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1. Post your tip with a title. You can add a picture if you like.

2. Send you name and title of your entry to br-healthyu@nottingham.ac.uk

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I go down to the common areas of my accommodation so I'm not alone in my bedroom, and offer to play a game with whoever's in there

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i like to speak to my flatmates in my accom and share meals wiht them in order to get to know them

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Go for a walk on campus, take in the beautiful scenery and enjoy God's creation <3

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Go on an autumnal walk and call a friend 

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Go on an autumnal walk and call a friend 

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When I felt homesick in first year I would go round Highfields Park (near the Lakeside arts) and call a friend. The area is beautiful in beautiful in Autumn and a nice nature walk space so close to campus. Another great park in Wollaton, which has deer in it. Walking in the city centre is also lovely in the late Autumn with a hot drink in hand when the city lights turn on for Christmas.

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As an international student, I've definitely had my share of "wobbles" dealing with homesickness and the occasional cultural shock. It can sometimes feel overwhelming to be so far away from everything familiar.

My solution is to take a quick trip home without ever leaving my room. I brought my rubab (a traditional stringed Pakistani instrument) with me.

Whenever I feel that familiar sense of anxiety or homesickness creeping in, I put my books down, take a break, and play my rubab. The sounds and the feeling of the instrument in my hands instantly transport me back to my home and family. It’s a simple, powerful way to center myself, feel grounded, and recharge before diving back into university life.

If you're an international student struggling with the transition, my tip is to find your own 'sound of home' whether it's a piece of music, a special dish, or an item that connects you to your roots. Taking a small, intentional break like this can make a huge difference!

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Facing these 'wobbly' moments, feeling self-conscious and seeking courage when doing new things - sometimes even questioning yourself if you are even cut out for it can be tough, especially if they're out of your comfort zone.

But believe that having courage doesn't mean that you're fearless; having courage means you're doing it along with the fear.

That's when you know you'll grow.

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I will often call my family back at home and yap to them over video call. Usually when I feel anxious, this helps me to calm down.

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I like to spend time in nature when I'm having a wobble. Nature does things in it's own way and time, so it makes me feel less rushed and calms me down a lot. Walking is also good exercise and that helps me feel calmer too.

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Freeze the stress! (frozen jelly can't wobble)

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Freeze the stress! (frozen jelly can't wobble)

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Freeze the stress by playing with cats & dogs, it won't wobble anymore 💓

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My favourite thing to do is walk around the beautiful campus! It’s the best way to clear my head and mentally reset after a busy day. It’s a great way to take a break from constant noise and screens, as well as get your body gently moving and enjoying some fresh air.

It’s completely normal to feel overwhelmed or down sometimes (university is intense!), but managing stress doesn’t require huge changes. I find that simple things like walking outside are an easy and realistic way of looking after myself, but make a big difference in the end.

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Photo of swans on the lake, with the Trent Building in the background. 

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I listen to calming music and take away the pain of being stressed out. Music genres like classical and ambient are recommended for the purpose of relaxing myself.

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When life wobbles, I plug in my headphones, blast my favourite playlist, and pretend I’m in a movie montage turning my life around. Works every time.

I also make a comforting meal (usually pasta), light a candle, and remind myself I’ve survived 100% of my bad days so far and this one’s no different. I FaceTime a friend from home to help me get through it

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I make sure to reach out to friends and family to tell them how I'm feeling and talk about our problems together

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When I’m having a bit of a wobble I like to confirm that I have met all my basic needs first:

1. Have I eaten?

2. Have I had enough water?

3. Have I cleaned myself?

4. Have I cleaned my environment?

5. Have I slept enough?

6. Have I socialised enough? (or too much)

I find that taking it back to my basic human need helps me ground myself, and it helps me form a stable foundation to get over my wobble.

After all, how can I stress about academic success when I’ve not looked after my basic needs?

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put your headphones in and listen to your favourite music, and go get some fresh air - the campus is so good for surrounding yourself with nature or even pop over into wollaton park

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Walk a cross campus, go to a caffe spend some time at the gym or look for people outside of your accomodation. To break the negative bubble you've found yourself in.

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I have a list in my notes app of everything I love about life. Whenever I’m feeling like the days keep moving on without me, I open up the pinned note, and I will schedule into my week all the little wonders that help me feel like I can breathe again. I’ll go on a walk with my camera and headphones and capture the world through the lens. I’ll sit in a coffee shop, buy an overpriced cappuccino and a new book and loose myself in it between sips. I’ll wake early, before the sun and my housemates, and write until the sky brightens. I’ll FaceTime my family, friends from home, my cat; have long procrastinating chats with friends. Too often I find myself hung up on the great conflicts of life so much that everything seems pointless, but every now and again I have to fit in these trivial, necessary things that bring me peace, to remind myself why it’s all worth it.

