Psychologists reveal: THREE WAYS (+1) 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 a series of workshops offered by the VU student psychological counsellors, where we focus on themes that students regularly tell us they struggle with: procrastination, stress, feeling stuck in a negative spiral and general loss of overview.
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 four modules that you can follow consecutively or separately. It is not obligatory to do all four; 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 fourth bonus module we take you on a deep dive to a long term schedule. Long term - in this case - means: this study- or thesis-period. We spend time on helping you gain an overview on a very practical level. For instance if your course end withs an exam: what do you need to do in preparation? How much time do you need for this? This is about looking ahead and working your way back to today, step by step.
Important: if you participate in this bonus module, make sure to prepare before you come. Look up your course guide/syllabus/anything that gives a description of the course material relevant for the exam/thesis (Hint: check Canvas for this). Take this information with you!
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.
Working on... finding your personal balance: This module 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 recognize 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.
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 socialize, or cannot see the wood for the trees.
Dates & registration
Thursday 26 november, 11:00-12:00 hrs, VU campus, sign up
Make sure to sign up in time!