It’s been a really long since I was back in my home country, Pakistan. The last time I was there, my meals were still catered for, I hadn’t received a single module result and I didn’t know how to …
How to stay motivated during Lockdown
Day 1097 in Lockdown. You’re laid on your bed looking upwards at your ceiling wondering how it came to this. You’re weeks behind on your deadlines but it’s not even due to procrastination this …
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Looking after your wellbeing and mental health during lockdown
Maintaining mental health is a challenge at the best of times; but the COVID-19 pandemic is causing an even greater test to our wellbeing. I have put together some useful ways to help cope during this …
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Homesickness: looking after yourself when you’re separated from family and friends
It's a strange time to be an international student right now. We are currently living in very uncertain times, hoping for all of this to be over soon. Being 6500 miles away from home and remaining on …
How to look after your mental health during lockdown
Looking after your mental health can be a challenge at the best of times. In these circumstances it can become even more difficult. Being isolated from loved ones and being stuck indoors can be …
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Ten top tips for preparing for university
Here are ten tips for preparing for university whilst staying safe at home. 1. Check out York's societies Joining a society is one of the easiest ways to make friends and meet like-minded …
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