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Sit down with a pen and a piece of paper, and write down all the hard things you've done or made it through at this point in your life. Just things that you found difficult: a tough exam, conflict with friends/family, horrible travel experience, grief, etc. Write down as many as you can think of. Then think about what you're currently worried about in comparison to what's on the list. I usually find that I've done much harder things than whatever I'm currently worried about which helps rebuild my confidence.

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Missing your friends, missing what your day to day life used to be, 7 hour time differences to call your parents, or a long train ride to see them and feeling lonely and unsure on how to make real connections is really hard and feeling wobbly isn’t uncommon. Give yourself the benefit of the doubt! This feeling is completely normal but it won’t last forever. Allowing yourself to enjoy the little things whilst being on your own and getting to know yourself in a different setting is the key to being able to branch out and make connections. Put yourself out there and remember that most of the people surrounding you are feeling just as wobbly! :)

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There are moments when everything feels a bit too much, when the world moves too fast and I am just trying to keep up. My own wobble came quietly at first, the sort of unease that builds when you are far from home, surrounded by new faces and expectations. I remember feeling like I should be doing better, handling things more easily, and that made it even harder to admit I was struggling.

What helped was slowing down and being honest with myself. I started going for small walks around campus, even when I did not feel like it, just to clear my head. I would listen to music, focus on my breathing, and remind myself that I was not alone, that most of us have days where things feel unsteady. Talking to friends helped too, not necessarily for advice, but for that quiet understanding that comes from being listened to.

I also began writing down little things I was grateful for, like a kind word from someone, a good cup of tea, or sunlight through my window. It did not fix everything overnight, but it gave me perspective. Slowly, I stopped seeing my wobbles as failures and started to see them as signs that I am human, learning and growing.

Over time, I found a few things that made a real difference. Keeping a routine helped me feel more grounded, even if it was something small like making my bed or planning my day. Getting enough sleep and eating properly made more of a difference than I expected. I tried to spend less time scrolling on my phone when I felt low, and more time doing something simple but positive like reading, cooking, or going outside.

I also started doing breathing exercises when I felt anxious, which helped calm my thoughts and bring me back to the moment. Sometimes, I would buy myself a small sweet treat or reward for getting through the day, just as a reminder that little wins matter. Another thing that lifted my mood was writing positive quotes or kind messages on post-it notes and sticking them on my mirror. Seeing those words each morning while getting ready for uni gave me a quiet boost and reminded me to keep going.

If you are having one of those days, be gentle with yourself. Take things one step at a time, reach out to someone, rest when you need to, and do something kind for yourself. Remember that everyone wobbles now and then, and that it is part of growing and finding balance. Wobbles do not last forever, and when they pass, you often realise you have become stronger for having faced them.

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Although life may seem overwhelming in however way, just know people are going through exactly what you are. Connect with people through events, your lectures, flatmates, societies and share what’s on your mind. It makes it easier to get through it. Remember you are doing amazing, so keep going :)

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I like to turn off my laptop at 8 and then me and my friends all get together in the kitchen and cook together and this time is really great to switch off and remind myself that it’s not all about work 24/7

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Going to the gym to improve both your mental and physical health. Aiming to do 3-4 times a week, around an hour

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Get comfortable in your room or find a nice quiet spot on campus with an autumnal view and watch your go-to Fall comfort film to slow down and let the season give you warmth. Personal Recommendation- Over the Garden Wall- perfect autumn watch to ease your mind and escape.

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There are moments when the ground beneath me feels shaky, when I lose my sense of direction. In those times, I try not to fight the feeling. I just pause and remind myself that everything passes.

When I feel lost, I sink into my children’s hugs and instantly recharge. Their warmth, laughter, and honesty bring me back to the moment where I don’t have to be perfect, I just have to be.

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Sometimes you just need to blast tunes in the flat and act real weird… play twister at 11pm and dress up in black tie at 1

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Sometimes all I need is half an hour in the kitchen with some great music and ingredients

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Sit down with yourself, have a reflection of what went well in your week and what could’ve gone better. It may be hard now but it’ll all be worth it in the long run and one day you’ll be your own boss! Constantly remind yourself of what you are doing this for❣️.

Ps: Every thing you love was once just an idea/dream

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I often suffer with imposter syndrome and fear I will be discovered as a fraud. What I am finding helpful is to write down or save positive feedback and compliments I get from others and when I have acheived a goal etc. Its really easy to forget how well you are doing and how far you've come when you are feeling wobbly. I also have some go to treats when I have made it through a difficult task - my fav songs, a nice coffee and cake or watching re runs of my fav sitcoms 🤩

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When I’ve had a stressful week and my room is a mess, I push everything back in it’s place and do other household chores like my washing and food prep. I find that when my space is clean and organised, everything feels less tense.