Bloom Theory

Choosing a Thesis Lab | Tips + Advice :) Mar 11, 2024

Hi guys! Today I compiled a few tips and some advice on choosing rotations and a thesis lab/research mentor. It can be a big decision so today I am talking through a few points that helped me in choosing a the right lab!

Q&A: Finding Motivation, Study Tips, Qualifying Exams Mar 01, 2024

Hey friends of the internet! Today I am doing a fun lil Q&A, answering questions you asked me on instagram. Let's talk all about exams, finding motivation, and travelling to conferences :)

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@gillian_sci / @gilliandea (instagram)

We're Back! School, Life, and Podcast Plans! Feb 23, 2024

Hello my lovely friends! It has been WAY too long since I published a podcast. I took a much needed hiatus, but now I am back and so excited to go! Today I talk about why I took a break, updates on the PhD life, and exciting plans for the future of my podcast.

Oh! and I made a science instagram/ tiktok if you wanna be friends :) Go give it a follow: @gillian_sci

Surviving the 1st year of the PhD! with Hopkins student Anna Brennan Jun 29, 2023

From balancing classes and lab, to being territorial over your pipets (iykyk), Anna Brennan spills the tea on the highs and lows of her first year as a PhD student at Johns Hopkins University!

@gilliandea

@itsannabrennan

Music: Envato Elements

Tags: Phd student, student life tips, study tips, science and research

Healing Your Relationship with Food w/ @atewithAP May 18, 2023

Today on the podcast I invite my foodie friend, Alexis Peters to talk all about her education on food and nutrition science, her relationship with food and starting a foodie instagram, and of course her favorite places to eat in Williamsburg! Socials: Alexis: @atewithAP Gillian: @gilliandea

PhD Diaries: A Year in Review | Mental health, life balance, and mindset May 12, 2023

Hello friends! I am back with another episode today discussing what I have learned in the past year of my PhD. I talk mental health, making friends, and the academic lifestyle so far in my PhD.

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@gilliandea

Music: Envato Elements

Handling Burnout and Balancing Academics with @erhatheexplorer! Apr 27, 2023

Hey everyone! Today on the podcast I have the lovely Erha, a chemical engineering PhD candidate at the University of Delaware. Today we talk ALL about the hustle culture in academia, handling burnout, dealing with haters, and how to still find time to travel and have fun in a busy life!

Go follow erha on socials:

Instagram: @erhatheexplorer

TikTok: @erhatheexplorer

Website: erhatheexplorer.com

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Instagram: @gilliandea

Tiktok/youtube: @thelifeofgill

Starting a STEM-Focused Small Business with @phdoodleshop Apr 20, 2023

Hi friends! Today I am on the mic with Dr. Melanie Girard, an immunologist and business owner of Phdoodleshop. In this episode, she discusses how and why she began her small business amid the final year of her PhD, why she encourages having a creative outlet, and her future plans for the business.

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Instagram: @phdoodleshop

TikTok: @phdoodleshop

Website: www.phdoodleshop.com

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Instagram: @gilliandea

Tiktok: thelifeofgill

Youtube: thelifeofgill

A Spring Reset + Staying on Track Apr 13, 2023

Hello friends! This time of year everyone is looking forward to spring and the promise of summer. Today I am talking about staying on track with your goals amid the vacations, and some things I plan on doing in preparation for this new season!

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Tiktok/Yutube: @lifeofgill

Music: Envato Elements

In my Healing Era + Tips on building confidence Feb 16, 2023

A lot of times, we are our own worst enemy. We allow ourselves to believe what others say about us, and what’s worse is that it can be amplified in our own minds. Then the way we think of ourselves can be a downward spiral. Really try and find some time to REFLECT. Look back on what you can change, what you can learn, and what you can do in order to be happy. Find that time for yourself --and I promise you, things will get better, and you might find some things about yourself that you didn’t know before.

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YouTube: @thelifeofgill

PhD diaries: first semester reflection Jan 26, 2023

today let's talk about life updates: what I've learned this semester, halfway thru my first rotation, and thoughts on working out early/daily habits 💭

My fitness journey: A mindset shift Jan 12, 2023

Hello beautiful friends! today we discuss my personally fitness journey and how important it is to protect your mindset surrounding fitness. During the New Year, let's start our fitness goals with a healthy and strong mindset with the confidence to achieve our goals!

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Music: envato elements

ACTUALLY stick to your 2023 resolutions Jan 05, 2023

Change up the way you are attacking your goals for this year so that you can set yourself up to actually accomplish them! I think that people get so overwhelemed with their goals but then don’t set themselves up to succeed. I hope that after listening to this podcast you will feel confident that you have a great shot at accomplishing those goals this year! Follow Me: @gilliandea Music: envato elements

'That Girl' Mood Board: New Year's resolutions, goal-setting, and reflections Dec 29, 2022

Hello my friends here I am again bringing you some mood board inspiration for this winter! I hope that this encourages you to at least put down your manifestations and goals for the season on paper. This always helps me to accomplish my goals by making them visible reminders to see everyday :) Share this podcast or rate if you liked it!

