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something that students know all too well is how difficult it is to find a healthy medium between our own health and working hard in school. as somebody who personally has dealt with multiple mental issues and is still in recovery, i completely understand that sometimes it seems impossible to do both. however!!! it IS possible to maintain good grades and good mental health- it's just a matter of figuring out what works for you and making your health a priority. i thought i'd compile a list of some of the resources that help me with this, and i hope that they can help some of you!! remember that my messages are always open if you ever need anything, and i believe in you!!! you can do anything you set your mind to and so much more <3
general tips
- get enough sleep: ohmygosh this is so so important. i've gotten a total of sixteen hours of sleep over the last three days- don't be like me, kiddos. try to get at least eight hours every night!! it's so much better to sleep and recharge your brain than stay up all night trying to cram in exhaustion
- don't skip meals: no matter how busy you are. i know, it can get so hectic, and sometimes you can be just be too stressed to sit down and eat properly. but ur brain and ur body need food!! it's gonna fuel you and make you have so much more energy, i promise. breakfast is the most important, but make sure to sit down and eat something nutritious when you get hungry!
- make your bed: honestly this just makes me feel like i have my shit together so much better. plus it stops me from turning into a ball of blankets and taking a 10 hour depression nap (but!!!! if you really need to sleep please do!!!!)
- write. down. everything: plan, plan, plan. it's cliché but seriously, just do it. it can help you feel more pulled together, more in control, and give you a way to visualize what needs to get done. it'll also help you to remember everything you have to do! this is the other way i feel like my have my shit together
- stay hydrated: another cliché but!!!! essential!!!!!! it's good for ur skin, good for ur brain, and can almost instantly make you feel better. keep a drink of water near you and sip on it from time to time!
- be gentle with yourself: things didn't go as planned??? that's perfectly okay you're human and we all make mistakes sometimes. bad days happen. take a deep breath, take care of yourself, and trust that things will turn out okay. i believe in u friend!!!
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