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Settling into university accommodation

Settling into university accommodation

Posted on 17 March 2023 by Jasmine

I moved to university with a single suitcase and a backpack. Having just spent the summer working away from home, I had very little time to prep for university and […]

My part-time job history in Cardiff

My part-time job history in Cardiff

Posted on 6 March 2023 by Jasmine

When approaching the idea of going to university, I was hesitant to go straight from sixth-form college to university as I didn’t want to miss out on learning essential life […]

Learning for learning’s sake

Learning for learning’s sake

Posted on 24 May 2021 by Ellen

Recently, I entered a period of de-motivation where I was hardly working and mainly lazing around. Don't get me wrong taking time out is great and is important for your […]

Last minute productivity – is it worth it?

Last minute productivity – is it worth it?

Posted on 16 May 2021 by Ellen

I think it's so important to be able to self-evaluate and recognise areas that you need to work on, so today I want to reflect on a topic which many […]

Tidy room, tidy mind

Tidy room, tidy mind

Posted on 4 May 2021 by Ellen

This week, I have faced dreaded deadlines piling up out of nowhere, time seems to have suddenly sped up and I have transitioned back into working from home, whilst engaging […]

Lessons learnt from turning off social media notifications

Lessons learnt from turning off social media notifications

Posted on 27 April 2021 by Ellen

As someone who loves to network and stay engaged with others, it may come as a surprise that I have my notifications switched off for Facebook (+ Messenger), Instagram, Twitter, […]

Studying, stress and self-care

Studying, stress and self-care

Posted on 20 April 2021 by Ellen

Confession & Commitment!As for lot of people these days, life has been so busy lately. Some highs and lows, and in the midst of this, I find that the one […]

5 Things University has Taught Me

5 Things University has Taught Me

Posted on 22 May 2020 by Ellie

It’s official! I have finally handed in my very last assessment and have completed my degree at Cardiff University. What a three years it has been, and I can say […]