Distracted? Tips to increase concentration
We live in a world with a continuous stream of information from various channels demanding our attention. In addition, social media can be engaging – we scroll through photos and messages andRead More…
We live in a world with a continuous stream of information from various channels demanding our attention. In addition, social media can be engaging – we scroll through photos and messages andRead More…
Being resilient means that we trust ourselves to deal with challenges and have hope that things will work out in the end. It does not mean that we do not feel frustrated,Read More…
Do you notice that you want to make progress with your assignments or dissertation but wonder if your work is good enough? Are you dissatisfied with your work? Do you worry aboutRead More…
We hear that we need to be confident to do well in this world. But how do we know when we are confident? We can recognise this feeling when we feel goodRead More…
In evolutionary terms, when we face a dangerous situation, our body reacts automatically to prepare us by releasing cortisol – a stress hormone. It is normal for our muscles to tense up,Read More…
We delay getting our work done, not because of laziness, but because we are affected by the present bias. It refers to our human tendency to prefer what is comfortable and moveRead More…
It can take time to get back into studying after the summer break or resume studying after having a job. It may feel daunting to get back into a routine of lecturesRead More…
Welcome to all new students, and welcome back to all of you who are returning to continue your studies. We are all looking forward to being on campus and connect with others.Read More…
Most of you will know your results by now or will soon hear about them. Congratulations to all on your efforts and perseverance during your time at university. And for those ofRead More…
Self-awareness is having a good understanding of what motivates us, understanding our behaviour and feelings. It allows us to have better control over our emotions and our behaviour. Getting to know ourselvesRead More…