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What are the mental challenges academics face in the pursuit of success?

Studying concepts, researching, collecting data, and being expected to create a new tool or idea can cause immense pressure on a student. High standards, fierce competition, and a relentless pursuit of academic success can all contribute to academic pressure, which can seriously negatively impact students’ mental health. Many individuals may contribute to this pressure,...

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Fear is your fuel

Fear is a beautiful thing. The social story, however, is that it’s something to, well, fear. You see, when fear presents itself, the body goes into a state of panic – the two most significant symptoms are increased heart rate, and shallow breath. Though these responses are physiologically sound, in that they serve the...

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Keep calm and… find hacks to manage anxiety

‘Keep Calm and Carry On.’ It’s probably one of the most overused statements in the last decade. We’ve all seen the posters, mugs, gifs, and memes. We still see them. Along with stunning images of rock displays, meditation poses, and Buddhas with the mantras ‘Om,’ ‘Breathe,’ ‘Relax,’ or ‘Chill’ proudly displayed. But if you’re...

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