As part of Wobble Week this year, read this blog to understand how you can help yourself relax and settle into university life.
As part of Wobble Week this year, read this blog to understand how you can help yourself relax and settle into university life.
>> OVERVIEW
Life at University is great, but at times it can be incredibly overwhelming. Juggling competing priorities between lectures, essays, deadlines, part-time work, sports, societies, relationships, and hobbies can often make finding the balance feel close to impossible. This blog aims to give you some tips on managing your time effectively, hopefully helping you find a balance to wobble less, and smile more!
>> Time Management
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Make sure to add your deadlines to the calendar, as well as setting goals that break down larger assignments into manageable sections. While I work to 'Reduce Deadline Stacking’ as part of Priority 8, this can be a great way to avoid getting overwhelmed.
>> Taking a Break
While being at university probably should be focused on your academic development, it's really important to take breaks and unwind as much as you can. Whether it’s reading a good book, putting on a comfort show, hanging out with friends, joining one of our Student Groups, doing your hobbies, or eating your favourite food, taking frequent breaks to rest and relax is essential to stop yourself burning out.
>> Getting Support
If you are feeling overwhelmed, you aren’t alone. If you notice you are overwhelmed, burnout, or generally could use some support reach out to someone you trust to talk about how you are feeling. Getting things off your chest will help!
Outside of your networks, the SU’s Advice Centre (advice@su.rhul.ac.uk) are on hand to offer support, as well as the University’s Wellbeing team (wellbeing@rhul.ac.uk).
The whole point of Wobble Week is to help you settle in, regardless of if you feel overwhelmed or not. Make sure to check out our events calendar to see our drop-ins and great events through the week!