Overcoming the Freshers Thursday Blues

Ok so it's been a very very very busy week so far, Including 2 pub crawls, a pier party, 2 freshers fairs, a pj party and not to mention last night shenanigans and today's events. So I think I can be excused for feeling a little bit pooped. But I also remember being a student on the Thursday of freshers week and experiencing quite a low time, realising that you have done all your enrolment and had a great time at all the events, and now ahead of you lies the options of sitting around at home watching the latest series of Biggest Loser Australia, or doing something to get out of this first small rut.

Now this is completely normal to feel a little deflated as this time of year and indeed this time of the week, and the first thing I would say is try not to worry. There will be many people who are feeling exactly like you feel right now.

The beast that is freshers week is such that it it front loaded with both activities that students want and need to take part in, but also massively front loaded with information that is chuck at new students, 90% of which I know bounced off me, when I was in that position 5 years ago.

So I think it is now that I should explain some of the ways to overcome these blues and get you back on track enjoying Uni life.

1. GO BACK AND LOOK AT THE INFORMATION

As I mentioned we chuck loads of information at throughout the welcome weeks, freshers fairs and every other opportunity we get, and it is all given to you for a reason, so go back and read it. Head to the Student Union Website, University website and all the information on Facebook.

2. FIND SOMETHING TO GET INVOLVED IN

When your looking through the information, keep in the back of your mind for areas that you feel interest you and may require you to find out some more information. Gather details, whether that's for interesting people, and leaders of sports and societies, event dates and times. All this info is a great way to look at the opportunities that are on offer and whether it is possible to do all the ones you want to.

3. EXPLORE THE WIDER COMMUNITY

Another great idea is to get out of the house, go and explore the environment around. Brighton, Eastbourne and Hastings all have many things to offer from facilities, cultures and experiences. Go and experience them all!

4. TALK TO PEOPLE

If you have moved into a new home or into halls, take some time out of your day and spend some time finding out about your new housemates. Think about where they have come from, what are their interests, and what's their journey to get to uni?

5. CALL HOME!

Finally don't forget where you have come from, call home speak to family members, friends, and also other people you know who have gone to other universities and making sure they are also having a good time.

Hopefully these different ideas have helped to pull you out of the freshers Thursday blues, however if your still feeling down and a little bit lost, remember there area lot of people what can help, the SU, Student Services, Accommodation Department, Personal Tutors, School Offices, and remember that not question is a stupid question, so please ask if you don't know.

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