Managing Anxiety

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Welcome to the Quick Start Guide on managing anxiety!

Your ability to manage your fear or nervousness towards your academics i.e. classes, tests, performance.

THIS SKILL IS GOOD TO PRIORITIZE IF…

  • You find yourself getting nervous and worried about school work and notice it impacting your life – you may struggle to concentrate, relax or sleep.
  • You often stress about a test and fear failing.
  • You worry about your performance on an assignment which can interfere with getting it done.

COURSE INFORMATION

Course Level: Beginner

Time to Complete: 10 mins

Perfect for: Students in WRTG100/101, ENGL103, or anyone who needs a refresher.

Additional Resources

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Managing Anxiety 101

This video will introduce you to the concept of synthesis.

In this mini-course we explore the following concepts in more detail:

  1. Some techniques to manage anxiety
  2. Some tips for how to form habits that manage anxiety

Try these techniques!

Breathe & Talk

Breathe & Talk

Process Mindset

Process Mindset

  • Focus on the process versus the end result.
  • Rather than worrying about your final grade, focus on what you are currently doing to be successful.

Practice Self-Compassion

Practice Self-Compassion

  • Speak to yourself the way you would to a friend.
  • Be mindful of what is happening in the present.
  • You are normal – anxiety is common among your peers.
  • Ask for help.

Make a habit of managing your anxiety!

Here are some ideas to get you started:

 

Book an appointment with a counsellor or your family doctor.

Create a bedtime hygiene routine to prepare your body for rest.
This involves calming your mind and unplugging from
technology at least 30 minutes before you go to bed.

Exercise 15+ minutes a day;  why not start with a walk.

Try meditating for 10 minutes a day.

Congratulations!

Now, return to the Learning Commons Resource Moodle and do the exit quiz to confirm your new knowledge!

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