Easter Break
Dear All,
How are you feeling with the spring coming out, the sun that has been shining and warming up our gardens? And let’s not forget the birds singing 😊
Personally, I feel much better than the short, cold, and dark days as I am sure is the same for most of all? However, I might end up living in a warm and sunny side of the world :)) Apparently, is not only good for the “D” Vitamin but also for bones especially when they get older 😊 – What about you?
Half Term on campus
Changing subject, we all started our “half term” for 5 weeks and I don’t know about you but I like when our campus is buzzing and it felt a bit strange when I went last week on Thursday. It was much quieter than usual… This photo was taken at around 3.00pm.
In case you are around during this time, I have enclosed some weblinks of events on campus, as well as entertainments including family life: https://warwick.ac.uk/insite/events/events/ and https://warwick.ac.uk/insite/play/#Entertainment . Also, should you want to meet up, drop me a word 😊
Deadline, organisation, and time management
5 weeks is a good length for a break, but I guess as students we need to be vigilant and organised with our deadlines. I have all of them in May, 5 assignments plus 2 exams including a 10 000 words research project. Wish me luck! And if you have tips, please do not hesitate to email me, or reply to this blog 😊
On this subject, I hope you are time managing at your pace. Again, do not hesitate to share your experiences, thoughts, or ideas.
I have extracted two quotes for time management that I found quite inspiring and might speak for yourselves as well:
“The key is in not spending time, but in investing it.” – Stephen R. Covey
“The shorter way to do many things is to only do one thing at a time.” – Mozart
On this note, the Wellbeing department offers time management support with tips and steps to follow: https://warwick.ac.uk/services/wss/topics/timemanagement .
In a nutshell, please find below their recommended guidance for a good and healthy time management:
- Prioritising tasks but also allow some down time for your personal life
- The famous “to do list” and a tick to the task once is done which gives a sense of accomplishment
- Break times: organise them as many as you need even for 5 minutes to keep your concentration and energy level focused
- Try to be in a study environment to avoid distractions
Good Luck everyone, we are in this together 😊
https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/tips-for-everyday-living/student-life/student-lifestyle/?o=6868#.XJkD8WdLHcs : recommended website by the wellbeing department.
Personally, I do recommend the down time, and everyone has a specific schedule so prioritising it around your personal life. I went back to Zumba and fitness and it helps me to focus better as well as adjusting a healthier diet (this often goes by pair).
On a final note, I hope you are adapting to the clock change from yesterday and making the most of the sunshine even with the deadlines. I tried to sit at least 15min a day under the sun which gives me a peaceful time and energy boost.
Have a great week all
