Inside the cave - opening Up
The Student Minds Blog
by
3w ago
Ali shares his experience of opening up to people about his feelings while at university. - Ali Despite being on a counselling training course, the idea of me “opening up” didn’t really come to mind when I applied, enrolled, and attended my degree. Perhaps naively it didn’t occur to me that I would have to “open up” as part of the mandatory hours of personal therapy I have to attend as part of the course… “you’re such an emotionally mature person”  “you’re so connected with your feelings”   “I feel like I could tell you anything” But, opening up can be scary. Being heard c ..read more
Visit website
Finding support at university
The Student Minds Blog
by
1M ago
The Editorial Team have come together to share their thoughts on finding support at university. - Student Minds Blog Editorial Team ⭐ How could you reach out for support? ⭐ Taylor: Reaching out can seem the most daunting step, especially when you have to figure out how to put your feelings into words. But this can be made easier, with a solid and safe network of people you trust and can talk to when times are tough, or by knowing who you can reach out to professionally at your university.  Emily A: It can be really challenging to 'put yourself out there' and find new circles t ..read more
Visit website
Embracing a New Chapter: My Ambitions and Aspirations for the New Year at University
The Student Minds Blog
by
1M ago
Our author shares her thoughts and feelings about the new year and what her aims are. - Anon As the new year begins, I find myself standing at the threshold of a fresh chapter in my academic journey. The canvas of 2024 awaits, and with it, an array of ambitions and aspirations that I am eager to bring to fruition during my time at university.  First and foremost, the advent of a new year invites reflection and the setting of goals. I believe in the power of resolutions, for they serve as guiding stars, illuminating the path toward personal and academic growth. his year, my goals for u ..read more
Visit website
While dealing with the most complex experience: grief
The Student Minds Blog
by
2M ago
Dhriti talks about the activities that support her in dealing with grief. - Dhriti In July 2023, my world came crashing down when I lost my 18-year-old cousin. She was my companion in joyous moments, the person I celebrated birthdays, festivals, and family gatherings with. Our bond may not have been the closest, but it was undeniably special to the both of us.  As I prepared to move to the UK in September 2023 for a master's degree in Marketing and Brand Management, my family and I were excited about the upcoming journey. She, too, shared in the excitement, making plans for outin ..read more
Visit website
Balancing Law School Amidst Emotional Challenges: My Personal Routine
The Student Minds Blog
by
2M ago
This blog is about finding the right daily routine. It shares personal experiences, encourages being yourself, and gives simple tips for getting things done despite challenges. - Areen Navigating the widely-promoted regimen of early wake-ups, journaling, workouts, and seamless work-life integration is a familiar journey. As a longstanding member of the study community, I've delved into countless vlogs, attempting to mold my life in the image of those I admired. The attempt to rise early and adhere to a disciplined lifestyle, however, faltered after just three days, leading me to a profound ..read more
Visit website
Navigating the winter blues as a PhD student
The Student Minds Blog
by
2M ago
Chrissie shares her experience of managing the winter blues and tips for getting through this alongside doing a PhD.  - Chrissie  Life as a PhD student can bring its own unique benefits and challenges. We get to pursue our own intellectual curiosities and benefit from flexible working hours. But doing a PhD also means working alone, juggling lots of responsibilities, and managing the stresses of a demanding degree. PhD students are particularly vulnerable to poor mental health, so during the winter months – when many people experience a drop in mood and experience the winter ..read more
Visit website
Our mental health 'ins and outs'
The Student Minds Blog
by
2M ago
The Editorial Team are here to kickstart 2024 with their mental health 'ins and outs'. - Student Minds Blog Editorial Team ⭐ Our 'ins and outs' for 2024 ⭐ ? Taylor: My favourite quote of all time is from Kris Jenner who says, "If somebody says 'no', you're asking the wrong person". 2024 is going to be the year of finding out who I am and ticking so many things off the bucket list. In: Taking every opportunity and pushing past doubts and anxieties to simply 'go for it'. Out: It all sounds very dreamy and fun so far but, in reality, self-doubt and overthinking are things tha ..read more
Visit website
Dissertation Stress As Deadlines Approach
The Student Minds Blog
by
2M ago
Amber shares her tips on how to avoid dissertation stress as it gets closer to the panic period! - Amber With the final year we can expect a little bit of stress. However, with the added dissertation we must come to adapt to more stress that will become familiar to us. This does not mean it is something to avoid though! It is a combination of our previous years of hard work and research finally combined into a project that we created and came to love despite all of the stress. Here are some tips on how to navigate this time!   Initial Overwhelm Starting your dissertation can be ..read more
Visit website
University: The Best and Worst Time of Your Life
The Student Minds Blog
by
2M ago
Xaviera (Vee) describes their university experiences as a student from many marginalised backgrounds and gives advice to any students who need it. - Xavieria When I first came to university, my focus was on studying only. I care a lot about my academics and plan to stay in education as a researcher at some point. I spent my first year alone and isolated. I lived in a self contained studio, away from a lot of people, because of my Autism. I didn’t do too well mentally and physically, although I achieved an okay grade at the end of the year (considering my mental health issues), at least I tr ..read more
Visit website
Winter's Chill vs. Art's Warmth
The Student Minds Blog
by
3M ago
Dhriti talks about how being creative helps her get through the tough winter blues, especially when she's far from home.  - Dhriti Navigating the winter blues can be a real challenge, especially when you are far from home like I am. The days are shorter, the darkness comes early, and December does not quite feel like the party it used to be. Even the festive vibes seem muted, and my birthday month is not as sparkly as it seemed until the year before. Living alone, that 4 pm sunset isn't just a weather thing; it's like a cover over everything, including my mood. Rolling out of bed ..read more
Visit website

Follow The Student Minds Blog on FeedSpot

Continue with Google
Continue with Apple
OR