SMART STRESS MANAGEMENT AND RELAXATION TECHNIQUES By Ruth Schembri OBJECTIVES… … To let students know that stress is a very COMMON issue one faces being a university student … To tell peers that there are many ways in which one can MINIMISE it AIM To increase awareness how stress can affect students: Cognitively Physically Behaviourally AIM To provide useful tips so as to reduce stress and manage it well before it gets out of hand FACEBOOK PAGE TIPS HOW TO BE PRODUCTIVE: Sleep better Healthy eating plan Be positive Exercise Do not multitask Make a plan and stick to it Be realistic Study in a group if it helps Eat healthily FINDING TIME TO EXERCISE: Go for a walk in your lunch break Wake up half an hour early Write down an exercise schedule FACE-TO-FACE ACTIVITY ZUMBA Relieves stress Method for socialising Keeping fit Studies showed that it increases one’s endorphins making the person feel happier HOMEOPATHY Holistic approach Studies show its effectiveness Involves the mind, boy and emotions HAVE A NICE DAY!