The beginning of Michaelmas can be an overwhelming time for students, old and new. If you’ve just started at Oxford, then you’ve likely been busy attending freshers events nearly every day, meeting new people at your college and department (and promptly forgetting everyone’s names!), and trying to figure out your way around the city. For returning students, you may have just turned in essays, spent all summer writing papers or working on applications, and are now dreading the thought of returning to the rhythm of classes, seminars, etc.
This is a busy time, filled with activities and people and endless to-do lists. And it can be incredibly draining. So take a deep breath and realize that you choose how much work you take on this term.
During my first term at Oxford, I definitely tried to do too much. I was going to three or four different classes, reading groups, multiple talks a week, and still trying to write my essays and have a social life. There are so many opportunities at Oxford that it’s tempting to take advantage of as many of them as you can. But remember to take time for yourself. Your education is a priority (of course!), but you are an even bigger priority.
Some articles on making your well-being a priority and maintaining a work-life balance:
The Importance of Self-Care: Advice to Graduate Students
6 Ways to Survive Grad School: Work-Life Balance
5 Tested Tips to Battle Burnout with Better Self-Care
As always, feel free to reach out to me if you need a supportive friend! :)
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