need whenever you need it x

[@readingwithrebekah]

So happy u are taking care of yourself❤❤ When life gets busy no one can do it all and so you’ve right to prioritize.

[@jacquifisher3129]

I've started postgraduate study this year (part time) and love going through your videos for inspiration. You're doing so well Ruby 🥰

[@32446]

You’re back ❤. It’s so good to see you. You look tired and fed up. I hope you have a lovely Easter and a good rest.

[@annabellejones2257]

Hey Ruby, a masters degree is super intense, you get just a year to do it so no wonder you’re feeling overwhelmed. You’re doing so well though and i hope you feel better soon x

[@Lin-1785]

Supportive empathy to all the stressed students out there. I'm so glad you speak to self-awareness and self-acceptance and give such good advice. Also going to humble-brag: I was lucky enough to see poet Mark Strand, although he was lecturing on painter Edward Hopper, not reading from his work. Fellow grad student and I fully admitted to our crushes on him. Gorgeous man. Great poet. I really do love Hopper as well!

[@amyremington381]

Ruby, you are such a lovely and inspiring lady! I feel such companionship watching your videos because of your deep love of learning, earnest scholarship, and your exacting standards! Enjoy your studies and update us as you can. You are precious and deserve the time you need to cherish your time at Oxford! Blessing to you, our friend across the pond! ❤

[@MariaMedeiros]

Ruby! Missed your videos so much! I can relate so much with what you said. Taking a break and going with what you feel is so important. Thank you for sharing your honest feelings. I wish you all the best with your essays. Lots of positivity and best wishes your way! ❤

[@msushi98]

I’m really grateful you share the ups AND downs of your academic experience. I’m in the lowest of lows in my final semester of my degree (the last degree too!) and your videos give me that little extra push to keep going :)

[@LeChapeaute]

Combining Jo's wandrini music and birdsong to accompany your voice while performing the poem was a calming respite to my ears.

[@ellenkarlsson9490]

Zotero is great! I started using it in my last year of my bachelor's. Every time I read a paper, even just the abstract, I save it to Zotero so that I can easily find it later. I can't imagine writing anything without Zotero now.

[@bea4954]

Ruby, your videos are so inspiring to all viewers, I was so worried when you weren't posting - I was beggining to think you had stopped KZbin!

[@WWS322]

Your enthusiasm never ceases to amaze me. Your channel is one of my favorites. Greetings from the USA. It was rainy here today. I don't like rainy days as much as when I was on the bottom floor. Strange, but true.

[@carolynmiles2067]

Good luck with everything Ruby. I am in awe of your work ethic.

[@hanjissidegirl8672]

Ruby you have no idea how happy your videos make me feel! I'm a 4th year going through GCSEs for the first time and the stress is unlike anything I've ever felt, but your videos never fail to give me that boost of motivation ❤❤

[@SagaUtbult]

You have a great storytelling voice. I would love to hear an audiobook told by you🥰

[@SeerOfTime577]

It's so great to see an upload from you, Ruby! And I hope you know you may take as much time you need when it comes to not uploading; KZbin/vlogging is something that should bring you joy and not feel like pulling teeth! Sometimes our brains just need to focus on other things for a while. I just want to say your videos have been such a highlight of my weeks during my first semester of college, and for the year or so I've been following you! I hope your essays go smoothly. ❤ I am on that essay grind, as well!

[@NZExperience]

My MSc at Imperial was breathless. You definitely need to take time for yourself.

[@mariamhesham8476]

I was rewatching harry potter and i remembered your old video on it it gave me such a beautiful vibes ,it has been many years since then! you've grown so much! Love you ruby🥹❤️❤️

[@sydneyhart]

Welcome back girl! And yes, it’s essay season.

[@ebrukson]

We'll always support what you need! A bit of a ramble in a video, or a vlog break; do what you need! No need to apologize. I hope your referencing app helped. I was reminded of all the times you mentioned referencing is your least favorite part Haha

[@crumblecrumble99]

it's very okay and fine if you need a break from filming! we will be here when you come back, only if you want to :)

[@cran6erry]

The best motivation channel for me

[@G_YX0]

always like your videos and very glad to see your new post. same stress period for final essays, keep working on it and be happy.

