Virtual Classes, Mental Health and You: Challenging the Challenges

Now that school is virtual, students need to depend on their phones more than ever. They have to keep checking their phones for updates on lectures. It is like a race. Everything is happening so fast and it seems no one will be able to catch up. Yet, the end is not in sight. Exams are fast approaching and stopping to catch a breath does not seem like a wise decision right now. So, everyone keeps running, doubling their pace even. Although, virtual school is supposed to keep students from getting or spreading COVID-19, mental health challenges seem to be spreading more. Owing to virtual learning, there is so much influx of information and everything keeps getting overwhelming.

If you feel overwhelmed, here are few tips to help to manage your mental health.

Talking to someone and asking for help is one good way to deal with mental health challenges. Most of the time when people go through mental health challenges, they want to be left alone. They; therefore, withdraw from all social interactions into their shell. However, talking to people has proven to be of great help. Talking to a trusted person not only helps lift burdens; it also provides the reassurance you need. When you feel overwhelmed, ask for help. You cannot always handle everything yourself. So, it is very okay to ask for help.

Do something you love. Asides being left alone, losing interest in all activities is one trait that accompanies mental health challenges. Doing something you love can; however, help you get out of your moods. It could be baking, cooking, seeing a movie or something as simple as taking a walk.

Take a break. Slow down, you may be running too fast. Exams are fast approaching and taking a break would not seem the best thing do. That is what you and many others think, because the truth is, taking breaks has recorded tremendous results in improving mental health. A break does not have to be one week or the entire semester away from lectures. It could be long hours of sleep, seeing a movie or doing nothing. While that short break might not take away the problem, it allows you to approach the situation with a better attitude.

A sound mental health is equally as important as a sound physical body. Therefore, it is important that much attention is paid to the mental health. Asking for help, getting side distractions and taking a break have proven useful in improving with mental health.