College students are often so focused on what they need to get done that they forget what their body needs. And spending time in nature can be difficult when you are hunched over a computer all day. Why is being in nature important for students? Stress relief: Being in nature for short periods of time…
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You can do better (really!) – be positive with yourself
Negative versus positive self-talk It can be easy to get into a pattern of negative self-talk – “I don’t know why I can’t seem to keep up – I must be stupid!” “These people are so much smarter than me.” “I just don’t know what I am doing here”. However, If you can learn how…
Can gratitude influence the way you handle schoolwork?
Gratitude is the act of being thankful for the things you have or receive. It can lead to a variety of benefits – like improved mental and physical well-being and better relationships. Since gratitude allows you shift your focus away from negative thoughts and feelings it can lead to a more optimistic outlook. This can…
4 Tips to Overcome Test Anxiety
So, it’s time for your big exam When you sit down to take exams do you have racing thoughts, intense feelings of dread, and/or difficulty concentrating? Maybe you have experienced test anxiety. Try these tips to reduce those feelings to rock that exam. 1. First, be prepared! Being confident that you will pass the test can…
Managing stress with the right coping skills
“Coping skills” are the way you deal with stressful events in your life – from taking an exam to the death of a loved one. Coping skills are learned throughout childhood and may be partially determined by your personality, but you can improve your coping skills “tool box” so that you can handle any…
Having social support is important for student success
There is a lot of research that shows that social support is important for our health and prosperity. Your social network can also help you feel better about yourself, relax, and have fun. If you aren’t taking advantage of the relationships that you have, you should. Using your social network during stressful times may help…
Coping and stress: A guide for educators
What are coping skills? Coping skills are personal resources that one uses to manage difficult situations. Common stressors in post-secondary populations include: financial pressures, exam and study-related stressors, and social stressors.1 Good coping skills have been correlated with persistence and retention in higher education.2 It is believed that coping skills are relatively stable over…