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"We are all struggling in our lives. Currently, the biggest part of our lives is school life for the most of us. If you are stuck, feeling lost, or isolated, never be afraid to reach out for help. Our counselors and Peacemakers at Branksome are always here to support us. That is the first step towards overcoming the challenge, which the counselors will guide you through. You will eventually work things out, and you will lead yourself to success. You will be heard, and you are not alone." -Siyeon Park, Class of 2024
"When I talked to the counselor about all my problems, I felt calm and felt like I had someone to talk to. Counseling at BHA helped me feel safe in a community and also helped me look at the bright side of things." -Byeol Yoon, Class of 2028
Mental Health & Stress Management Tips
Mental Health & Stress Management Tips
Just like maintaining your physical health takes work, your mental health needs work too. Most mental health professionals agree that there are several key components to maintaining mental health:
Talking with trusted people and being a part of a community
Ask for help if you need it!
Regular exercise
Eating healthy foods
Getting enough sleep
Avoiding unnecessary stress by managing time well and planning ahead
Practicing gratitude
Enjoy your hobbies
National Center for Mental Health, South Korea
Mental Health Resources in Chinese
Think Mental Health, Australia
National LIbrary of Medicine, United States of America
Maintaining Good Mental Health, Canada
다문화정신건강안내서_한국어(완).pdfMental Health Resources from the Jeju Mental Health & Suicide Prevention Center IN KOREAN
다문화정신건강안내서_영어(완).pdfMental Health Resources from the Jeju Mental Health & Suicide Prevention Center IN ENGLISH
Time Management
Time Management
Time Management will help relieve stress!
Apps like ToDoIst and Google Tasks can help you manage your time well.
Put a clock on it! "If you have decided to make a quick after-school snack, clock it. "I will eat my sandwich in 20 minutes and then hit the books again". If not procrastination sets in and you will get distracted. Social media is great but it can be addicting." Teaching Expertise
ABCD Method: "Write yourself post-its and sticky papers.
A= must be completed today!
B= It would be nice if I had it by today
C= Can be pushed if necessary
D= I just can't do it today, ask for an extension." Teaching Expertise
45 Minute Study Blocks: "According to an article in the Huffington Post, it is recommended that students take mental breaks approximately every 45 minutes. This is due to the fact that the brain is only able to maintain true focus for around 45 minutes before it begins to lose steam. Therefore it would be wise practice to study diligently for up to an hour and then take a break. Breaks consist of leaving the work area to go outside, talk to a friend on the phone, or get a healthy snack. Taking a break does not entail checking one’s e-mail or Twitter account. A break is considered something that truly takes you out of your academic realm and into places where you're in a more relaxed state." University of New Hampshire
Does it fit in the jar? Think about filling up a jar "with all of the things you have to do both big and small (imagine each task you have to do is one ping pong ball or stone) You probably won't be able to fit everything in right? If you try to cram it all in, the jar will break. Just like a person if you do too much, you end up being overwhelmed. So let's put all the high-priority tasks in the jar first and then put the little ones on top and you will see that everything will fit in." Teaching Expertise
Get rid of distractions! Use apps like Self Control and Freedom to temporarily block websites that distract you.
Can't get motivated? Try giving yourself a reward. For example, eat your favorite snack after you finish a 45 minute study block.
Study Tips
Study Tips
Thomas Frank on YouTube has some excellent videos with study tips.
Set a timer for 25 minutes, and start your task.
If a distraction pops into your head, write it down on a piece of paper and return to your task.
When the buzzer rings, put a check mark on your paper. You’ve completed one increment, also known as a pomodoro.
Take a five minute break. You can check the distractions that popped into your head, stretch, grab a cup of tea etc.
After four pomodoros, take a thirty-minute break.
Repeat!
"I applied for counseling because I wanted to get some advice because of a problem I couldn't tell my friends...and it helped me a lot. After a consultation, there are less worries." -Anonymous
"I found this meeting with the counselor very helpful to maintain my mental stability. Due to the Coivd-19 situation, the current time was a hard period with depressed mood and other hard events happening around. Talking about these circumstances to the counselor released my stress and even guided me to go forward. I strongly suggest someone else's like me to go see her." -Anonymous
"Social counseling is more than just sharing my hardships, but being comforted and celebrated as who I am." -Anonymous
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