Navigating College Anxiety

College life is a whirlwind, and it is completely normal to feel overwhelmed by

the pressure sometimes. Try the four-seven-eight technique. Inhale for four, hold for seven,

and exhale for eight counts. Break your large assignments into tiny, manageable tasks.

A clear schedule can silence the mental noise. One student, let us call

him Alex, felt paralyzed by finals until he finally spoke up. Opening up to

a counselor changed his perspective from drowning to simply learning how to swim.

Most campuses offer free confidential support. Check your student portal for the mental health resource

link. Remember, reaching out for help is a sign of immense