Whether you like it or not, having a budget is part of being an adult. And as tempting as it is to get that new book or video game or maybe that jacket you saw is 30% off, it isn’t…

If you’re a university student, chances are that you don’t have a lot of time to make sure that your room is always spotless. And when you do have the time, there just seems to be so much to clean…

We live in a time where there is absolutely no shortage of information! Isn’t that exciting? That means that anyone can learn pretty much anything, and those who jump on this bandwagon will certainly reap the benefits. Short courses are…

For some, small talk is as natural as breathing. For others, it’s a bit more difficult. Your mouth doesn’t seem to want to make the right sounds, and you can never think of anything to fill the awkward silence with.…

It’s that time of year again. As exciting as the holidays are, you need to keep your safety at the forefront of your mind. Sadly, the criminal element never sleeps. And as much as you’re looking forward to parties and…

If you’ve ever been in a bathroom that doesn’t get cleaned very often, you know how gross soap scum can be. That greyish film that develops on shower doors and curtains is not just an eyesore; it’s also a health…

So, you’ve decided to give the holidays a try, healthy style. That’s great! Now all you have to figure out is how to get through them without gaining five pounds or, worse, getting sick. Eating healthy during the holidays may…

As a student, when you move away from home into student accommodation, you may find yourself facing some new challenges. Is your new space clean and healthy? Does it smell musty or “old” at times? This is an indication of…

First impressions are really important! You’d like to be perceived as fun and trustworthy by anyone you’d like to become friends with, right? But you want to look disciplined and reliable to future employers. But how do we know what…

Your body uses water to help you function, whether you’re trying to study or going to the gym. But how much water should you be drinking? Is everyone supposed to be drinking the same amount of water, or is it…

We all want to fit in, especially when we’re young and still discovering who we are. And because of that many of us allow ourselves to be moulded by others to a larger or lesser degree. It’s so easy to…

Have you ever asked yourself, “How does alcohol affect my brain?” If you haven’t, you should. Whilst drinking with your friends may seem all fun and games, there may be long and short-term effects that you aren’t considering. We’re not…

Consistency and persistence. You’ve most probably heard both of these words in your life and you might even be trying to attain both of these. But when it comes to consistency vs persistence, which one is more valuable? Or are…

Let’s face it; no one likes living in a room that smells damp or musty. Well, you shouldn’t, really. One article talking about the benefits of a clean space, particularly one that smells clean, says, “ The link between olfactory…

Whether you have a big or small room, sometimes it may feel like there’s almost no room. There might seem to be no floor space or room left in your cupboards, and you find yourself tripping over things that don’t…

You’re in university — a time when you’re trying to figure out who you are, what you want to do, and where you want to go. But at the same time, it’s easy to feel like nothing is going right.…

Whether you’re highly introverted or highly extroverted, you’ve probably felt some form of social anxiety in your life. It could be caused by meeting a group of new people or even just going outside. If this sounds familiar, then you’ll…

As a human, the thought of being wrong doesn’t seem that exciting – quite the opposite in fact!. It gives us a bit of an ego boost to say, “Ha! See? I knew it!” But the fact is, we don’t…

Once you’ve left the confines of school and entered the world of varsity, you probably were pretty relieved to shed those formal uniforms. Welcome to the world of wearing whatever you want and being happy doing so. But, did you…

Let’s face it, most of us, if not all of us, have too much stuff in our room. Whether it’s empty crisp packets you haven’t thrown away yet or a collection of “important papers” that you don’t have a home…

You’ve probably heard the term “brain food” used at some point or another. But what actually is brain food? And why should you be thinking about this somewhat random subject now that you’re in varsity? Let’s look at what brain…

As a student, you might not love the idea of reading pages and pages of notes in a textbook, but it’s something you just need to do. It’s a shame there isn’t a way to absorb the important information without…

You’ve heard of neuroplasticity before, but do you know what it means? Neuroplasticity refers to the way our brains are constantly forming new connections between neurons throughout our lives. So how can this be applied to university students? A recent…

Alright, it’s studying time. You don’t feel like it, but it needs to be done. So, for the next two hours… two hours? That seems like an awfully long time, and that fact alone is seriously off-putting. Is there any…

At some point, you have heard people gossip or have gossiped. It’s simply human nature, right? But what if you’ve been the victim of gossip? How can you protect yourself from the damaging effect of gossip and prevent it from…

Lecture halls at universities can vary in size depending on the institution and the class you’re taking. But where is the best place to sit in a university lecture hall? Does one even exist, or are you just supposed to…

