My University Experience | Conquering Anxiety, Coping with Perfectionism & Discovering My Academic Identity

With my undergraduate degree officially coming to an end, join me as I reflect on my transformative journey at University - the highs, lows, and everything in betweenIn this episode, I discuss the chronological journey - from the numerous mental health wobbles, studying during a pandemic, unforeseen personal challenges, as well as the valuable lessons I learned in coping with academic anxiety.But it’s not all about the struggles.I also delve into my personal growth as I went from feeling isolated and withdrawn to finally finding a sense of belonging - making all the difference in my university experience.Moreover, I share how I actively sought out opportunities to expand my knowledge, gain unique experiences, and challenge myself to try and stand out from the crowd.And in closing, I touch upon my future academic plans, relationships, as well as the priority of focusing on your psychological well-being despite the inherent pressures that come with pursuing a degree.

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Keep Smiling is hosted by Lara Rebecca - a Cardiff based Mental Health & Eating Disorder Awareness Advocate. This podcast focuses upon wellbeing, mindset, and adversarial growth... featuring honest and authentic discussions with inspirational guests, with an aim to destigmatise the conversation circulating mental health, raise awareness, and provide hope to listeners.