While in College

Increased responsibilities with lowered adult supervisor Becoming more self-aware New social experiences Learning how to budget Meeting deadlines

In 2012, 86.1% of college students had felt overwhelmed by all they had to do (American Psychological Association, 2012)

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 Prioritize ◦ Decide what tasks need to be met first ◦ Make a plan and follow it

 Plan ◦ Plan Goals ◦ Plan for Resources ◦ Plan for Distractions ◦ Plan for the Process ◦ Plan for Yourself

 Make your morning routine nonnegotiable ◦ As much as you can  Block out your time ◦ 11:30-12:30 Lunch ◦ 12:45- 2:30 course wk ◦ 2:30-3 workout ◦ 3-3:15 snack ◦ 3:15-5 course wk ◦ 5- 5:30 & create to-do-lists ◦ 5:30-6:30 dinner

 Control your environment ◦ Who and what is around you  Reward yourself ◦ Give yourself breaks and treats  Exercise  Relax and rest ◦ Make time for yourself ◦ Get at least 7-8 hours sleep  Be aware of yourself ◦ Feeling stressed? Take a break  Do less and say no more often

 Wake up early so you can enjoy the evening to yourself or with friends  Use reminders ◦ Daily Planner ◦ Calendar ◦ Phone Aps ◦ Sticky Notes

 Google Calendar  Daily Water Reminder and Counter  30/30 (iOS)  Toggl  My Fitness Pal  My Life Organized

 Wellness Zone  University Counselling Services  Career Center