Relaxation
- Notice tension and take deep breaths to reduce it
- Catching negative throughts and replacing them with positive ones
- Take part in soothing activities e.g. colouring, reading etc
- Write down what's gone well for you each day
- Join a peer support group
- Talk to someone if you're not doing well
- Try breathing relaxation exercises
- Keep a diary
Physical
- Take a break and go for a short walk
- Make sure you are eating regulary
- Allow yourself to have the right amount of sleep
- Take part in physcial activities e.g. gym, walking, swimming etc
- Learn how to knit/crochet
- Keep Active
- Connect with others e.g. friends, family, community groups
- Set realistic goals for yourself
Financial
- Create a budget
- Look out for student discounts
- Download money management apps
- Take care with credit cards
- Set financial limits
- Avoid full price items e.g. source items from Amazon, Ebay
- Speak to student services at the college
- Ask about the discretionary funding