Self Care

An often forgotten and important aspect of learning is making time for yourself

If you want to achieve your goals, do your best and succeed, make sure you give yourself plenty of time to relax and refocus.

Socialising

University is full of opportunities to socialise and make new friends From speed-friending events to your desk-mate in a tutorial, you’re guaranteed to meet new people Make sure to make plenty of time for your friends and family; go out to eat, have a picnic or if you’re a multi-tasker, set a study date! Friends and family are not only a great support system but can also help you feel refreshed and rejuvenated to tackle your studies.

Hobbies

Acquiring skills doesn’t only have to come through your studies Allocate time during your week to do things you enjoy Whether that be reading, hiking or painting, hobbies can not only help us relax but also hone new skills Here are some hobbies you can try:

Sports

Exercise and sports are beneficial to not only your physical health, but can be key to maintaining your mental health as well Exercising helps our brain produce chemicals that help improve mood and clarity of thought - which we’ll need for our study sessions Be sure to check out ArcSports for the many sports clubs and events on campus

Creative arts

Try your hand at creating something new! Whether it be knitting, drawing or creating music, studies have shown that art activities can help improve mental health by providing stress relief

Reading

Thriller, fantasy, romance - there’s a genre out there for everyone Reading for leisure helps strengthen our brains while reducing stress at the same time The best part is you can read anywhere! Try flipping those pages at the beach or a cute cafe and allow yourself to be immersed in a world far, far away

Society Events

Participating in society events is a great way to work on your academic skills while having fun and socialising at the same time Society events will cater to your specific interests and allow you to network and meet other like-minded people They don’t always have to be skill-based either!

Be sure to keep an eye out for the free BBQs and networking events on the Facebook UNSW

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