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Music: envato elements

Feeling burnt out? Same. Dec 19, 2022

It is the end of the semester so I know I’m not alone in starting to feel burnout so today I have compiled some things on how I try to prevent burnout and keep your motivation (and sanity) during a busy time. Because when you are busy and pushing yourself, you need to be mindful that burnout is inevitable, but there are ways to prevent yourself from getting stuck and burnt out every time your schedule or life gets a little chaotic because we can’t accomplish our goals and dreams when we are constantly burnt out.

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Music: enviro elements

A nerdy holiday wishlist :) Dec 03, 2022

I was in the holiday spirit and decided to talk about nerdy holiday wishlist for today's episode! Send this to all your friends and family if they need a little hint or if you are doing a secret santa exchange with your nerd friends :) I also talk about life recently, spotify wrapped, and my first semester of my PhD.

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Products mentioned:

lab goggles: https://amzn.to/3umRiAz

Giant Microbes: https://www.giantmicrobes.com/us/

Two Photon: @twophoton

Where the crawdads sing (amazon): https://amzn.to/3usFGvH

Love hypothesis (amazon): https://amzn.to/3OZvAvY

MildLiner Highlighters: https://amzn.to/3VLLdt5

Planners--

Papier: https://www.papier.com

Mochigram: @mochigrams

Music: envato elements

Be Intentional: adult relationships and getting out of your slump Nov 17, 2022

As you get older things get harder. Friendships get harder, relationships get harder, time becomes limited, and you feel like you don’t have time for what you want to achieve. Today on the podcast we discuss how important it is as an adult to be intentional.

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Music: envato elements

Imposter Syndrome: why it's a GOOD thing! Oct 27, 2022

Hello my friends! Today we are doing a deep dive about feeling imposter syndrome! Getting over it, why we feel this way, and why it actually might

PhD Diaries: My study routine :) Oct 13, 2022

Happy friday eve my friends! Today I am going over my current study routine as a PhD student, my current struggles so far this semester, and ways that you can optimize your study habits.

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Music: envato elements

"That Girl" Fall Vision Board | Setting goals and romanticizing life Sep 22, 2022

Happy fall my friends! Get your Pinterest boards ready! Today on the pod I am putting together a fall mood board with my aspirations and goals for this fall. I think that in order to put yourself in the right mindset of something it is important to surround yourself with an environment that will make you succeed and reach your goals. There are a lot of things out of your control but certain things in your life including your habits and sometimes your environment can be changed! In order to do your best you want to optimize your surroundings to help make it the easiest path to get you where you want to be. I hope that this episode will inspire some of you to make changes to move towards your goals for this semester and the remainder of the year.

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Music: Envato

The Future of Astrophysics! with Emma Louden Sep 08, 2022

Emma Louden is the Founder of Space to Sparkle, an astrophysicist, and space entrepreneur who is committed to helping ambitious humans find their place in space. As an astrophysics Ph.D. candidate at Yale University, Emma studies the geometry of exoplanetary systems. Emma uses the kind of thinking spurred by this inquiry to help humanity develop a consciousness that puts the Solar System in context—Earth’s precarious position in the universe becomes clearer. Emma is deeply committed to sharing her passion for astronomy to spark curiosity and excitement in future scientists, especially minorities in STEM. As a sought-after speaker, Emma travels around the world as a steward of the story of the next phase of space exploration and empowers the next generation of dreamers in STEM. You can connect with her via @exoplanet_emma and @spacetosparkle

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Business: btheory.podcast@gmail.com

Music: Envato Elements

Back to school (starting my PhD?!) Sep 01, 2022

Hey y'all it's time for school! For the first time in two years I need to prepare to go back to school. In today's episode I talk about what I have been doing in preparation for my first semester of my PhD.

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Music: Envato Elements

Mentioned in this episode:

Mochithings planner: https://shop.mochithings.com/stationery/planners

Mildliner Highlighters: https://amzn.to/3KAaamN

Try Notion for free: https://www.notion.so

Try Notability: https://notability.com

Hot Girl on a Budget Aug 25, 2022

Hello fwends. Today we talk about handling your money in your 20s and why it matters! And most importantly how to feel like you are in control of your finances (so that you can do the Target runs you always want to do) Referenced: I will Teach you to be Rick Book link Dave Ramsey Book link (Total Money Makeover) Graham Stephan YouTube Channel link

Finding Your Routine: Flow, Productivity, and Habits Aug 13, 2022

In today's I discuss finding your flow and personal routine throughout the day, and how to try and stay in that routine! I talk productivity, habit formation, and staying focused :)

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Music: Envato elements

Little Miss… Anxious? Aug 05, 2022

Calling all anxious girlies! Little miss anxious discussing tips and thoughts on dealing and struggling with bouts of anxiety and stress since I seem to always be in my anxiety era Follow me: @gilliandea Music: Envato Elements

Put THIS on Your Med School Application with Oscar Chatain Jul 29, 2022

Hello everyone! In today's podcast we have Oscar Chatain joining us! We are getting allll the details on a successful application for med school, as well as the why Oscar chose DO vs MD. Keep listening to here all his secrets to a successful application process.

