OVERCOMING STRESS AS A UI STUDENT

 By Doja

        According to the World Health Organization (WHO), health is “a state of complete physical, social and mental well-being and not merely the absence of disease and infirmity.” Stress is one factor which can be a threat to one’s health. 

The WHO defines stress as “ a state of worry or mental tension caused by a difficult situation.”

Stress can affect health, I. e., physical, mental, and social wellbeing, if not properly managed. Stress can either be good stress, referred to as eustress, or bad stress, which is called distress. Getting quality sleep, having a schedule for tasks, meditating, relating with people, and exercising regularly can manage stress. 

The word “stress” in popular usage makes it seem like a passing feeling or just pressure. Stress levels can increase due to changes in physiological and environmental factors such as trying to adapt to a new environment, trying to cover those chosen five chapters before your test or exam, preparing for presentations, or strains in personal relationships.

Stress levels usually decrease when the causal situation is removed, but the effects of stress can sometimes be long-lasting. Stress can lead to strains on physical and mental health, which sometimes manifest in the forms of insomnia, irritability, anxiety, problems with digestion, and depression. In cases where the source of stress cannot be eliminated, stress can be managed through various methods, including getting quality sleep, maintaining healthy social relationships, exercising regularly, and getting help if one has developed a mental health problem as a long-term effect of stress. 

Sometimes, talking to friends, family, or even new people can be that thing that eases your stress a little, so even if you’re busy, make some time to relate with the people around you; human beings are, after all, social animals for a reason. Doing some physical exercise can help, too, so try to leave the confines of your room, your faculty library, or your favourite reading spot; take a break from everything by doing some physical exercise or take a walk to clear your head. You can even explore new places in your environment. The importance of sleep cannot be overemphasized either. Do you know that rest is necessary to consolidate your memories and solidify what you’ve learned? As humans, we’re programmed to at least sleep at night, so even if you’re a TDB lord, don’t forget to ensure you’re getting enough sleep. Getting some rest might be the magic that takes away some of your stress, and if you feel like stressful situations trigger more serious psychological or physical issues in you, seek professional help. 

With the semester almost at its end, tests flying, and exams looming, fatigue and weariness are evident in the carriage of most students, on our faces, and in the entirety of our being. Besides the hot servings of tests and oncoming examinations, personal engagements and relationships can be added sources of tension for us. However, our interpretation of the things that stress us as either motivating or negative stress can make a big difference. We should, therefore, as much as we can, try to see our challenges as surmountable ones and, for the sake of our physical, social, and mental well-being, destress and try to eliminate or at least manage those factors that are sources of distress to us. 

By Doja

        According to the World Health Organization (WHO), health is “a state of complete physical, social and mental well-being and not merely the absence of disease and infirmity.” Stress is one factor which can be a threat to one’s health. 

The WHO defines stress as “ a state of worry or mental tension caused by a difficult situation.”

Stress can affect health, I. e., physical, mental, and social wellbeing, if not properly managed. Stress can either be good stress, referred to as eustress, or bad stress, which is called distress. Getting quality sleep, having a schedule for tasks, meditating, relating with people, and exercising regularly can manage stress. 

The word “stress” in popular usage makes it seem like a passing feeling or just pressure. Stress levels can increase due to changes in physiological and environmental factors such as trying to adapt to a new environment, trying to cover those chosen five chapters before your test or exam, preparing for presentations, or strains in personal relationships.

Stress levels usually decrease when the causal situation is removed, but the effects of stress can sometimes be long-lasting. Stress can lead to strains on physical and mental health, which sometimes manifest in the forms of insomnia, irritability, anxiety, problems with digestion, and depression. In cases where the source of stress cannot be eliminated, stress can be managed through various methods, including getting quality sleep, maintaining healthy social relationships, exercising regularly, and getting help if one has developed a mental health problem as a long-term effect of stress. 

Sometimes, talking to friends, family, or even new people can be that thing that eases your stress a little, so even if you’re busy, make some time to relate with the people around you; human beings are, after all, social animals for a reason. Doing some physical exercise can help, too, so try to leave the confines of your room, your faculty library, or your favourite reading spot; take a break from everything by doing some physical exercise or take a walk to clear your head. You can even explore new places in your environment. The importance of sleep cannot be overemphasized either. Do you know that rest is necessary to consolidate your memories and solidify what you’ve learned? As humans, we’re programmed to at least sleep at night, so even if you’re a TDB lord, don’t forget to ensure you’re getting enough sleep. Getting some rest might be the magic that takes away some of your stress, and if you feel like stressful situations trigger more serious psychological or physical issues in you, seek professional help. 

With the semester almost at its end, tests flying, and exams looming, fatigue and weariness are evident in the carriage of most students, on our faces, and in the entirety of our being. Besides the hot servings of tests and oncoming examinations, personal engagements and relationships can be added sources of tension for us. However, our interpretation of the things that stress us as either motivating or negative stress can make a big difference. We should, therefore, as much as we can, try to see our challenges as surmountable ones and, for the sake of our physical, social, and mental well-being, destress and try to eliminate or at least manage those factors that are sources of distress to us.