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College & Stress
College & Stress
With the disaster of college, often comes a load of stress. New surroundings, new classes, extensive workload, and setting up for your much anticipated future. So, what are the best ways to deal with this stress that many college students experience? Following these simple tips will help you succeed in your college journey and manage your stress effectively.
Eat Well: healthy foods help fight stress by equipping you with nutrition
Exercise: this produces endorphins which act as natural painkillers and improve sleep
Make a Plan: get organized and prioritize your obligations to make time for everything
Build a Support System: Surround yourself with family and friends who encourage you, listen to you, and can help you
Healthy Food Choices
fruits (apples, berries, etc.)
vegetables (broccoli, leafy greens, etc.)
proteins (lean meat, seafood, legumes, etc.)
Good Exercise Habits
incorporate more walking and/or running into your daily life
interval training
weight training
Planning Strategies
write out a schedule every day
make quick to-do lists, identifying 2 things that MUST be done each day
divide your tasks between work and life
Finding Supporters
build a support group by volunteering, joining groups, or taking new classes to meet new people
Stay in touch
appreciate people & give back
be a good listener
These are just a few ways to manage your stress. Other effective ways to reduce stress levels include finding an outlet or something you enjoy to do when you're feeling overwhelmed, meditating, aromatherapy, journaling, or even just changing your mindset and thinking positively. Sleep is also very essential, as sleep deprivation only leads to more stress and anxiety. It is all about making time for things that make you happy and taking care of your body so you can relax and stay healthy in the midst of a crazy schedule and when there is so much on your plate.
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