The Balanced Student
Episodes
Ep 43. The 6 financial habits I’d recommend if you’re a student
17 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is a little different to my usual content, but still a super important and often overlooked topic in student life.Quick disclaimer: all t...
Ep 42. Watch this before starting your new year prep
01 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Hello there!I hope you’re having the most lovely week. Welcome to December, the season of celebration, family, and preparing for the new year.I hear...
Ep 41. How to balance studies and life in uni
24 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Hello and welcome back to the podcast! This was a request from one of my lovely followers - I really hope it helps you guys!!How to actually balance s...
Ep 40. How to study for an exam without practise questions
18 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Hello everyone and welcome back! There have been so many episode requests recently and I’m trying to get them prepared for you guys over the next fe...
Ep 39. How to stay sane when there's so much going on
28 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Listen to this whenever the world feels like too much <3Join Ecadamie: www.ecadamie.comInstagram: @byariaemilyYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bya...
Ep 38. If you want to have a life outside of school... watch this
21 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join Ecadamie: www.ecadamie.comInstagram: @byariaemilyYouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@byariaemily
So, you want to become *that* student
24 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ecadamie is here.After months of preparation and hundreds of hours of work, I finally get to share this with you.This is the complete platform for amb...
Ep 37. How to prepare to smash your exams
14 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you've got exams coming up, this episode is for you. Today I'm giving you all my tips on how to prepare effectively to smash your exams.Eca...
Ep 36. Why you don’t need to be “naturally smart” to get good grades
07 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Do you need to be naturally smart to get good grades? Surely there are some students who are just inherently intelligent and can achieve high grades w...
Ep 35. Let's Plan Your Academic Comeback Together
24 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
So, you've been wanting an academic comeback for a while.You've wanted to get on top of your studies (for real this time), but you have no ide...
Ep 34. How I Scored in the Top 1% of Students
10 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I break down my exact journey and tips that helped me to graduate in the top 1.6% of students in the country.Instagram: @byariaemilyS...
Ep 33. How to Trick Your Brain into Thinking Studying is Fun
27 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Studying isn't something we're naturally inclined to enjoy, at least not in this day and age. But thankfully, there are some things we can do to make ...
Ep 32. My Morning Routine for Academic & Life Success
21 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If there was one thing that sets successful, productive, focused people apart, it would be their morning routine. How you spend your morning sets the ...
Ep 31. Neuroscience, Research, Business ft. Mia Soviero
16 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever thought about going into research? Perhaps doing a PhD, working in a lab, or even doing your own personal research project. In today's episode, M...
Ep 30. The 7-Step Gentle Productivity Advantage
14 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we’re diving into the power of gentle productivity - what it is, why it works, and how it can actually help you study better than f...
Ep 29. How to Study Less and Get Better Grades
30 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I used to think that more time spend studying automatically equalled better grades. Little did I know that this isn't always the case. In today...
Ep 28. How I Stay Fit as a Uni Student
23 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
After leaving the structure of high school, staying fit and active in uni can feel like just one more thing to keep on top of. In this episode, I'...
Ep 27. Is Balance Possible in Medical School? w/ Fiona
11 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Medical school is seen as this time where nothing else can matter: it's just study, study, study... or is it? In today's episode, we welcome F...
Ep 26. How I'm Preparing for Exams as a Straight A Student
01 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Exams can be intimidating, but with the right preparation, you can enter them feeling confident and assured. In today's episode, I'll unpack e...
Ep 25. The Art of Creative Writing with Dr Grace Chipperfield
18 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today we are joined by a very special guest, Dr Grace Chipperfield, who completed her PhD in Creative Writing, and shares with us all her tips on the ...
Ep 24. How I Balance (almost) Everything
11 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
My most asked question on Instagram, literally ever, and today I'm unpacking all my tips and strategies to help you balance your studies, relation...
Ep 23. Unpacking Student Mental Health with Dr Gareth Furber
20 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, we chat with Dr Gareth Furber, the eMental Health Project Officer at Flinders University. We discuss all things mental health and ...