Contact Oscar: oscar.chatain@gmail.com

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Music: Envato Elements

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Q&A: Life balance, choosing a career, and college study tips Jul 15, 2022

Hey friends! Today is just a question and answer style podcast where I answered your questions. I talk about study habits, having a balanced lifestyle in college, and choosing my career.

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Music:

Envato Elements

It's A Smart Girl Summer :) Jul 08, 2022

Listen up! It's a smart hot girl summer! Today I am going through my checklist of smart girl summer checklist, talk about my first week of classes, and discuss my current struggles with anxiety...

DM me your favorite hack or summer bucket list:

@gilliandea

My undated planner: https://shop.mochithings.com/products/93336

Flora app: https://flora.appfinca.com/en/

My recording mic: https://amzn.to/3P6lw2U

Music: Envato Elements

Why Not Med School?? with Brandon and Casey Jul 01, 2022

Today is a fun episode with the newly graduated Biochemistry majors Casey and Brandon! We discuss why they decided against med school, dealing with failed experiments, and preparing for a job after graduation. Go follow! @gilliandea Brandon: @branmt Casey: @caseyyfinnegan

A Reflection on My Gap Years: What I've learned Jun 23, 2022

Hi everyone :) Today I talk about my big move, ending my current job, and reflecting on my 2 gap years. I discuss why I am grateful I took gap years before graduate school, dealing with difficult coworkers, and my new mindset as I start my PhD.

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@gilliandea

Music: Envato Elements

How to Nail your Next Interview: Metacognitive strategies and Confidence Jun 09, 2022

Hi friends and new grads! In this episode I talk about my top interview tips to help you nail your next job or school interview. We talk about how to find confidence in your voice, what questions to prepare for, and my favorite metacognitive strategy I use to improve my performance on interviews. Follow me! @gilliandea Music: Envato Elements

Starting a Business at 23! With Suly Del Valle Jun 02, 2022

Today I talk with Suly Del Valle about her experience starting her coffee shop business with her family at only 23 years old! We talk about transitioning from school to healthcare, and then from healthcare to business. We also touch on and choosing the right path when you are a multi-passionate person. Follow: @gilliandea @sulydelvalle @coffeedelvalle

Let's Talk Forensics with Amy! Grad School and True Crime May 26, 2022

In today's podcastI talk to to Amy Yusuff about her journey to getting her master's degree in Forensic Science. We discuss taking gap years, what forensic classes have been like, and have a light-hearted conversation on true crime documentaries. Follow us! @gilliandea @_ayee_mee Music: Envato Elements

Finding Creativity in a Logical World May 20, 2022

* I am by NO means a Van Gogh, but here are my tips on reaching your creative potential :)

In today's episode, Gillian brings her thoughts on being creative in our logic-focused world. Tapping into creativity can help break you free of a mental rut and be overall happier and well-rounded! Follow me: @gilliandea Books Mentioned: Art and Fear The Artist's Way The Great Gatsby Where the Crawdads Sing Podcast mentioned: Creative Pep Talk Podcast music: Envato Elements

For the Productive QUEENS (And Kings!): Favorite productivity tips, routines, and habit formation May 12, 2022

Today Gillian talks all about her thoughts on productivity, what it means to be productive, and her favorite things that make her feel like her most productive self. Because a productive Gill is a happy Gill!

Instagram: @gilliandea

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Mentioned in the podcast:

Habit Tracker App: https://itunes.apple.com/app/apple-store/id1438388363?pt=75160805&ct=sharelink&mt=8

My vacuum hehe: https://amzn.to/39Td5ZJ

My planner (i meant MochiThings oops): https://shop.mochithings.com/stationery

Music: Envato Elements

BTS of Pharmacy School: Study habits, dating, and life balance with Ashley Holloway May 05, 2022

Today Gillian talks to Ashey Holloway about her life as a second year Pharmacy school student. The BFFs have an honest chat about balancing dating, health, and study habits during school, and what life has been like as a pharmacy student.

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Follow Ashley: @ashleyhollo24

Music: Envato Elements

Life Update! Grad School, Gap Years, and Dealing with Failure Apr 28, 2022

Today I am talking about the big life changes that have been happening including *ahem* getting accepted into a PhD program! I discuss how I deal with big life changes and the future of this podcast. Follow me on Instagram: @gilliandea Music: Envato Elements

Let's Talk :) Apr 21, 2022

Hi everyone, today is the day! In this episode I just want to introduce myself and let you know why I started this podcast.

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Music: Envato Elements

EMPOWERING students, finding your WHY and the meaning of extraORDINARY with Caitlin Peterson Apr 21, 2022

Today I am talking to my sister, Caitlin Peterson about finding your why in your career, bullet journaling amid a hectic schedule, and how to empower students to reach their full potential.

Instagram: @gilliandea

Youtube: thelifeofgill

Music: Envato Elements

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