We could all do with a little extra money, especially in university. But many jobs will interfere with your university hours, or they can get too demanding and take what little energy you have left. So what jobs can you…

Have you ever found yourself getting upset or angry at a specific situation and wondered why? Perhaps your response was a lot bigger than the situation warranted. This could be an emotional trigger. But what exactly are they, and what…

It’s so easy to just press the snooze button on your alarm in the morning to get those few extra minutes of sleep in. And then maybe you press the snooze button again. And again. And now you have to…

Early morning or night owl? If you’re a student of any kind then you’ll know that studying – whether you enjoy it or not – has to be done. Perhaps you’ve wondered when is the best time to study, or…

Emotions can significantly influence how you absorb information (or don’t as the case may be). It can be problematic when it comes to exams and assignments, which can hinder your progress. Research has shown that your brain stops forming new…

Everyone enjoys listening to music, no matter the genre. Some use music as an escape, others use it to relax and maybe some just like to jump around their dorm to their favourite song. Maybe you’ve found that music helps…

Anyone who’s ever been on the internet (that’s everyone, right?) has probably been granted access to pictures of people’s bedrooms. From layout to decor, colour choices, artwork and storage – we have more ideas than we can ever use. And…

“Make sure to drink your water,” might be something you’ve heard from a very young age. Whoever told you that was right. You do need to drink water. But why? Let’s see why you should stay hydrated in varsity and…

Most people, if not everyone, has doodled from time to time. But what does doodling in class achieve? Won’t it just make you more distracted than you already are? The answer may surprise you! Let’s look at a few ways…

People are a lot more anxious today than ever before. It seems that it’s simply part of being a human in today’s crazy world. While some level of stress is to be expected, it becomes a problem when your anxiety…

It’s no surprise that most people would prefer to order their food rather than having to cook it themselves. (We’re looking at you, students!) And whilst that does make your life a bit easier, sooner or later you’re going to…

How many times have you heard people talk about an interesting book that they read, or listened to, and you’ve thought, “Gosh, I wish I had more time to read,” or even, “I wish I liked reading.” One way to…

No one enjoys arguing, but it happens. But surely if no one likes arguing there has to be a way to avoid conflict, right? Let’s look at three ways that you can avoid conflict and maintain relationships with both those…

Trying to find your tribe in varsity might seem daunting, if not downright terrifying. How do you know if you’re making the right friends? What if no one wants to be friends with you? Where do you even start? Well,…

We all know that slightly musty smell that seems to permeate through a house. It is tricky to deal with and makes our clothes and rooms smell somewhat less than fresh. Unfortunately, damp can occur in almost all houses. Surely…

Before you move into any house, the first thing you’d probably do is look into how well the house has been maintained. Nobody wants to take on a problem residence, right? Plus, a clean, hygienic space is the foundation of…

One of the last things that you want to be worrying about when moving to your student room is, “Am I missing any important appliances?” Whilst some places already have small appliances for student rooms, making sure you have what…

We get it, being a student is hard work. The last thing you want to be concentrating on is how clean your room is. You might not even think about how clean your carpet is. But let us explain why…

“Why take notes by hand when I can just put everything on my device?” is probably what you might be thinking. Note-taking is so last year! But have you considered that maybe taking notes by hand is more beneficial than…

Self-control is something that most people struggle with., not just university students. What a lot of people don’t do is find out how they can use self-control and self-discipline to better themselves and achieve their goals. But before we can…

Critical thinking is, well, critical to your everyday life. We need to make considered decisions each day and deal with the consequences. But, how can critical thinking help in the workplace? How would you develop critical thinking? What is critical…

Being at university is exciting, stimulating…and can be incredibly overwhelming and scary. Especially so when you are doing the best that you can, only to find out that someone else is cheating! The probability that someone is cheating on one…

For some – okay – most of us, cleaning is a chore that we’d rather not do. And it doesn’t help that some cleaning products are just an extra expense that we can do without. Whilst using natural disinfectants won’t…

No one is disappointed to be rid of the dreaded high school acne. But, now that we’re at university, our bad skin is gone and we’re looking fresh-faced and glowing! Oh, but if only it was as simple as that!…

Sticking it out is one of the biggest lessons we can learn in life. The value of perseverance is something that should be taught more often than it is – having staying power will serve you well in every aspect…

You’ve heard of psychometric tests, and you’ve probably completed one by now. But we have to ask, are they actually relevant? After all, if you’ve studied for a particular career and have been trained accordingly – surely that’s enough? Well…