In our busy lives, it seems like feeling stressed is the normality. Some of us thrive off a little stress; however, stress for many can be a hindrance, and really affects their daily lives. It’s always good to take a second to clear your mind and de-stress – especially during exam season. And since April… Continue reading How to De-stress
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Feed the Mob for Under a Tenner
Student living is like no other. All nighters, party flats with sticky floors and grimy bathrooms, a washing pile that just doesn’t seem to be going down – it disappeared at home? – and mouldy bread. So much mouldy bread. Fed up of having hunger pangs? Never fear, there is a brand new social media… Continue reading Feed the Mob for Under a Tenner
Let’s Talk About Depression
Today is World Health Day, an annual event highlighting various illnesses and disabilities to raise awareness and spread knowledge. This year the World Health Organisation (WHO) is running a year-long campaign on depression. Depression is one of the leading illnesses worldwide and suicide is the second largest cause of death amongst those aged 15 to… Continue reading Let’s Talk About Depression
5 Reasons not to let Blue Monday get you down
Every year we’re told that the third Monday in January is “Blue Monday,” the “most depressing day of the year” thanks to the fact we are all missing Christmas, we are all poor at this time of the year, and (of course) the weather. But don’t fret! There are still plenty of good things to… Continue reading 5 Reasons not to let Blue Monday get you down
Why we need to stand up for Kanye
Kanye West has been known to do and say some controversial things from time to time. No scrap that – Kanye IS controversial. And that’s why we love him. But there is no denying that his recent behaviour has been troubling. From calling out Beyonce and claiming Jay Z had hit men (“Jay Z, I… Continue reading Why we need to stand up for Kanye
Managing your mental health
Today is World Mental Health Day and it’s all about raising awareness and encouraging conversation about mental health problems of all kinds. A report released this August showed that 1 in 4 university students suffer with mental health problems such as depression or anxiety, so it’s vital to talk about these issues – and to seek… Continue reading Managing your mental health
Surviving cold and flu season
All morning at Source Towers, we’ve been complaining. It’s cold. It’s wet. It’s getting dark earlier and earlier. Strictly is back on the telly. At least three of us are coughing and sneezing – yep, autumn is here! As we’ve been reminded, autumn often brings something with it a succession of coughs, sneezes and sniffles.… Continue reading Surviving cold and flu season
Why it’s so important that stars like Zayn speak out about anxiety
When former One Direction member and current chart-topper Zayn Malik pulled of his performance at the Capital FM Summertime Ball in London on Saturday we could practically hear the wails of Directioners all the way up in Scotland. Of course for the fans with tickets, keen to see the Pillowtalk star, it was gutting news… Continue reading Why it’s so important that stars like Zayn speak out about anxiety
The science of study sleep
Teachers and parents are forever banging on about the importance of a good night’s sleep – and none of us are getting enough of it. But did you know that getting sufficient snooze time can make you more energetic, even-tempered and help your exam performance? Rachael Fulton spoke to Dr Linda Russell, otherwise known as The Sleep Lady, for some… Continue reading The science of study sleep