Student Spotlight: Saralynne Donovan, Radiation Therapy student
Saralynne Donovan decided to become a radiation therapist after cancer took a toll on her family. She came to Laboure College to learn how to heal.
April is National Stress Awareness Month. Stress affects us all at different times and in different ways, because stressors are all around us. As we wrap up the Spring semester and students are taking final exams, it is important to be aware of the stressors in our lives, how we are feeling, and making sure we practice self-care.
A little bit of stress can be exciting and healthy – like knowing that you’ll be graduating next month, or moving, or maybe starting a family or starting a new job, or taking a vacation. These kinds of stressors can be stimulating, keep you motivated, and help you achieve your goals.
Sometimes, though, the stress can become too much and overwhelm you. Personal events, illness, injury, job conflicts, or even internal thoughts and fears are stressors that cause distress and can have a negative impact on your health and well-being.
It’s important to be able to recognize the signs of too much stress, and to make sure you have the tools you need to get through it.
How do I know if I’m too stressed?
According to the Centers for Disease Control (source), some common signs of stress can be:
What can I do to reduce my stress?
While stress is never going to go away completely, knowing how to better respond to and manage it can help reduce the negative impact stress has on your body and your mind. (source)
During finals week at Labouré, Student Affairs is hosting several free on-campus activities for students. Check out the schedule below, come take a quick mental break, and refuel.
Feeling stressed or overwhelmed at school? Contact Student Affairs any time at (617) 322-3579 or StudentSuccess@laboure.edu.
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