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Jan 30, 2026 36 min

S2 Ep. 4: Spring Semester Blues

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"I am mentally and physically exhausted, but we survive." The holidays are over, the weather is freezing, and the "January Blues" are officially here. This week, Michele and Noah get honest about the mid-winter slump and why getting back into a routine feels like such an uphill battle. Between Michele’s perspective as a professor and Noah’s reality as a grad student, we’re looking at why the spring semester feels so "meh" and how to find your footing when your energy is at an all-time low. We also dive into Noah’s introduction to academic coaching, exploring the difference between learning a subject and actually building the executive function skills to get through the day. Plus, we have a "What’s Your Take" segment on car-naming traditions (meet Nala and Berlioz) and Noah’s very specific pet peeve about walking etiquette. Note: We’re moving our release dates! Catch new episodes every Friday at 12:00 PM. Follow us on TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook

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