Tuesday, November 11, 2014

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MSU Students and students in the community gave their input on how work and school creates unwanted stress in their lives. Tyra Cooper, MSU student, said that she handles stress by telling herself its just a job. Students Vanessa Valezaquez and Aaron Tucker, a LCC student, gave advice on handling stress as well. Velazquez suggested quitting work or taking a break and Tucker suggested connecting yourself to people or things that keep you balanced. Overall students expressed that although its working and being a student gets hard, they tend to manage themselves. The following tips from Dartmouth University’ Academic Skills Center were also given:
Add balance to life; don't overdo studies or play.
Know and accept what kind of person you are: strengths and weaknesses.
Get a thorough physical exam.
Take "time outs", especially during study.
Expand your support network, reinforce friendships.
Exercise regularly.
Watch your breathing.
Walk loosely and walk more.
Learn and practice relaxation skills.
Study each subject regularly for moderate periods of time.

Discuss problems with friends, family, dean or counselor.

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