[@ladymallowyt]

Ruby, you're always so humble. Don't worry about uploading regularly. We understand you have a lot to enjoy and soak in studying at Oxford. You work hard everyday, it's okay to take some time away. Also, I feel the exact same way as you. I prefer to study in a library that has less people 😅

[@Nate1975]

Don’t worry, girlie. Focus on your essays and finishing the course ❤

[@gabyberron1916]

Rubyyy! I missed you!!! Thank you for uploading, but truly, I think we all understand you are busy and most likely stressed, girl you're stuying in Oxford!!! We understand! We are just so happy that you are achieving your dreams!

[@jarrodsio]

I love Zotero. It is such a time-saving application.

[@limeparticle]

Glad to see you back, you were missed! ❤

[@josiebobi]

Hi Ruby, thank you so much for your advice, especially on the non-negotiables. It made me realised that I haven't been looking after my mental health as well. I really hope that you are doing better now. Please do not pressure yourself to film and upload

[@christiannahuber2201]

Zotero saved my butt in my masters program. It's super useful and the auto generated citations and work cited/bibliography is wonderful.

[@alexisscudder3030]

So glad you're back! Definitely keep vlogging only when it makes you happy. Also, so happy that you're loving Zotero; it's my favorite reference manager as a PhD student!

[@billoddy5637]

Welcome back, Ruby. It is a joy to see you return! 😊

[@victoriah.2083]

Ruby dear, 💑, tho' we miss the uploading, we understand how much pressure and stress (self-induced) to meet those deadlines happens. And you want to give it your all. We get it. But, Yes. Pls. Talk a walk. Nap. Set priorities. Then break them. Then reset. Whatever you need- to stay the course. Pacing is everything. You will do wonderfully. And are! ❤️

[@justamberreading]

Had a really stressful week so far so this video was a lovely surprise. I am also working on my prospectus and draft. I am wishing you the best on your studies!

[@poetrybysuhashani__]

as always such a lovely watch ✨. i really resonated with what you said as sometimes, we have to rearrange & give focus to what requires our immediate attention for example, your essays. i've got my last set of examinations in qualifying as a lawyer in the next two months! So stopped filming videos in the beginning of this year (even though i felt my channel was finally reaching engagement). i love filming but i've also worked too hard & completed too many exams, to risk not giving my all by studying & pacing myself; instead of needing to film. anyways, good luck! 🕊

[@MykolaNaichuk]

Take your time and good luck with your studies!🙂

[@tanishasorte3047]

missing those videos where u used to show ur room and it used to be a productive study day❤

[@becca0668]

Yeah this whole Oxford season has been so different......miss the old and creative videos. Now they seem all the same things. Usually only sponsored too I noticed.

[@tanishasorte3047]

@@becca0668 exactly! I remeber watching her 8 hour productive study days in the morning in her house with the chirping of those birds and the garden and the sky and everything. So good!

[@penultimateh766]

I'm glad you're being challenged in your studies Ruby. I'm not sure you always got that in undergrad. You're awesome.

[@joannasweelife]

Always happy to see you when you are able to post. I've been having a miserable day at work and decided to stop and watch this. You bring me a sense of calm that was much needed in this moment. Please take care and best of luck on your essays.

[@stephenfairweather3985]

"library hopping" ... sighs in envy. Good to have you back, Ruby.

[@_inhisbluegardens]

Hope you're feeling better, Ruby! It's nice to see you again. Remember to keep taking care of yourself - and read something for fun! 📚🫖

[@TheDentistryDiary]

What an absolute delight to see a new video 🤓 Im currently revising for my exams so this is going to be a treat today to watch after todays busy session. Hope all went well Ruby ☺

[@samanthajean790]

Good luck! 🍀

[@TheDentistryDiary]

@@samanthajean790 thank you

[@RW7266]

Thank you for another chilled video. I love your images of Oxford, especially the evening scenes. I watched a video on Emanuel Kant yesterday (from 'After Skool'), and Kant makes you look disorganised. However, it had been recommended by a friend who dispairs at my unstructured and disordered life. I told him I'm slowly being trained by Ruby Granger to be efficient and productive. And today, you produced a new video. Once you graduate, take a some time out to make films on beautiful libraries around the world. I love the enthusiasm with which you describe Oxford's libraries and your poetry.