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Study & Careers

How to know when to take study breaks

Studying without a break is a sure way to put yourself on the road to burnout. In this blog, we've highlighted the importance of study breaks and ways in which you can avoid the dreaded burnout.

ByHazel M.
5 May 2022
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#wellbeing posts

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Student Living
How I find the time to clean as a busy studentWe’ve all been there. Rushing in from a busy day, excited to relax in bed, but you realise haven’t cleaned your room. Here's how Ellie fits cleaning in as a busy student.
ByEllie B
12 April 2022
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Health & Wellbeing
Sonam on post-grad bluesMany students feel anxious after graduating. Here's Sonam on what she thinks contributes to 'post-graduate blues' to help anyone going through it.
BySonam
18 March 2022
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Health & Wellbeing
Why you don’t have to say yes to everythingEver feel like you’re doing things that you don’t actually want to do… all because you’re scared to say no?
ByHazel M.
11 March 2022
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Health & Wellbeing
University Mental Health Day: Blessing’s mental health adviceStudent Blessing has depression and Borderline Personality Disorder (BDP) - here’s her advice for supporting yourself and others in a similar situation.
By Blessing D.
3 March 2022
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Health & Wellbeing
How to cope with moving away from homeWhen I began my university journey, I thought I had prepared myself for the feelings I might experience.
ByEllie B
28 February 2022
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Health & Wellbeing
Uni halls, life and work as a Black studentGoing to Uni as a Black student comes with it's own unique set of challenges. Read this blog to learn more about how to manage and overcome these challenges.
ByAmelia. A
16 November 2021
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Health & Wellbeing
Missing home? I did too. Here’s how I settled inIf it's your first time living away from home you’re leaving behind everything you've ever known, which can be a really hard adjustment.
BySarah R.
3 November 2021
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Health & Wellbeing
Spiking: What is it and how can you reduce the risk?You might think it'll never happen to you, but you should still look out for yourself when you're on a night out or having a few drinks, no matter where you are.
BySara H.
8 October 2021