i feel stressed about school what shall i do
Hey, when school stress starts piling up, a few small steps can make things feel more manageable 💛
You could start with whichever of these feels easiest:
👉 Take slow breaths, breathing in for 4 seconds, holding for 4, then breathing out for 4.
👉 Break schoolwork into smaller tasks, so it feels less overwhelming.
👉 Take short breaks to recharge, like a five-minute walk or listening to a favourite song.
👉 Talk through your worries with a friend, teacher, or a parent or trusted adult, as sharing the pressure can make a big difference 🫶
👉 Try to get enough sleep, eat well, stay active, and make time for things you enjoy.
If the stress feels overwhelming, doesn’t improve, stops you doing things, or comes with constant anxiety or low mood, you could speak to a school counsellor or doctor for more support.
Take care of yourself ✨
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Sources:
NHS Inform "Struggling with stress"
https://www.nhsinform.scot/healthy-living/mental-wellbeing/stress/struggling-with-stressMind "Managing stress and building resilience"
https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/types-of-mental-health-problems/stress/managing-stress-and-building-resilience/
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