We delay getting our work done, not because of laziness, but because we are affected by what researchers describe as the present bias. It refers to our human tendency to prefer whatRead 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…
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…
Starting a new calendar year provides us with the opportunity to make positive changes. The start of a new year is a good time to review our priorities and decide where to spendRead 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…
At this time of term most are busy managing a demanding workload. It is a good time to remind ourselves of the benefit of looking after ourselves so that we can doRead More…
Are you noticing that you do not feel motivated to sit down and start or continue your studies? Are your assignments accumulating? Are you feeling frustrated and concerned about deadlines? It isRead More…
As our world continues to be affected by Covid-19, we are experiencing ongoing uncertainty. It is changing the way we live and how we work. We now need to take care ofRead More…
Is it difficult to maintain your motivation to study? Before lockdown, we normally had to travel to the university. In that time, we were able to transition from our home non-work mindset intoRead More…
By Lizzie Stevenson (Mental Health Advisor) If you are already struggling with anxiety or depression, you may be worried about how Coronavirus will affect you. You may be worried about the uncertaintyRead More…