My MCAT Reaction

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  • čas přidán 24. 08. 2017
  • In today's video, I have brief clips 1 week before test day up until test day and post-test! I discuss how I'm feeling and everything that I'm doing to prepare for the test.
    If you want to skip to test day footage, click 6:54.
    I will be doing a separate video about how actual test day went, step by step. Stay tuned!
    If you have any questions about the MCAT or prep, feel free to leave any in the comment section! :)
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Komentáře • 42

  • @merelynmatias6217
    @merelynmatias6217 Před 3 lety +36

    Watching this after you posted your STEP 1 score reaction video. You've come so far!

  • @Alexia.Mishock
    @Alexia.Mishock Před rokem +9

    Watching this after you became an actual doctor, what an inspiration!!

  • @MadameWinnell
    @MadameWinnell Před 6 lety +82

    Pre Med life can be stressful but I promise it's all worth it in the end! Goodluck in your journey to medicine ! :)

  • @liqbal3134
    @liqbal3134 Před 6 lety +59

    I love how every aspect of awaiting a big test is documented in this. That part where you kept saying "idk" OMFG relatable af. And how you checked out the testing building days before the test ohmigod I always feel like medtubers seem so chill about these types of things but you totally show how stressful this can all be. Idk it was all just so pure.
    I really hope you look back at this years in the future as an established MD and laugh your ass off at how hysterical you were in this video. Ahahaha

    • @RachelSouthard
      @RachelSouthard  Před 6 lety +6

      This comment is awesome! :D Thank you! I wouldn't even have been able to pretend that I was relaxed. Such a stressful time. I definitely can't wait to look back on this video and laugh at myself.

    • @purisomya6002
      @purisomya6002 Před 3 lety

      @@RachelSouthard Well you can laugh now OMG its So great seeing how far youve come!

  • @giovannafrnc
    @giovannafrnc Před 6 lety +9

    Congratulations girly! 🎉So proud of you! Tests are the absolute worst but you're finally done!

    • @RachelSouthard
      @RachelSouthard  Před 6 lety

      Giovanna Franco awhh thank you!!! SOOOO happy it's done and over with. PHEW!!😀✨

  • @coopersims5710
    @coopersims5710 Před 5 lety +8

    That’s awesome and so inspiring!

  • @justaperson2653
    @justaperson2653 Před rokem +3

    Failed her MCAT exam the first time and now she graduated amongst the top 5% of her class as doctor Rachel Southard. Imposter syndrome who ? Jordan Peterson who ? Ok the last name kinda disgusted me but let's continue... Queen .. you dropped your 👑. When I was watching you during Covid watching your work ethic how much you were and still are dedicated I swear I knew this girl is gonna graduate amongst the top... Red ant 4ever

  • @kailasuzanne7125
    @kailasuzanne7125 Před 2 lety +3

    “all these sounds keep freaking me out” IM DYINGGGG LOL

  • @andreap.reynam.98
    @andreap.reynam.98 Před 4 lety +8

    I cried like a week before my admission exam, and 5 minutes after I finished the exam. I was like hell of nervous.

  • @robertstanley9633
    @robertstanley9633 Před 4 lety +6

    BAY AREA! SF Native here! So cool to find another Baydestrian from the Bay Area 🤘🏼

    • @Eleniesworld
      @Eleniesworld Před 3 lety

      I’ve never heard of baydestrian lol that’s hella funny

  • @yeehawtomahawk
    @yeehawtomahawk Před rokem

    Watching this again because you JUST MATCHED! 💜

  • @olwamr.2339
    @olwamr.2339 Před 4 lety +5

    6:51 when she said "you can do it rachel"
    i thought i was Rachel😆

  • @19yamyam97
    @19yamyam97 Před 4 lety +8

    It really looked like you wanted to cry the whole video and I felt so bad . This is why not interested in being a doctor. But you've got this

  • @annajuarez7710
    @annajuarez7710 Před 3 lety +12

    Watching this in my sophomore year of college. I’ve pretty much decided that I’ll be committing to the med track, but now with mostly online courses, I’ve found myself just completely exhausted and I haven’t even gotten to this part of stress (MCAT prep). Do you have any advice for staying balanced and motivated?

