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"Be honest about what you are going through, it’s ok to reach out, having help can make things easier, not everyone has a support system."
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"Uni work causes a lot of stress especially how work is a lot more independent compared to ‘A’ levels. Advice I would offer would be to get a close set of course mates and help each other with the work because it would help you with Uni and general life."
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"I think a lot of students are put under stress by unrealistic expectations on social media (e.g. Instagram). I found workload less of a problem in 1st & 2nd year than it is now, it was mainly social pressures in 1st year because you don’t know anybody and have to make an effort to go out even of you don’t want to sometimes."
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"Try not to stay in your room too much, make sure to chat to people even if you don’t feel like it.”
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"Ask for Student Discount everywhere!"
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"Plan your meals at the start of the week and shop accordingly."
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"Don't put off Assignments, do them straight away so you have free time!"
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"Manage your time and money well!"
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"Don't spend your Student loan all at once, try to save it!"
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"Don't make yourself poorly with stress and don't put too much pressure on yourself!"
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"Join a range of societies as people are friendly!"
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"Don’t get too bogged down by work. Try your best but make the most of living in a new place and meeting new people."
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"It’s overwhelming for everyone and that is perfectly normal to feel like this - it gets so much better."
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"Don’t underestimate how long it takes to settle in. People always put their highlights on social media so don’t be mislead by what you see."
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"Don’t waste the day being hungover. Get up, shower, socialise, go to lectures - Alcohol is a depressant, so try to be productive."
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"Meet people, chat and enjoy yourself!"
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"It's really okay to ask for help!"
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"Talk to each other, don’t get too stressed - remember it’s only Uni and your health and well being always come first."
