Care

Originally posted March 30, 2017

Week 5… more commonly known as survival week. This week is generally the week when assignments are starting to build up, emotions are high and you’re already behind in your work. Assignment time can be hard guys, it’s a tough and gruelling time and it’s all too easy to spiral out in.

So… this weeks blog post isn’t about how to study, it isn’t anything law related at all actually but it’s important. This week we’re looking at ways of self-care.

Self-care is vital, it’s a way to unwind and relax, you need to take care of yourself or you’ll get burnt out, flunk your exams and just be miserable. Here are DLSS Geelong’s top 5 ways of self-care.

1. Bubble bath and a drink

If you have a bath in your house then you’re lucky and I hate you a little bit. Having a super bubbly bath with some candles and an alcoholic drink of your choice can really help to unwin(e)d and get your head back into a non-panicky stage. Bubble baths are amazing, and NOT just for girls. Men you need to give this stuff a go, ok? For me. Just try it and I promise you’ll love it. Also, fun fact, plastic containers float in the bath so… snacks.

2. Colouring

Yes, colouring. I know you’ve heard so so much about adult colouring books but this writer swears by them. I’m an avid collector of them and one of my favs is an adult sweary book with lovely swearwords I like to colour in and give to certain people. It’s fun. It takes your mind off the study and actually kind of helps you remember things. By doing such a manual task, your brain is able to work quietly in the background and you could even end up figuring out things you’ve been stuck on for weeks.

3. Exercise

CARDIO! Ok, so not many people like cardio but even a short walk around the block can relax your mind and the exercise ensures you’re not getting restless staying at your desk all day. Not to mention you can walk off all those study snacks. It doesn’t even have to be around the block! There’s a 24 hour Kmart in Belmont, the amount of times I’ve gone there at 3am to get my mind off study is beyond funny.

4. Take a night off

Just CANNOT get that concept from equity or admin? Take the night off. You’re probably overthinking things, take the night off to just chill. Yeah I know.. law students can’t ‘chill’ but I swear, taking the night off and watching a movie will help you relax, sleep better and you’ll most likely wake up and be able to better understand the concept you’re struggling with. Take a long shower/bath, chuck on your oldest, comfiest pjs and watch a movie in bed with your favourite snack.

5. The little things matter

Do you have something that you absolutely love to do but simply hadn’t had a chance to do since Uni started? Something small? Go do it. Whether it’s washing your puppy pal or even just playing an Xbox game or three. Remove yourself from the world of exams and escape for a bit, not to long but enough to unwind and chill. By taking a small break and getting back to it, you’re less likely to binge Netflix as well. Try it.