Ep 22. Q&A - Time Management, Studying Medicine, Being Disciplined
13 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A few days ago, I asked all of you guys on my Instagram for your questions on studying, managing your time, or anything else along those lines. I hope...
Ep 21. How to Study When You Have no Motivation
06 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We've all been there, having so much work to get done, but having little to no motivation at all. In today's episode, I'll offer you some ...
Ep 20. How to Ace Your Exams
23 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, I've gathered all your tips and shared them on here to help you all to ace your exams xInstagram: @byariaemily
Ep 19. How to Romanticise Your Study Life
16 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever watched Gilmore Girls and wondered why studying looks so nice and cozy? That's because it's romanticised. In today's episode, we chat ab...
Ep 18. The Productivity Hack Nobody Talks About
09 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Do you ever feel like you're just constantly striving to do more? What if doing more isn't actually helping you to achieve your goals? In toda...
Ep 17. How to Deal with Stress as a Student
02 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Nobody wants to be stressed, especially us students who have so much on our plates. In today's episode, we break down the potential causes of stre...
Ep 16. How to Actually 'Lock In' and Get Work Done
24 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wondered how some students seem to focus so well and never get distracted? In today's episode, we discuss how to actually lock in, and get your w...
Ep 15. How to Study SMARTER not Harder
16 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
'Work smarter, not harder.' What does this actually mean, and how can you use it in your studies? In today's episode, we break down what i...
Ep 14. The Single Best Study Method Explained
09 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you did nothing else to prepare for your exams, do this. Countless studies have shown that this technique is *the best* for truly understanding and...
Ep 13. How to Master any Topic in 5 Steps
02 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Do you want to absolutely smash your topics at school or uni? In today's episode, I'll guide you through the 5 step formula to master any topi...
Ep 12. Setting NICE Goals for Your Best Academic Year
26 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It's time to set goals that will help us achieve success on a daily basis, using the NICE framework: Near-Term Input-Based Controllable Energising I...
Ep 11. Your 7 Step Plan to Become Immune to Procrastination
18 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It's time to finally stop procrastinating. In today's episode, let's unpack why the typical methods of overcoming procrastination don'...
Ep 10. 5 Ways to Gamify Your Studies
12 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Want to make studying more fun? In today's episode, we chat about how you can turn studying into a game and have more fun whilst acing your academics....
Ep 9. How to Use Visualisation to Achieve Your Academic Goals
05 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Want to smash your 2025 goals? In this episode, we chat about how you can use visualisation to level up your academics, boost your confidence, and ach...
Ep 8. Setting SMART Academic Goals
30 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Do you want to make 2025 your best academic year yet? In today's episode, we go through setting SMART goals to help you crush your academics as we hea...
Ep 7. The Art of Rest When You're Addicted to Being Productive
22 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Do you feel guilty for resting, as if you should always be doing more? In this episode, we’re tackling 'The Art of Rest'. If you’re feeling stuck ...
Ep 6. Received a Bad Grade? Here's How to Make an Academic Comeback.
15 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Did you receive a grade you aren’t happy with? You’ve come to the right place. In today’s episode, we talk about how to deal with a bad grade, a...
Ep 5. Why You're Feeling Burnt Out and How to Regain Motivation
08 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you feeling tired, lost, and unmotivated? If so, you’ve come to the right place. In today’s episode, I chat about the possible reasons why you...
Ep 4. Study Hacks used by Medical Students to Excel
01 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever wondered how medical students seem to always be on top of their studies? In today's episode, I share with you the top 5 study hacks used...
Ep 3. How to Stay Healthy While Studying: 4 Wellness Tips for Students
24 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, we will be talking about how to stay healthy as a student, with 4 wellness tips for you to add to your daily habits. For more st...
Ep 2. How to Use Your Routine to Maximise Productivity
17 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today we will be talking about how you can use your daily routines to maximise your productivity, including tips for your morning routine, evening rou...
Ep 1. Top 10 Habits of High Achievers
13 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, we’re going to be covering the Top 10 habits of High Achievers that enable them to outperform the majority of other people in th...
Welcome to The Study Season Podcast!
13 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the study season podcast! I created this podcast to share what I have learned to help you as a student achieve your ambitious academic goal...