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Three ways to improve your study Module 2: Balance and relaxation 23 January 2025 11:00 - 12:00

Psychologists reveal: THREE WAYS to improve your study (and personal) life!!!

You are ready to change (the way you study), but are not sure how to get started. 

This module is part of three modules offered by the VU student psychological counsellors, we will focus on themes that students regularly tell us they struggle with: procrastination, stress and feeling stuck in a negative spiral. 

The aim of each module is to give you insights into your own thoughts, feelings, and behaviours - and a set of practical tools that you can use when you hit the books. 

A series consists of three modules that you can follow consecutively or separately. It is not obligatory to do all three; you sign up for a single module. This makes it more easily accessible and demand driven. The modules may also be a nice refresher for students who previously met with a student psychological counsellor or completed a training or workshop! 

In this module it is all about balance. When experiencing problems with procrastination or motivation, but also with stress, it is important to look at how you deal with your own energy distribution. Do you spend too much time on your studies, or too little? How do you recognise the signals your body gives that it is time to pump the brakes? With our help, take the first steps towards achieving a better balance. 

Other modules in the series:

Working on... understanding your negative spiral: In this module we take a closer look at the negative spiral (also known as a vicious circle) you can get stuck in. This is an exercise from cognitive behavioural therapy which gives insight into the connection between what you think, feel, and do. This approach also gives you tools on how to break the spiral. 

How to… take action: In this module we work on behaviour. Sometimes you want to change, but where do you start? We spend time on helping you gain an overview, of both your short- and long-term plans. This is about taking action and getting a grip on your day. Useful for everyone: whether you procrastinate, like to socialise, or cannot see the wood for the trees. 

Dates & registration

Thursday 23 January, 11:00-12:00 hrs, VU campus, sign up
Friday 14 March, 11:00-12:00 hrs, VU campus, sign up
Monday 19 May, 11:00-12:00 hrs, VU campus, sign up

This module is also offered in Dutch look for more information about the entire programme on the page Courses to optimize studying.

Make sure to sign up in time!

Programme

For whom: all VU students
Number of participants: max. 30
Number of sessions: 1
Length of session: 1 hour
Costs: none

Want to gain more from your studies? Learn how to study!

Want to gain more from your studies? Learn how to study!

How to study efficiently? How do handle (study) stress and difficulty concentrating? What to do with procrastination? VU Amsterdam organises special training to help you get the most out of your studies. From study motivation to dealing with fear of failure, from presenting with confidence to strengthening your focus and much more. Find the training you need and develop yourself!

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About Three ways to improve your study Module 2: Balance and relaxation

Starting date

  • 23 January 2025

Time

  • 11:00 - 12:00

Organised by

  • Student and Educational Affairs (SOZ)

Language

  • English

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