February 2023 Reset and Plan with Me - PhD Student Monthly Planning and Goal Setting

TL;DR

Kira discusses her plans for the month of February, including taking time off, setting goals, and sharing her favorite things from January.

Transcript

thank you hello everyone and welcome back to my channel I know it's been a while we will barely get into that but this video is all about saying goodbye to the month of over committing over consumption over indulgence over thinking over working that was January we're over it let's move on let's take on February and try and see what we can do a litt... Read More

Key Insights

• ❓ Kira experienced burnout in December due to a combination of various commitments and stresses.
• ☺️ February is an exciting month for Kira, with planned time off and opportunities to relax and enjoy herself.
• 🧑‍🏫 Kira's goals for February include focusing on her PhD, teaching courses, and reengaging with her YouTube brand.
• 🥅 She also highlights the importance of personal goals, such as managing finances and improving personal well-being.
• 🧑‍💼 Kira's favorite things from January include practical and enjoyable items, TV shows, office interactions, and podcasts on psychology and personal growth.

Questions & Answers

Q: What led to Kira's break from posting videos on her YouTube channel?

Kira experienced burnout in December, caused by taking on too many commitments such as vlogmas, a new lecturing job, and writing her PhD thesis. She also faced challenges in getting back into posting videos after a break due to illness.

Q: What are some of Kira's goals for February?

Kira's goals for February include progressing on her PhD thesis, creating lectures for her AI course, managing tasks related to her business, and being more active on YouTube and Instagram. She also wants to focus on improving her financial situation and reducing TV consumption.

Q: What are some of Kira's favorite things from January?

Kira's favorite things from January include receiving an electric hot water bottle, having high-quality bath towels, enjoying TV shows like "White Lotus" and "Criminal Minds," appreciating going to the office and interacting with people, and listening to podcasts like "The Psychology of Your 20s" and "Super Bloom."

Q: How does Kira plan to balance her various commitments and still take care of herself?

Kira plans to share her schedule for the current term in her next video. She aims to demonstrate how she balances her multiple roles and responsibilities while ensuring she has a life and takes care of herself.

Summary & Key Takeaways

• Kira reflects on how she burned out in December due to various commitments and stresses, leading to a break from posting videos on her channel.

• She discusses her excitement for February and plans to take time off, including a trip to Edinburgh and visiting her dad in Galway.

• Kira outlines her goals for the month, which include progress on her PhD, teaching courses, and focusing on her YouTube brand. She also mentions personal goals related to finances, health, and personal growth.