    • @alishalinet
      @alishalinet Před 2 lety

      hey ! i think she has some videos recently about staying motivated

  • @hafsamohamud4912
    @hafsamohamud4912 Před 6 lety +3

    Thanks for this video! I'm testing this Saturday and am currently surfing CZcams trying to hide from studying. Watching this video made me feel very nervous but in a good way. I am ready to be done with this

    • @RachelSouthard
      @RachelSouthard  Před 6 lety +2

      Hafsa Mohamud ahhh!!!! Goodluck, my friend! You’re going to do great. Do a power stance and look yourself in the mirror before the exam (hands on your hips, chest puffed out, and chin up) and tell yourself that you are capable and you can do it!!!!! It’s good to be nervous. Embrace it and use it to your advantage.

    • @hafsamohamud4912
      @hafsamohamud4912 Před 6 lety

      Thanks a ton for the quick reply and for the kind words. I just got done watching your video about your MCAT retake. Mad kudos to you. Studying for this exam has been beyond overwhelming for me and seeing you head back to the grind and fine tune your study strategies motivated me. I'll keep you in my prayers; hopefully your hard work pays off. I resonated a lot with what you said about actually being able to talk through a concept and knowing it when you have it in front of you. I am feeling a little burn out but am going to sit myself down and go through the notes I've taken in these past few months. Thanks for the advice; I'll be sure to practice that stance repeatedly in the days to come :D.

    • @RachelSouthard
      @RachelSouthard  Před 6 lety +1

      Of course!! And thank you! It was unexpected, but I'm just hoping I did much better this second bout. Your support is much appreciated. Use this week to just go over your notes and flashcards. You're going to do great. When in doubt, breathe and power stance! :) If you remember, let me know how it went! I'd love to hear.

    • @ahgajaye
      @ahgajaye Před 4 lety

      how did you do??

  • @brandony.1824
    @brandony.1824 Před 4 lety +1

    Go girl!!!

  • @minyeollee2116
    @minyeollee2116 Před 5 lety +7

    How do you prepare mcat if you are in a major like political science
    Im an international student, sorry if Im asking too much

    • @maryadedeji6313
      @maryadedeji6313 Před 4 lety +2

      Look into the courses needed to take the MCAT...search online...cause I'm guessing your major will not cover all that's needed...unless, you took some of the courses already

  • @NoelleGallagher
    @NoelleGallagher Před 6 lety +33

    Yes!!! Now go get that massage and sleep for two full days, congrats!!

    • @RachelSouthard
      @RachelSouthard  Před 6 lety +1

      YAAAAS! You already know, Noelle. But ugh, the reality of my life now if finding a job. #postcollegelife

    • @NoelleGallagher
      @NoelleGallagher Před 6 lety +3

      Rachel Southard well keep us all updated on the scores/post grad life!!! 💛

    • @RachelSouthard
      @RachelSouthard  Před 6 lety +3

      Of course of course! :D Thanks for the support

  • @kimwimisum511
    @kimwimisum511 Před 6 lety

    when you purchase online fl exams, do they give you pdf copy and all or are online

    • @RachelSouthard
      @RachelSouthard  Před 6 lety

      Hi Kimberly! The full length exams I used were all from Kaplan. They, unfortunately, are only accessible online and do not give you an option to download.

  • @iCanonKiD
    @iCanonKiD Před 6 lety +14

    Me rn "I don't know" lmao

  • @journeytomedschool7652
    @journeytomedschool7652 Před 6 lety +2

    How did u get a kaplin instructor?

    • @RachelSouthard
      @RachelSouthard  Před 6 lety +9

      Darsey Lagurre I signed up for a Kaplan MCAT prep course. I chose the in-person sessions where you meet with a class and learn together.
      I plan to make a video all about my kaplan experience if you're interested (:

  • @Eleniesworld
    @Eleniesworld Před 3 lety +1

    I have that same giants shirt haha

  • @christiank.7505
    @christiank.7505 Před 4 lety +2

    I'm making paper. . . For the rest of my life

  • @Uninfluenecer
    @Uninfluenecer Před 2 lety

    Watching this before my exam for some boost ! I wish I was as prepared as you were ! I feel I’m only 90% prepared 😭🫶🏽