08/01/2026
Earlier this week, we published a new blog post on learning goals that actually work—especially if you’re studying while juggling life in Portugal.
The idea is simple: don’t rely on motivation. Build a system that still works on tired days:
✅ Pick 1 theme for 8–12 weeks
✅ Choose 1–3 small weekly actions (20–30 min)
✅ Schedule with If–Then planning
✅ Use study methods that work: retrieval + spacing
✅ Have a “busy week” backup: the 5-minute minimum
Read here: https://www.facultet.school/blog/new-year-goals-that-actually-work-a-simple-system-for-learning-in-2026
06/01/2026
January 6 in Portugal is Dia de Reis 🇵🇹✨
Also known as Epiphany / Three Kings’ Day, it’s one of those quiet, meaningful traditions that helps you understand the rhythm of life here.
Historically, the day is linked to the story of the Three Wise Men following a star — but in Portugal it’s often felt as a warm “closing chapter” of the holiday season. Nothing flashy. Just small, real moments in the places people actually live.
Here’s what you might notice around you today:
👑 Bolo-Rei — the classic “king cake” you’ll see in pastelarias (and many supermarkets).
🎶 Janeiras / Cantar os Reis — seasonal folk singing you may hear in neighbourhoods, squares, and sometimes even door-to-door.
✨ A simple greeting that everyone understands: “Feliz Dia de Reis!”
If you’re new to Portugal, this is a lovely low-pressure way to feel more local:
— try a slice of bolo-rei,
— if you hear singing, pause for a minute and just enjoy it,
— and don’t be shy to say “Feliz Dia de Reis!”
Did you take part in any Dia de Reis traditions today — cake, singing, or just listening? 👑🎶
